Strategic Data Governance & Regulatory Reporting Lead

School of Computer Science and Engineering, Bangor University; Bangor; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bangor University is seeking a Senior Corporate Data Officer to lead statutory data returns, driving data quality and governance across the institution. You will act as the expert on statutory reporting, influencing senior stakeholders and shaping institutional practice.

The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, requiring strong analytical ability, excellent communication, and autonomy to manage complex regulatory requirements within the UK higher education sector.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in statutory reporting or regulatory data management.
• Knowledge of statutory reporting frameworks (e.g. HESA/Medr).
• Proven ability to lead complex data returns and compliance activities.
• Strong understanding of data governance, data quality and audit requirements.
• Experience of HE statutory returns.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of statutory returns to HESA, Medr and other bodies.
• Act as institutional subject matter expert on statutory data requirements.
• Drive improvements in data quality, governance, and processes across the University.
• Provide advisory guidance to senior stakeholders on regulatory data requirements and implications.
• Monitor external regulatory developments and adapt processes accordingly.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Advanced analytics

Data governance

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Autonomy

Education

Professional certification in data/analytics/governance

Job description

Bangor University is seeking a Senior Corporate Data Officer to lead statutory data returns, driving data quality and governance across the institution. You will act as the expert on statutory reporting, influencing senior stakeholders and shaping institutional practice.

The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, requiring strong analytical ability, excellent communication, and autonomy to manage complex regulatory requirements within the UK higher education sector.