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Data Governance Lead

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Milton Keynes
2 weeks ago
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Your newpany

You'll be working for a large, well-known organisation who are a powerhouse within their industry.

Your new role

The Dataernance Lead is responsible for establishing and leading the Dataernance programme, ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of data across the organisation. This role will define and implementernance frameworks, policies, and standards, and coordinate all dataernance initiatives in alignment with business and technical strategies. The role acts as a bridge between IT and business, promoting data as a strategic asset.

Define the vision, objectives, and scope of the Dataernance programme. Develop and maintainernance artefacts such as the Dataernance Charter, policies, standards, and metrics. Lead the implementation of dataernance processes including metadata management, data quality, master data, and data classification. Own and maintain the enterprise Data Catalogue. Liaise with external stakeholders to ensure alignment with data handling requirements. Drive continuous improvement in dataernance maturity and capabilities. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for dataernance initiatives.


What you'll need to succeed

Extensive experience in Dataernance, including frameworks, tools, and best practices. Strong understanding of Data & Analytics disciplines and their strategic importance. Proven ability to work with both business and technical teams to define and implementernance requirements. Experience with metadata management, data quality tools, and master data management. Strong leadership,munication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Familiarity with data protection andpliance standards.

What you'll get in return

A permanent role paying up to £53,000pa with additional benefits. The role is based in Milton Keynes with hybrid working on offer.

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