Lead Data Governance Manager

DWP Digital; United States; Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Time off volunteering

I Can Be Me in DWP

Discounts and savings

Bike/season ticket loans

Sports and social activities

Professional development

Job summary

DWP Digital is seeking a Lead Data Governance Manager to drive the evolution of data governance across the department, influencing senior leaders and delivering governance products that enable ethical, secure and effective data usage for citizens and policy. You will operate within the Chief Data Office and shape how data governance supports public services at scale.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee governance services, and promote a strong data culture to maximise value while

Qualifications

• Experience establishing and leading data governance frameworks within large organisations.
• Ability to balance data as a strategic asset with legal, ethical, security and privacy considerations.
• Proven ability to identify and manage strategic risks and complex issues.
• Experience delivering strategic change by translating objectives into governance products or operating practices.
• Experience leading teams and delivery during organisational change.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and build cross‑functional partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the evolution of data governance across DWP, influencing senior leaders and driving adoption of governance practices.
• Deliver products and services that enable data to be used ethically, securely and effectively.
• Work at the heart of the Data Strategy to build trust and confidence in the data that underpins services.
• Shape governance and data use for one of the UK's largest organisations.

Skills

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Strategic risk management

Change management

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Working with senior leaders across DWP and wider government, you'll influence decision-making, champion a strong data culture and drive the adoption of effective governance practices. You'll lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee the continuous improvement of governance services and help ensure data delivers maximum value for the department and the citizens we serve.

• Experience of establishing, implementing and leading data governance frameworks, policies, standards and controls within a large and complex organisation, driving adoption and embedding effective governance practices that deliver organisational outcomes.
• A strong understanding of balancing the value of data as a strategic asset with legal, ethical, security and privacy considerations, providing advice and guidance that enables data to be used responsibly and effectively.
• A proven ability to identify and manage strategic risks and complex issues, balancing competing priorities and stakeholder needs to deliver practical, sustainable solutions.
• A proven record of developing and delivering strategic change, translating organisational objectives into effective products, services, governance frameworks or operating practices that deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Demonstrable success in leading people and delivery in a changing organisational landscape, maintaining focus and momentum through periods of uncertainty.
• Strong ability to influence senior stakeholders and build effective partnerships across organisational boundaries, using clear and persuasive communication to establish common purpose, secure commitment and overcome barriers to delivery. At DWP Digital, we're transforming into a truly data-driven organisation. Data is at the heart of everything we do, informing policy, improving services and helping deliver better outcomes for millions of citizens.

As a Lead Data Governance Manager, you'll lead the evolution of data governance across DWP, influencing senior leaders, driving the adoption of governance practices and delivering products and services that enable data to be used ethically, securely and effectively. You'll work at the heart of our Data Strategy, helping to build trust and confidence in the data that underpins critical services used by people across the UK. The scale of our challenge is extraordinary. The opportunity to shape the future of data governance at this scale is unique. If you're passionate about leadership, innovation and unlocking the value of data to improve lives, we'd love you to join us.

You will be a senior leader within DWP's Chief Data Office (CDO), helping to shape how one of the UK's largest and most complex organisations governs and uses data.

Pay of £75,026, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance.

Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £75,026. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays.

We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes:

• Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies
• Time off volunteering and charitable giving
• Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP'
• Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more
• Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference
• Sports and social activities
• Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities.