Data Governance Manager

• Working with a leading medical research charity
• Competitive day rate

About Our Client

The client is a leading medical research charity dedicated to turning promising scientific discoveries into patient treatments. They specialise in translational science, bridging the gap between lab-based innovation and real-world therapies. Through funding, collaboration, and technology transfer, they accelerate the development of new drugs, diagnostics, and medical technologies, ultimately aiming to improve lives through scientific advancement.

Job Description

Data Governance & Compliance

• Develop and implement data governance frameworks and policies.
• Ensure compliance with regulations (e.g., GDPR, ISO27001).
• Advise leadership on data governance matters.

Data Strategy Development

• Lead the design and execution of the data strategy.
• Identify opportunities for data-driven decision-making.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Educate and promote data governance across the organisation.

Data Quality & Risk Management

• Establish data quality metrics and processes.
• Mitigate risks related to data privacy, security, and compliance.

Technology & Tools

• Recommend and implement data governance tools.
• Oversee the adoption of MDM and data cataloguing solutions.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Data Governance Manager will ...

• Play a pivotal role in driving the development, implementation, and management of data governance frameworks, policies, procedures, and strategies across the organisation.
• Collaborate closely with a broad stakeholder group to:
• Cement compliance with data regulations and internal policies.
• Improve data quality and reliability.
• Enable data-driven decision-making.
• Support the attainment of the client's corporate goals.
• Serve as the go-to person for embedding the foundations of the client's data strategy.
• Influence and drive cultural change by promoting a data-centric mindset across the organisation.

What's on Offer

This role offers the chance to influence the organisation's data strategy, work with advanced tools, and contribute to shaping data policies and compliance. It provides a unique opportunity for professional growth and impactful contribution to the organisation's success.