Lead Data Governance Manager – Hybrid, Flexible Hours

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

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