Strategic Data Governance Lead

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical services company seeks a Strategic Data Governance Lead to spearhead a transformative 'Data First' initiative. This remote role demands a seasoned data expert who can navigate various functions, influence with impact, and bring to life the data governance roadmap while adapting to a hands-on, strategic approach.

Benefits

Remote working

Flexible hours

Opportunities for travel

Qualifications

• 8+ years in data governance or strategy.
• Familiarity with frameworks like DAMA DMBOK, GDPR, DCAM.
• Experience in change management, certifications like PROSCI/CDMP are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute a data governance roadmap.
• Lead change across commercial, finance, and operations functions.
• Influence without managing a team.

Skills

Data Governance

Change Management

Data Strategy

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 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.