Data Governance Lead

Overview

Our leading Financial Services Sector Client is continuing a high growth trajectory, coupled with an ambitious transformation programme are now seeking an experienced Data Governance Lead to join their local team.

As Data Governance Lead you will spearhead Group data governance initiatives and ensure the integrity, quality, and security of the company's data assets, while also responsible for developing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and processes to support strategic objectives and regulatory compliance requirements.

Specific responsibilities will include:

• Support in the development and articulation of the data governance vision, strategy and roadmap
  
  
• Define data governance objectives, priorities, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
  
  
• Establish governance structures, roles, and responsibilities to support effective data stewardship and accountability
  
  
• Support in the development, implementation and maintenance of data governance policies, standards, and procedures
  
  
• Define data classification schemes, data ownership models, and data lifecycle management practices
  
  
• Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices
  
  
• Establish and enforce data quality standards, processes, metrics, and monitoring mechanisms
  
  
• Collaborate with data owners and data champions to identify data quality issues and root causes
  
  
• Implement data quality improvement initiatives and corrective actions as needed
  
  
• Conduct data governance assessments and audits to identify areas for improvement and mitigate risks related to data management
  
  
• Develop and enforce data security and privacy policies, controls, and procedures
  
  
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and industry standards
  
  
• Monitor access controls, data encryption, and other security measures to mitigate risks
  
  
• Implement data management processes to capture and maintain data lineage, definitions, and dependencies
  
  
• Establish data dictionaries, glossaries, and cataloguing tools to facilitate data discovery and documentation
  
  
• Promote data standards and best practices across the organisation
  
  
• Provide training and guidance to employees\business units on data governance principles, policies, and procedures
  
  
• Raise awareness of data management best practices and their importance to business operations
  
  
• Foster a culture of data stewardship, collaboration, and continuous improvement
  
  
• Establish mechanisms for governance oversight, including regular reviews and audits
  
  
• Monitor compliance with data governance policies and assess effectiveness of controls
  
  
• Prepare and present data governance reports, dashboards, and metrics to senior leadership
  
  The ideal candidate for the role of Data Governance Lead will have:
  
  
• Bachelor's or master's degree in information management, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field
  
  
• Extensive experience in data governance, data management, or related roles
  
  
• Strong understanding of data governance principles, frameworks, and best practices
  
  
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to data privacy and security
  
  
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  
  
• Ability to influence and drive change in a complex organisational environment
  
  
• Certification in data governance or related areas is a bonus