Data Management Lead

ESB; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

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Credit Union

Staff well‑being programmes

Generous parental leave entitlements

Diversity & inclusion culture

Sports and social clubs

Job summary

ESB is seeking a Data Management Lead to embed data governance and data management practices across the organisation. You will drive the Data Management Strategy and Framework, oversee data quality and lifecycle management, and enable data as a strategic enterprise asset across business units.

You will work with data owners, stewards, tech teams and compliance to promote responsible data use, establish data products, and support analytics and AI initiatives at scale within ESB.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in data management roles or equivalent
• Experience in implementing data governance and data management frameworks
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Knowledge of data ownership, stewardship and responsible data use
• Experience with AI governance and responsible AI practices

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and continual evolution of ESB's enterprise data management framework and governance.
• Define accountability for data across the organisation and promote data domain ownership.
• Oversee data quality, metadata, lineage and lifecycle management with enterprise standards.
• Collaborate with leaders to identify key data domains and data products for trusted data.
• Direct resource management for data initiatives ensuring delivery of outcomes.
• Monitor data management maturity and compliance with regulations, driving improvements.

Job description

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The Data Management Lead plays a central role in embedding data management standards, practices and governance across ESB. The role develops the Data Management Strategy and Framework in ESB and drives data cataloguing, data quality, ownership, the principle of data as a product across its business units.

The Data Management Lead is a senior role within ESB’s Data & AI Enablement Team, responsible for leading the implementation and adoption of enterprise data management practices across ESB. The role supports the development of a consistent approach to data governance, data ownership, stewardship, metadata management, data quality and data lifecycle management, enabling data to be managed as a strategic enterprise asset.

Working closely with business data owners, data stewards, technology teams, compliance functions and delivery teams, the Data Management Lead will act as a trusted advisor and change agent, helping business units improve their data management maturity and embed best practice across the organisation.

The role will be a key contributor to the Data & AI Enablement Team’s mission of establishing the foundations required for trusted data, advanced analytics and AI at scale across ESB.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and continual evolution of ESB’s enterprise data management framework, operating model, standards and governance practices to support strategic business, analytics and AI objectives.
• Establish and embed accountability for data across the organisation by driving the adoption of data domain ownership, stewardship and decision-making responsibilities within business areas.
• Define and oversee the roadmap for data quality, metadata, classification, lineage and lifecycle management, ensuring consistent adoption of enterprise standards and controls.
• Partner with business leaders to identify, prioritise and improve critical data domains and data products, enabling trusted data for operational, regulatory and strategic decision‑making.
• Provide leadership, direction and resource management for data management initiatives and capabilities, ensuring the effective allocation of people, skills, tools and third‑party support to deliver agreed outcomes.
• Monitor and report on data management maturity, data quality performance and compliance with legal, regulatory and policy requirements, driving remediation and continuous improvement where required.
• Collaborate with Data & AI, Technology and business teams to embed data management requirements into delivery processes, while promoting a culture of ownership, accountability and responsible data use across ESB.

Experience and Qualifications

• At least 7 years’ relevant work experience, supported by a third-level qualification in Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in Data Architecture, Data Engineering, Data Science or Data Analytics, including implementing data governance and data management frameworks.
• Practical experience using data management platforms, such as Microsoft Purview, Informatica or Collibra, to catalogue and classify data, perform data quality assessments and drive data quality improvements.
• Ability to identify data domains and products relevant to business outcomes.
• Understanding of data ownership and stewardship responsibilities, with experience implementing these practices and managing compliance with relevant data and AI legislation.
• Experience developing data management policies, standards and operating models.
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing, communication and facilitation skills.
• Certification in DAMA-DMBOK or equivalent frameworks.
• Experience in managing data for AI including Agentic AI.
• Hands‑on experience working with Microsoft Fabric Platform.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Lake and Power BI.
• Experience in utilities, energy or regulated industries.
• Understanding of AI governance and responsible AI practices.
• Experience leading organisational change initiatives.

Location

This position will be based in ESB Head Office,27 Fitzwilliam Street Lower, Dublin 2.

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in‑person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in‑person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.

Reporting To

Data and AI Enablement Manager

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition tonet zero carbon future
• Career developmentthrough mentoring andtraining
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Access to staff well‑being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Strong values‑based and inclusive culture
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

€71,900 - €84,600 per annum, depending on experience.

Closing Date

18th November 2026

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland prior to commencement of employment.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net‑zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero‑carbon electricity.