Data Governance Manager

THE COMPANY:

We are working with an expanding banking Group based in Kent, who provide simple and straightforward day-to-day banking solutions to their specialist customers. They are looking for a Data Governance Manager on a permanent basis.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop a Unified Data Governance Framework for the UK, US and Canada: Collaborate with chosen integration partner, data engineering, analytics and compliance teams to establish and maintain data governance practices that are aligned with organisational goals.
• Policy Development: Create, implement, and monitor data governance policies and procedures, including data sharing between business entities and data residency to ensure compliance with local data regulation.
• Adoption of Microsoft Purview: Work with the Technology team to embed Microsoft Purview into data delivery processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with business, Technology, Risk and Compliance teams to promote data governance initiatives and ensure alignment and adoption of data management practices across the UK, US and Canada.
• Data Quality Management: Lead data quality improvement initiatives that deliver data integrity and accessibility, with measurable outcomes.
• Performance Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of data governance efforts.
• Training and Awareness: Develop training programs and materials to educate staff on data governance policies and best practices.
• Risk Management: Identify data-related risks and implement mitigation strategies to safeguard sensitive and critical data assets.
• Reporting: Provide regular reports to senior management on data governance activities, challenges, and progress.
• Identify opportunities and make recommendations to improve the quality and trustworthiness of data throughout the organisation

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Extensive experience in data governance and regulatory compliance in a global financially regulated industry.
• Background in risk management or compliance
• Certificates in data/information governance, master data management.
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure Purview and in developing and implementing data governance frameworks.
• High level knowledge of data regulation and privacy laws in the UK with some knowledge of the privacy laws in the US and Canada (e.g. UK GDPR).
• Knowledge of data modelling and database management systems
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities