Data Governance Specialist

Please note this position is based in London and this will be the contractual location of the successful candidate, other locations cannot be considered.

Data Governance Specialist - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

This is a great job for someonewho has experience in communicating and presenting with the ability to articulate complex ideas and concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

A bit about the job:

We’re looking for a dedicated professional to join us on a 12-month project-based assignment supporting the development and implementation of a revised Data Governance Framework. This role is critical in aligning our data practices with industry best standards, Aviva Business Standards, regulatory requirements, and Aviva Investors’ strategic priorities.

You’ll be responsible for establishing and embedding data quality standards and processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency across systems—while implementing the Aviva Group Data Quality Framework. Working closely with the Data Governance Officer, you’ll help define governance roles, foster a culture of data stewardship, and conduct assessments to identify improvement areas and mitigate data-related risks.

You’ll also support the rollout of tools for data lineage, metadata management, and quality monitoring, and provide guidance and training to business units to strengthen understanding and compliance with data governance principles.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

Experience in the asset management industry.

Expertise in data governance and regulatory compliance.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Good understanding of the asset management industry, products, processes, customer needs, and regulatory requirements.

What you’ll get for this role:

Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in

Eligibility for annual performance bonus

Family friendly parental and carer’s leave

Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays with the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days

Up to 40% discount for Aviva products

Brilliant flexible benefits including electric cars

Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme

21 volunteering hours per year

Aviva is for everyone:

We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working –spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.