Senior Data Governance Manager

DWP Digital; North East; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A government digital agency in England is seeking a Senior Data Governance Manager to lead initiatives that shape data usage for improved outcomes. This role requires extensive experience in data governance frameworks and the ability to mentor colleagues. You'll ensure compliance and best practices, championing smarter use of data across the organization. With a competitive pay package up to £68,205 and flexible working hours, this position offers a significant opportunity for impact in public service.

Benefits

28.97% employer pension contributions

Flexible working hours

Great work-life balance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in designing and implementing Data Governance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of compliance and data quality standards.
• Proven ability to mentor and influence cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives on data ownership and quality frameworks.
• Ensure compliance and best practices across the organization.
• Champion governance for smarter, safer use of data.

Skills

Data Governance Frameworks & Standards

Compliance Knowledge

Mentoring

Data Quality Management

Strategic Influence

Job description

Job Description

Senior Data Governance Manager

Pay up to £68,205, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance.

We're looking for a Senior Data Governance Manager to help shape how DWP uses data to improve lives. You'll lead key initiatives like rolling out data ownership and quality frameworks, ensuring compliance and best practice across the organisation. Working with senior leaders and mentoring colleagues, you'll champion governance that enables smarter, safer use of data. If you're passionate about driving standards and influencing strategy, this is your chance to make a big impact.

DWP. Digital with Purpose.

We are looking for a Senior Data Governance Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital.

We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives.

DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work, and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people.

The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us.

What skills, knowledge and experience will you need?

• Data Governance Frameworks & Standards - Extensive experience in designing and impl...