Strategic Data Governance Lead

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Strategic Data Governance Lead to drive transformation in the maritime and energy sector. This hands-on role focuses on implementing a data-first culture, requiring significant experience in data governance and the ability to influence change across business functions. Remote work and flexibility are provided.

Benefits

Remote working

Flexible hours

Impact on digital transformation

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute a practical enterprise data governance roadmap.
• Embed data ownership and stewardship across functions.
• Lead change across all levels without managing a team.

Skills

Data governance

Change management

Influencing

Strategic thinking

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 is ideal for someone who can switch between strategy and action, who loves influencing across functions, and who thrives in hands-on delivery.