Data Governance Lead

Isle of Man
Permanent
Our client seeks a Data Governance Lead to join their team.  
 
You will be responsible for developing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and processes to support strategic objectives and regulatory compliance requirements.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Support in the development and articulation of the data governance vision, strategy and roadmap.
  • Define data governance objectives, priorities, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Establish governance structures, roles, and responsibilities to support effective data stewardship and accountability.
  • Support in the development, implementation and maintenance of data governance policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Define data classification schemes, data ownership models, and data lifecycle management practices.
  • Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices.
  • Establish and enforce data quality standards, processes, metrics, and monitoring mechanisms.
  • Collaborate with data owners and data champions to identify data quality issues and root causes.
  • Implement data quality improvement initiatives and corrective actions as needed.
  • Develop and enforce data security and privacy policies, controls, and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and industry standards.
  • Prepare and present data governance reports, dashboards, and metrics to senior leadership.
  • Foster a culture of data stewardship, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Governance Oversight and Reporting
  • Establish mechanisms for governance oversight, including regular reviews and audits.
  • Provide training and guidance to employees\\business units on data governance principles, policies, and procedures.
 
Key Skills & Experience
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in information management, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Extensive experience in data governance, data management, or related roles.
  • Strong understanding of data governance principles, frameworks, and best practices. Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to data privacy and security.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to influence and drive change in a complex organisational environment.
  • Certification in data governance or related areas is a bonus.
Your specialist: Debbie Amankwa
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Hi, I'm Debbie and I look forward to receiving your submission for this fantastic opportunity with this business.