145 Data Governance Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

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

Do you want to shape how data is governed, protected, and ethically used to improve public services?

As a Data Governance Manager in DWP's Chief Data Office, you'll help deliver our Data Strategy by shaping how data is governed, protected, and ethically used.

You'll support frameworks, policies, and stewardship models, working with teams across DWP to improve data quality and explore the role of
If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.
Please click on the apply button to read the full job description

Do you want to shape how data is governed, protected, and ethically used to improve public services?

As a Data Governance Manager in DWP's Chief Data Office, you'll help deliver our Data Strategy by shaping how data is governed, protected, and ethically used.

You'll support frameworks, policies, and stewardship models, working with teams across DWP to improve data quality and explore the role of
If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.
Please click on the apply button to read the full job description

Data Governance Manager

Location: UK Remote (occasional travel to office)

Duration: 9 months

Day Rate: £400 - £50 Outside IR35

Are you a Data Governance Manager that has designed and built data principles from scratch?

We are working with a renowned global organization on a high profile programme and we need a Data Governance Manager to come in and support.

The Data Governance Manager will go in and build data principles from scratch, enforce the rules, and transform poor data governance into a success story. If you have the expertise to analyse, understand, and implement data governance strategies, this is a great opportunity for you.

Key Skills for the Data Governance Manager:

• Proven experience in Global Enterprise Organisations building data principles from scratch and transforming data governance.
• Strong analytical skills enabling to asses, understand and transform data structures.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively.
• Proven experience gathering requirements, understanding business needs, and project plan accordingly.
• Passion for data integrity, compliance and business success.

Data Governance Manager

Location: UK Remote (occasional travel to office)

Duration: 9 months

Day Rate: 00 - 50 Outside IR35

If you’re ready to take on this challenge and believe you have the expertise to succeed, apply with your updated CV today. For more information, reach out to Alexandra Martuccio at Understanding Solutions via LinkedIn

DATA GOVERNANCE MANAGER

UP TO £55,000 + BENEFITS

HYBRID - West Midlands

If you're a hands-on Data Governance professional looking to build out a function from the ground up in a collaborative, regulated environment - this could be your next big step.

THE COMPANY:

I'm working with a growing financial services business that's investing heavily in its data function. With a lean structure, a clear mandate, and strong backing, they're rebuilding their Data Governance capability - and looking for someone to lead from the front.

You'll join a business where everyone pitches in, leadership is accessible, and your voice will genuinely shape the way data is managed and protected.

THE ROLE:

As Data Governance Manager, you'll be the key figure in adapting, embedding, and owning governance frameworks across the business. You'll support privacy workflows, drive best practices, and work closely with teams across customer, operations, and data science to get things done.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and evolve data governance processes and frameworks
• Support privacy management and internal assessment reviews
• Perform gap analysis and implement actionable improvements
• Build relationships with cross-functional stakeholders and project teams

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

A successful Data Governance Manager will bring:

• Experience within financial services or a heavily regulated industry
• Strong understanding of governance, data privacy, and risk frameworks
• Confident communicator with the ability to build stakeholder trust
• Previous line management or mentoring experience

Bonus points for:

• SQL or technical literacy to support data discussions
• Experience with enterprise data governance/privacy tools
• Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualisation exposure

THE BENEFITS:

You'll receive a salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience, plus a competitive benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please register your interest by sending your CV to Molly Bird via the apply link on this page.

Do you want to shape how data is governed, protected, and ethically used to improve public services?

As a Data Governance Manager in DWP's Chief Data Office, you'll help deliver our Data Strategy by shaping how data is governed, protected, and ethically used.

You'll support frameworks, policies, and stewardship models, working with teams across DWP to improve data quality and explore the role of .

Do you want to shape how data is governed, protected, and ethically used to improve public services?

As a Data Governance Manager in DWP's Chief Data Office, you'll help deliver our Data Strategy by shaping how data is governed, protected, and ethically used.

You'll support frameworks, policies, and stewardship models, working with teams across DWP to improve data quality and explore the role of .

Do you want to shape how data is governed, protected, and ethically used to improve public services?

As a Data Governance Manager in DWP's Chief Data Office, you'll help deliver our Data Strategy by shaping how data is governed, protected, and ethically used.

You'll support frameworks, policies, and stewardship models, working with teams across DWP to improve data quality and explore the role of .

Do you want to shape how data is governed, protected, and ethically used to improve public services?

As a Data Governance Manager in DWP's Chief Data Office, you'll help deliver our Data Strategy by shaping how data is governed, protected, and ethically used.

You'll support frameworks, policies, and stewardship models, working with teams across DWP to improve data quality and explore the role of .