Senior Manager Data Governance

Ofgem; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service Pension

Hybrid working

30 days annual leave

Job summary

Ofgem, the UK energy regulator, is seeking a Senior Manager Data Governance to lead the development of governance, standards and frameworks for smarter regulation and improved decision-making. The role is part of a new data transformation team with a focus on embedding practical governance from the ground up.

You will influence data management, translate regulatory needs into governance solutions, and drive cultural change through coaching and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong background in creating and maintaining data governance policies, controls, processes and standards.
• Experience improving quality and usability of complex datasets and embedding new frameworks.
• Ability to translate business or regulatory needs into governance deliverables and practical solutions.
• Experience working across policy, analytical, digital and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of governance, standards and frameworks for smarter regulation.
• Influence data management practices across the organisation to improve decision-making.
• Coach teams and promote high-quality data and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Data governance

Policy translation

Stakeholder collaboration

Regulatory data handling

Job description

As Ofgem transforms the way it uses data, we're looking for a Senior Manager Data Governance to lead the development of the governance, standards and frameworks needed to support smarter regulation and better decision-making.

Ofgem is Great Britain's independent energy regulator. We're at the forefront of change across the sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting consumers, especially vulnerable people.

This is a permanent opportunity to join a new team that's playing a crucial role in our data transformation programme. You'll have the chance to build and embed a practical approach to data governance from the ground up, helping ensure data is trusted, well managed and used effectively across the organisation.

Working alongside colleagues from across the organisation, you'll be able to influence how data is managed, and create the standards that will support how data is used now and into the future.

What’s more, you’ll be enabled to drive cultural change by coaching others and promoting high-quality data and continuous improvement initiatives. Through this, you'll help create a progressive working environment where we can make better regulatory decisions and, ultimately, deliver better outcomes for the energy sector.

We're looking for someone with a strong background in developing data governance policies, controls, processes and standards, alongside experience of improving the quality, consistency and usability of complex operational or regulatory datasets. You'll also have a track record of translating business, policy or regulatory needs into practical governance solutions and the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.

In return, you'll discover the opportunity to make a genuine, lasting impact and follow the fruits of your labour down a clear, rewarding career path. You’ll find an amazing benefits package, plenty of flexible working opportunities and the chance to develop professionally. You'll have your ideas heard, be given support and freedom, and will be enabled to grow in a superb role, for now and the future.

We have a critical purpose to ensure the energy industry is supported by trusted, high-quality data. Join us and help build the governance that will enable better decisions for consumers, industry and the future of Great Britain's energy system.

Person specification

Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your supporting statement, how you meet each of the essential criteria. In the event of receiving a large number of applications, an initial sift may take place on just the lead criteria indicated in the essential criteria.

• Strong background in creating and maintaining data management/governance policies, controls, processes, and standards. (LEAD)
• Experience improving the quality, consistency and usability of complex operational or regulatory datasets, including embedding new frameworks and ways of working into business-as-usual.
• Experience translating business, policy or regulatory needs into prioritised data or governance deliverables that support operational delivery and decision-making.
• Ability to work across policy, analytical, digital and technical teams to turn data governance requirements into practical solutions that support decision-making.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Changing and Improving
• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace

Alongside your salary of £49,452, OFGEM contributes £14,326 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).

Ofgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes; 30 days annual leave after 2 years; Excellent training and development opportunities; The opportunity to join the generous Civil Service pension which also includes a valuable range of benefits; hybrid working (currently 1 day a week in the office but this is kept under review), flexible working hours and family friendly policies. Plus lots of other benefits including clean and bright offices based centrally, engaged networks and teams and an opportunity to contribute to our ambitious and important targets of establishing a Net Zero energy system by 2050. This exciting blend of professional challenge and personal reward identifies career opportunities at Ofgem as something to get excited about.