Strategic Data Governance Lead

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical services company is seeking a Strategic Data Governance Lead to spearhead data transformation initiatives. This remote position requires a hands-on leader with significant experience in data governance and strategy who can influence key stakeholders without direct team management. Join to make a tangible impact in a global organization's shift to a data-centric culture.

Benefits

Remote working and flexible hours

Real impact on digital transformation initiatives

Qualifications

• 8+ years in data governance or strategy.
• Experience with data governance frameworks.
• Proven change management expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation in data governance.
• Execute a practical enterprise data governance roadmap.
• Influence senior-level stakeholders and embed data ownership.

Skills

Data Governance

Strategy

Change Management

Stakeholder Influence

Education

PROSCI/CDMP Certification

Tools

DAMA DMBOK

GDPR

DCAM

Job description

Strategic Data Governance Lead

Remote (UK or Global) | Occasional travel

A unique opportunity for a hands-on data leader to drive transformation in a global technical services business. We’re partnering with a client in the maritime and energy sector who are shifting to a "Data First" culture, and they need you to lead the charge.

You’ll shape and execute a practical enterprise data governance roadmap, embed data ownership and stewardship across commercial, finance, and operations functions, and lead change across all levels without a team to manage, but with senior-level influence.

You'll bring:

• 8+ years in data governance or strategy
• Experience with frameworks like DAMA DMBOK, GDPR, DCAM
• Change management expertise (PROSCI/CDMP certifications are a plus)
• The drive to do and deliver, not just strategize
• Remote working and flexible hours
• Real impact on a digital transformation journey

This role suits someone who can switch between strategy and action, who loves influencing across functions, and who thrives in hands-on delivery.