Data Governance Manager

Data Governance Manager        

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Full time, Permanent
Location – FlexibleSelby/London/Ipswich

Closing date: 14 July

Who we are:

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role:

As the Data Governance Manager you’ll support Drax to take control of it’s data and establish and maintain a framework that ensures our data is managed, protected, and leveraged to its full potential.  You’ll define policies, standards, and processes for managing our data effectively and align it with business objectives. You’ll Improve our data quality, enhance our data accessibility, and increase the value of our data assets.

You’ll support the continuous improvement of Data Governance maturity including responsibility for:

•                 Data governance framework (incl. policies and procedures),

•                 Data quality,

•                 Document & content management,

•                 Metadata management,

•                 Reference and master data management,

•                 Data storage & operations,

Also working closely with other business units and projects/programmes to support:

•                 Data security

•                 Data architecture

•                 Data integration & interoperability

•                 Data warehousing & business intelligence

•                 Data modelling & design

Who we’re looking for:

To be successful in this role you’ll be data literate and have an understanding of data governance best practices. Ideally you’ll have some project/programme management experience and knowledge of DAMA DMBOK.

Rewards and benefits:

As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support

your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get:

·       A discretionary bonus depending on company performance

·       Private Healthcare

·       SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time

·       Personal accident cover

·       Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%

·       Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays

·       Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.

Talk to us about flexible working!

How to apply:

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