146 Data Governance jobs in the United Kingdom

We are looking for a Data Governance Analyst , to help shape how we manage, protect, and activate data across the enterprise.

What You'll Do

• Champion our data governance framework-ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance
• Collaborate across IT, business units, and data owners to embed MDM best practices
• Guide teams in applying data governance principles and policies
• Support audits, oversight mechanisms, and regulatory alignment
• Help lead governance council meetings and drive strategic decision-making

What You'll Bring

• Strong grounding in data governance and MDM
• Experience with tools like Azure Purview
• Big data cloud familiarity (e.g., Azure, Synapse, Databricks)
• Excellent stakeholder collaboration and analytical problem-solving skills
• Agile, iterative project delivery expertise

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary
• 26 days of annual leave (rising to 30 over time), plus bank holidays
• Generous AON pension scheme
• Access to wellbeing perks, physiotherapy, cycle-to-work schemes, and more

Ready to take your career upstream? Apply today.

Your new company
You'll be working for a large, well-known organisation who are a powerhouse within their industry.
Your new role
The Data Governance Lead is responsible for establishing and leading the Data Governance programme, ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of data across the organisation. This role will define and implement governance frameworks, policies, and standards, and coordinate all data governance 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 Data Governance programme.
• Develop and maintain governance artefacts such as the Data Governance Charter, policies, standards, and metrics.
• Lead the implementation of data governance 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 data governance maturity and capabilities.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for data governance initiatives.
• Communicate programme status, risks, and issues effectively at the executive level.

What you'll need to succeed

• Extensive experience in Data Governance, 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 implement governance requirements.
• Experience with metadata management, data quality tools, and master data management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with data protection and compliance 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.
What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Our legal & regulatory client in Birmingham are looking for a Data Governance Lead to join their team.

Overview of role:

• You will be supporting the organisation’s approach to increasing their levels of data maturity.

• You must demonstrate your ability to own and steer the enterprise-wide data governance programme to enable decisions to be made on trusted, well governed data.

• The role balances strategy (policies, standards, operating model) working with other business units to meet regulatory obligations and unlock analytics value.

Salary: £58,(Apply online only) + comprehensive benefits package
Location: Birmingham: (1 day a week in the office)

Why you could be interested:

• Inclusive and innovative culture / Continuous improvement environment

• Recognised as one of the very best places to work in 2025

Experience Required:

• Significant experience in leading data governance, data management, or risk roles

• Strong understanding of data governance principles and best practise

• Proven track record rolling out data quality frameworks and governance policies

• Familiarity with modern data platforms (Cloud data warehouse, Data Lake, ETL/ELT, catalogues, lineage, and quality tooling).

• Deep Knowledge of introducing and applying DAMA-DMBOK, ISO, DCAM, or equivalent frameworks

• Strategic thinking & systems orientation

• Data quality analytics

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage data governance initiatives and lead teams.

Nice to have / not essential:

• Relevant degree (or equivalent) in a data relate field

• Experience of working in a regulatory environment

If interested, feel free to reach out. 

Data Governance Manager
London (4 days a week onsite, 1 day WFH)
Up to 60,000 PA

Our client is a forward-thinking construction engineering company committed to digital innovation and operational excellence. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a highly skilled Data Governance Manager to join their IT team in London. This role is vital in ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and security, enabling confident, data-driven decision-making across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage the entire data lifecycle, from ingestion to delivery, ensuring accuracy, quality and compliance
• Define and implement the organisation's data and analytics strategy, aligning with business objectives
• Establish and maintain a robust data governance framework, including clear policies, standards and procedures
• Ensure all data practices comply with GDPR, NIS and other relevant regulations
• Lead data quality initiatives, cleansing, classification and integrity efforts across multiple data sources
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Legal, Compliance, Marketing, Operations and external Data Protection Officer (DPO)
• Evaluate and implement data governance tools and technologies (e.g., Microsoft Purview, Varonis)
• Maintain a comprehensive data dictionary, data lineage and documentation library
• Support data audits and contribute to the development of cybersecurity and data protection policies
• Serve as a liaison between business functions and IT to ensure security and governance are integrated across systems
• Process Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) and supplier risk assessments (PQQs/SAQs)
• Report on governance metrics, risks and remediation activities to senior stakeholders

Experience & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in data governance, data management, or a related field
• Deep understanding of GDPR and data protection regulations
• Strong knowledge of Advanced Excel and Power BI
• Ideally knowledge of Microsoft Purview
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and project management skills
• Experience in data analysis, privacy, cleansing and master data management
• Familiarity with data classification tools (e.g., Varonis or equivalent)
• Familiarity with ServiceNow and data warehouse governance will be highly beneficial
• Any certifications will be highly favoured; CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)CIMP, CDGP, CIPP/E or CGEIT

We are looking for a Data Governance Analyst , to help shape how we manage, protect, and activate data across the enterprise.

What You'll Do

• Champion our data governance framework-ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance
• Collaborate across IT, business units, and data owners to embed MDM best practices
• Guide teams in applying data governance principles and policies
• Support audits, oversight mechanisms, and regulatory alignment
• Help lead governance council meetings and drive strategic decision-making

What You'll Bring

• Strong grounding in data governance and MDM
• Experience with tools like Azure Purview
• Big data cloud familiarity (e.g., Azure, Synapse, Databricks)
• Excellent stakeholder collaboration and analytical problem-solving skills
• Agile, iterative project delivery expertise

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary
• 26 days of annual leave (rising to 30 over time), plus bank holidays
• Generous AON pension scheme
• Access to wellbeing perks, physiotherapy, cycle-to-work schemes, and more

Ready to take your career upstream? Apply today.

Our legal & regulatory client in Birmingham are looking for a Data Governance Lead to join their team.

Overview of role:

• You will be supporting the organisation’s approach to increasing their levels of data maturity.

• You must demonstrate your ability to own and steer the enterprise-wide data governance programme to enable decisions to be made on trusted, well governed data.

• The role balances strategy (policies, standards, operating model) working with other business units to meet regulatory obligations and unlock analytics value.

Salary: £58,(Apply online only) + comprehensive benefits package
Location: Birmingham: (1 day a week in the office)

Why you could be interested:

• Inclusive and innovative culture / Continuous improvement environment

• Recognised as one of the very best places to work in 2025

Experience Required:

• Significant experience in leading data governance, data management, or risk roles

• Strong understanding of data governance principles and best practise

• Proven track record rolling out data quality frameworks and governance policies

• Familiarity with modern data platforms (Cloud data warehouse, Data Lake, ETL/ELT, catalogues, lineage, and quality tooling).

• Deep Knowledge of introducing and applying DAMA-DMBOK, ISO, DCAM, or equivalent frameworks

• Strategic thinking & systems orientation

• Data quality analytics

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage data governance initiatives and lead teams.

Nice to have / not essential:

• Relevant degree (or equivalent) in a data relate field

• Experience of working in a regulatory environment

If interested, feel free to reach out. 

Your new company
You'll be working for a large, well-known organisation who are a powerhouse within their industry.
Your new role
The Data Governance Lead is responsible for establishing and leading the Data Governance programme, ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of data across the organisation. This role will define and implement governance frameworks, policies, and standards, and coordinate all data governance 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 Data Governance programme.
• Develop and maintain governance artefacts such as the Data Governance Charter, policies, standards, and metrics.
• Lead the implementation of data governance 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 data governance maturity and capabilities.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for data governance initiatives.
• Communicate programme status, risks, and issues effectively at the executive level.

What you'll need to succeed

• Extensive experience in Data Governance, 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 implement governance requirements.
• Experience with metadata management, data quality tools, and master data management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with data protection and compliance 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.
What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Data Governance Manager
London (4 days a week onsite, 1 day WFH)
Up to 60,000 PA

Our client is a forward-thinking construction engineering company committed to digital innovation and operational excellence. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a highly skilled Data Governance Manager to join their IT team in London. This role is vital in ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and security, enabling confident, data-driven decision-making across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage the entire data lifecycle, from ingestion to delivery, ensuring accuracy, quality and compliance
• Define and implement the organisation's data and analytics strategy, aligning with business objectives
• Establish and maintain a robust data governance framework, including clear policies, standards and procedures
• Ensure all data practices comply with GDPR, NIS and other relevant regulations
• Lead data quality initiatives, cleansing, classification and integrity efforts across multiple data sources
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Legal, Compliance, Marketing, Operations and external Data Protection Officer (DPO)
• Evaluate and implement data governance tools and technologies (e.g., Microsoft Purview, Varonis)
• Maintain a comprehensive data dictionary, data lineage and documentation library
• Support data audits and contribute to the development of cybersecurity and data protection policies
• Serve as a liaison between business functions and IT to ensure security and governance are integrated across systems
• Process Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) and supplier risk assessments (PQQs/SAQs)
• Report on governance metrics, risks and remediation activities to senior stakeholders

Experience & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in data governance, data management, or a related field
• Deep understanding of GDPR and data protection regulations
• Strong knowledge of Advanced Excel and Power BI
• Ideally knowledge of Microsoft Purview
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and project management skills
• Experience in data analysis, privacy, cleansing and master data management
• Familiarity with data classification tools (e.g., Varonis or equivalent)
• Familiarity with ServiceNow and data warehouse governance will be highly beneficial
• Any certifications will be highly favoured; CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)CIMP, CDGP, CIPP/E or CGEIT

Job Advertisement: Data Governance Lead
Contract: 6 Months
Location: Warwick (1 day per week onsite)
Pay Rate: 550 - 600 per day

Are you a data enthusiast with a passion for governance and compliance? Do you thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy building robust processes? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Join our client, a forward-thinking organisation committed to creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future for Great Britain. As a Data Governance Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping data governance practices that align with regulatory requirements and organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Integrity: Ensure alignment with data governance policies, maintaining high standards of data quality and compliance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders to define data ownership and stewardship across the organisation.
• Assessment: Monitor and assess data management practices, identifying improvement areas and recommending best practices.
• Quality Checks: Conduct data quality assessments and audits to ensure accuracy and reliability for informed decision-making.
• Resource Creation: Develop channels and content on data governance principles to foster a culture of data literacy among team members.
• Metrics Development: Support the creation of data governance metrics and reporting frameworks to track compliance and performance.
• Support Queries: Address internal inquiries regarding data governance, providing clear and actionable insights.

About You:
We're looking for motivated individuals who are passionate about data governance and its role in driving organisational success. The ideal candidate will:

• Have a solid understanding of data governance frameworks and compliance standards.
• Demonstrate experience with data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI) and translate complex concepts into actionable insights.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills, able to convey technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Be proactive in identifying data governance challenges and fostering a culture of accountability.
• Hold a degree in data science, information technology, business administration, or relevant experience demonstrating an aptitude for data governance.

What You'll Get:

• Access to a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and professional success, including flexible work arrangements for work-life balance.
• Opportunities for ongoing skill development aligned with our Purpose and Values, and to be part of a supportive community that values your individuality.

If you're ready to make a significant impact on our client's data governance journey and help shape a sustainable future, we want to hear from you!

Apply now and be part of something great!

Join us in this exciting venture to enhance data governance practices and drive success across the organisation. Your expertise will be instrumental in fostering a culture of data integrity and accountability. Let's shape the future together!

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