Data Governance and Operating Model Lead

Musgrave Group; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Musgrave Group is hiring a Data Governance and Operating Model Lead to establish and scale enterprise data governance across the organisation. You will define the governance framework, ownership, and operating model, partnering with business, analytics, and technology teams to embed governance in key programmes and processes.

Based in Dublin or Cork, you will drive adoption of data ownership and stewardship, align governance with transformation initiatives, and report on governance maturity and

Qualifications

• Experience leading enterprise data capabilities or initiatives.
• Ability to define and implement governance frameworks in complex environments.
• Understanding of data ownership, stewardship, and federated governance models.
• Experience embedding data governance into programmes or transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve Musgrave’s data governance framework and operating model, aligned to enterprise strategy.
• Embed data ownership, stewardship, and accountability across domains.
• Lead the rollout of a federated data governance model across the organisation.
• Embed governance into transformation programmes and delivery processes.
• Establish and coordinate data governance forums for cross-functional alignment and decision-making.
• Partner with business, analytics, and technology teams to integrate governance into workflows.
• Coordinate data ownership and governance with data integration design and movement.
• Support adoption of data governance practices including standards and policies.
• Define, track, and report metrics to measure governance maturity and value.
• Promote data fluency and accountability across the business.

Skills

Data governance

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional leadership

Federated governance

Tools

Azure DevOps

Microsoft Fabric

Purview

Databricks

Job description

Join Musgrave: Where Innovation Meets Heritage, and People Drive Change

Musgrave is one of Europe’s most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation. We`re proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 19 iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace. By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve. We`re committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we`re looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.

As we continue our journey toward becoming Ireland’s most trusted and sustainable business, we have an exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to join our team asData Governance and Operating Model Lead.

As Data Governance & Operating Model Lead, you willplay a key role in establishing and scaling Musgrave’s enterprise data governance capability.

You will define and embed thedatagovernance framework, operating model, anddataownership structures required to ensure that data is consistently managed, trusted, and effectively used across the organisation.

Working closely with business, analytics, and technology teams, you will drive the adoption of data ownership and stewardship across domains,integrating governance into key transformation programmesand business processes.

This role reports into the Head of Data Governance, in the IT division and the role can be based in Dublin or Cork.

What you'll be doing

Define and evolve Musgrave’s data governance framework and operating model, aligned to enterprise strategy

Establish and embed data ownership, stewardship, and accountability across business domains

Lead the design and rollout of a federated data governance model across the organisation

Embed governance into keybusiness and technologytransformation programmes and delivery processes

Establish and coordinate data governance forums toleadcross-functional alignment and decision-making

Partner with business, analytics,and technology teams to ensure governance is integrated into everyday workflows and operations

Partner with thedata integration teamto align data ownership and governance principles with integration design and data movement

Enable and supportadoption of data governance practices, including data standards, policies, and ways of working

Define,track, and reportmetrics to measure governance maturity, adoption, and business value

Support the development of data fluency and promote a culture of data ownership and accountability

What we're looking for

Experience leading or contributing to the development of enterprise-level data capabilities or initiatives

Proven ability to define and implement governance frameworks in complex, cross-functional environments

Understanding of data ownership, stewardship, and federated governance models

Experience embeddingdatagovernance into programmes, delivery processes, or transformation initiatives

Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence across business, analytics,and technology teams

Communication and leadership skills, with the ability to drive adoption and behavioural change

Understanding of modern data platforms(e.g. Azure DevOps, Microsoft Fabric & Purview, Databricks)and the role of governance in enabling analytics and AI

Experience in retail, FMCG, or complex operational environments is desirable

Why this role matters

This role is central to delivering Musgrave’s data strategy-ensuring that data is not just available, but owned, trusted, and consistently governed across the business.

By establishing a strong governance operating model, you will enable the organisation to fully realise the value of its investments in data, analytics, and AI.

Career Development:

With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning.

Collaborative Environment

Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact

Innovation Focus:

Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions

Community Focus:

Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact.

Be Part of a Legacy:

Join a company with a long-standing commitment to community and innovation.

Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know.

Musgrave operate a Work Smart hybrid working model where you can alternate your time between connecting and collaborating in the business and working remotely.