Data Quality Manager

British Gas
Stockport
6 days ago
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Join us, be part of more.

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We’re energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues is energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently – we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.


About your team

At British Gas, our mission is to sell it and mend it. We’ve been powering the UK’s homes and businesses for over 200 years – but supplying energy is just part of what we do. We’re making the UK greener and more energy efficient, getting closer to Net Zero. By using clever tech like thermostats, heat pumps, solar panels and EV chargers, we’re making it cheaper and easier for our customers to reduce their carbon‑footprint.


🌍 Data Quality Manager
📍 Flexible / Hybrid working
🕒 Full-Time – Permanent
The Team

We’re excited to announce that we are continuing our investment in Data & Analytics by creating a new Data Strategy and Governance Team. This team will be pivotal in managing our data as a strategic asset across the organisation, supporting our growth ambitions, and driving innovation in Data & AI products. Our bold ambition is to set industry standards for excellence in data governance and quality, and to play a crucial role in achieving Centrica's strategic goals for 2030.


We work in a hybrid, Flexible First way, typically you will work from home and visit a Centrica office as and when required for team catch ups and meetings. Whether you need to adjust your hours to fit your lifestyle or have specific needs that require a tailored schedule, we’re here to accommodate. Let’s work together to find a solution that works for you and benefits the team.


Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to shape and influence the direction of travel from the outset as well as to set the standards for Data Quality Management excellence across Centrica Business overall. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, and we’re creating an environment where innovation thrives, best practices are shared, and personal growth is supported. If you're passionate about making a real impact, working with cutting‑edge tech, and being part of a high‑performing, purpose‑driven team this could be the role for you.


The Job

We are looking for a visionary Data Quality Manager to spearhead the development of data quality initiatives at Centrica Business. In this exciting role, you will ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data across the business, driving data quality processes and improvements.


As the Data Quality Manager, you will manage a talented team of Data Quality Analysts, delivering the capabilities needed to support our data‑driven goals. You will collaborate with distributed Data Owners and Data Stewards, guiding them in managing data quality initiatives and ensuring best practices are followed.


Your mission will be to prioritise and create critical data quality improvements and targets, accelerating the development of cutting‑edge Data and AI products.


Key aspects of this role are:

  • Data Quality Strategy & Risk Management: Develop and implement robust data quality strategies and frameworks to ensure high data standards, complying with Centrica Data Policies and GDPR regulations. Identify and mitigate data quality‑related risks, supporting BGB’s risk management framework and avoiding GDPR‑related fines (up to 4% of BGB’s annual turnover).
  • Leadership & Team Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Data Quality Analysts, providing guidance and support to ensure effective data quality practices.
  • Data Quality Monitoring & Cleansing: Oversee the monitoring and reporting of data quality metrics to ensure data accuracy and consistency. Implement effective data cleansing and validation processes to address data quality issues.
  • Quality Assurance & Technology Adoption: Develop and enforce data quality assurance processes and standards across the organization. Utilise available technology to support the monitoring and implementation of data quality practices.
  • Issue Resolution & Collaboration: Investigate and resolve complex data quality issues and discrepancies. Collaborate with Data Owners, Data Engineers, Data Analysts, and Data Scientists to embed data quality practices and address data quality issues.
  • Documentation & Transparency: Maintain comprehensive documentation of data quality processes, standards, and findings. Promote transparency of data quality issues to all stakeholders.

What we’re looking for:

You’ll be a confident leader with excellent stakeholder engagement skills, driven by a passion for collaboration, innovation, and delivering success.



  • Proven experience in data quality, governance, or data management.
  • Deep understanding of data quality management principles and best practices, ensuring high standards and compliance.
  • Hands‑on expertise in SQL, data profiling, cleansing tools, and visualisation (e.g., Power BI).
  • Strong understanding of data governance, data management, and data quality practices, ensuring data integrity and reliability.
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance and data stewardship, ensuring adherence to relevant laws and regulations.
  • Expertise in data quality management, data profiling, data mapping, and data cleansing, ensuring accurate and consistent data across the organisation.

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too.


Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.


https://www.morethanacareer.energy/britishgas


If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non‑negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.


Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.


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