Senior Data Governance Manager

DWP Digital; Staining; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Civil service pension

Flexible working hours

Work-life balance

Job summary

DWP Digital in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Data Governance Manager to lead the rollout of data ownership and quality frameworks. You will collaborate with senior leaders and drive governance practices across large government programs, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment.

The role emphasizes mentoring colleagues, influencing policy, and shaping data strategy across hubs in multiple locations. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Designing and implementing data governance frameworks and sub-frameworks (data quality, policies, practices).
• Advising on governance approaches, setting direction, and building cross-team networks.
• Communicating complex concepts clearly to non-technical audiences and embedding governance.
• Analytical problem solving to identify issues and report data-related risks.
• Linking governance work to organisational priorities and goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead rollout of data ownership and quality frameworks.
• Advise senior leaders on governance practices across DWP.
• Contribute to strategic programmes including government data initiatives.
• Mentor colleagues and share governance expertise.
• Champion governance for smarter, safer data use within DWP.
• Implement the DWP Data Strategy and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Data governance

Stakeholder mgmt

Strategic thinking

Communication

Risk assessment

Policy compliance

Job description

Salary: £65,000 - 65,000 per year

Requirements

• Extensive experience in designing and implementing data governance frameworks and sub-frameworks, including Data Quality Frameworks, policies, and practices to ensure compliance and consistency.
• Proven ability to advise on governance approaches and standards, set strategic direction, and build strong networks while collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders across teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language for non-technical audiences and embed governance practices effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of assessing complex information, identifying key issues, and supporting the reporting and mitigation of data-related risks.
• Demonstrates ability to work within a strategic context, linking activities to organisational priorities, policies, and goals while maintaining strong interpersonal relationships.
• In-depth knowledge of industry-leading data management and governance practices, combined with experience managing multiple competing priorities with flexibility and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Lead key initiatives like rolling out data ownership and quality frameworks, ensuring compliance and best practice across the organization.
• Collaborate with senior leaders across DWP and provide expert advice regarding governance practices.
• Contribute to strategic programmes, including government-wide data initiatives.
• Mentor colleagues, share expertise, and foster professional development within the data governance community.
• Champion governance that enables smarter, safer use of data within DWP.
• Implement the DWP Data Strategy and iterate governance processes to ensure compliance with policy and legislation.

Technologies

• Support

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We are looking for a Senior Data Governance Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital. We offer competitive pay of up to £68,205, plus excellent benefits including a generous civil service pension with employer contributions, flexible working hours, and a great work-life balance. You will join us in one of our digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, or Sheffield. Our award-winning environment promotes diversity and inclusion and offers professional development, coaching, and mentoring opportunities.

last updated 36 week of 2026