Senior Data Manager

La Fosse Associates; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Telco organisation is looking for a Senior Data Manager to lead a team in Data Governance and Management. The role involves implementing policies, overseeing data activities, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Data Governance, experience with data catalogue tools, and a proven record in managing high-performing teams. Located in London or Reading, this opportunity offers a salary of £85,000 plus a 15% bonus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Data Governance and Data Management with a hands-on approach.
• Strong track record of managing teams and developing analysts.
• Experience in implementing data standards and governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Data Analysts and Governance specialists.
• Implement and maintain Data Governance policies and frameworks.
• Oversee day-to-day data management activities and ensure compliance.
• Partner with stakeholders to embed data governance best practices.

Skills

Data Governance

Data Management

Team Leadership

Data Standards Implementation

Tools

Data catalogue/metadata tools

MDM platforms

Job description

Senior Data Manager

London or Reading (4 days per week in office)
Salary: £85,000 + 15% bonus

The Opportunity

La Fosse is excited to be partnering with a leading enterprise Telco organisation to recruit a Senior Data Manager to join their growing Data Management function. Reporting into the Director of Data Management, this role will be responsible for managing the Data Governance team and Data Analysts, ensuring that data standards, policies, and governance practices are embedded across the organisation.

This is a hands-on role with significant responsibility, perfect for an experienced data professional who wants to combine team leadership with practical Data Governance and Data Management work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Data Analysts and Governance specialists, ensuring high-quality output and team development
• Implement and maintain Data Governance policies, standards, and frameworks
• Oversee day-to-day data management activities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Work closely with the Director of Data Management to deliver on enterprise-wide data initiatives
• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to embed data governance and quality best practices

About You

• Proven experience in Data Governance and Data Management, with a hands-on approach
• Proven hands-on experience in Data Governance and Data Management, including working with data catalogue/metadata tools and MDM platforms
• Strong track record of managing teams, coaching and developing analysts or data professionals
• Experience in implementing data standards, policies, and governance frameworks
• Experience in large, complex organisations (Telco, Financial Services, Utilities, or similar preferred)

Why Apply?

La Fosse are proud to be partnered with this leading Telco organisation. If you are a hands-on data professional looking to lead a high-performing team while working on critical Data Governance and Management initiatives in a large enterprise environment, we would strongly encourage you to apply.