Strategic Data Governance Lead

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technical services business is seeking a hands-on Strategic Data Governance Lead to drive a transformation towards a 'Data First' culture. This unique role, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, involves shaping a governance roadmap and embedding ownership across various functions, with the flexibility of remote work and occasional travel.

Benefits

Remote working and flexible hours

Impact on digital transformation

Qualifications

• 8+ years in data governance or strategy.
• Expertise in frameworks like DAMA DMBOK, GDPR, DCAM.
• PROSCI/CDMP certifications are welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute a practical enterprise data governance roadmap.
• Embed data ownership and stewardship across functions.
• Lead change across levels while influencing senior leaders.

Skills

Data Governance

Change Management

Data Strategy

Influencing Skills

Tools

DAMA DMBOK

GDPR

DCAM

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Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

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15.07.2025

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 managing a team, 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 welcome)
• 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.