Data Governance Lead

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Data Governance Lead
Kent Office - hybrid working 2/3 days PW in the office
Salary negotiable dep on experience £52,000
J12957

Please note: They can only accept and process applications from UK nationals and EU citizens with settled or pre-settled status. They cannot accept or process applications from anyone requiring a Visa or anyone holding a Graduate Visa. Applications which do not meet this requirement will be deleted without processing.

Are you a data governance specialist looking to make an impact at a purpose-driven organisation? Would you like to play a pivotal role in delivering data transformation for a global organisation?

Currently looking for a talented and experienced Data Governance Lead to join the Technology, Data and Enterprise Renewal division at this not-for-profit organisation.

In a company where every one of their staff contributes to their impact, as their Data Governance Lead you too will play an integral part in what they do and their success.

Duties
• Develop a unified data governance framework for the UK and other overseas teams
• Collaborate with the company's chosen integration partner, technology, data and business teams to deliver fit for purpose' data to the end user in a compliant way
• Create, implement, and monitor data governance policies and procedures, including data sharing between the company's entities and developing data standards based on industry best practice
• Embed the use of Microsoft Purview to support the delivery of good data governance processes
• Lead data quality improvement initiatives that deliver fit for purpose data for the end user
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of data governance efforts.
• Develop training programs and materials to embed best data governance practice across the organisation

Skills
• Passionate about driving data transformation
• An excellent communicator with strong influencing and leadership skills
• Has a clear vision of the data end state' and how to get there
• Works collaboratively to deliver results
• Strategic thinker who understands the role of data governance in the wider transformation programme

If this sounds like the role for you then please apply today!

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