Data Governance Lead

Data Governance Lead - Permanent - Full Time - £56,000 per annum - Hybrid, 2 office days per week

We are looking for a Data Governance Lead to join us here at Wandle to help us build strong foundations for our Data Governance.

The Data Governance Lead is a new role, responsible for designing, implementing and supporting the data governance framework at Wandle. The primary focus is to ensure data quality, integrity and compliance to enable data-driven decision making.

Key Responsibilties:

• Lead and embed the data governance framework.
  -Design, implement and maintain data governance policies, standards and documentation.
  - Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements (e.g. UK GDPR) and organisatonal priorities.
  - Drive adoptions of governance practices across the organisation.
• Improve and assure data quality and control.
  - Define and enforce data quality standards and metrics (accuracy, completeness, timeliness)
  - Establish monitoring, reporting, and resolution processes for data issues
  - Maintain core artefacts such as data dictionary, classifications and documentation
• Facilitate stakeholder ownership and data culture.
  - Coordinate data owners/stewards and business teams to embed accountability
  - Deliver training and guidance to improve data literacy and good practice
  - Monitor, audit and report on governance effectiveness to support decision-making

You:

• Proven experience of implementing or operating data governance.
• Strong knowledge of data protection and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working cross-functionally and influencing stakeholders.
• Ability to improve data quality through structured approaches.
• Strong communications skills with non-technical audiences.
• Relevant qualification or equivalent in data/information management.

For more information on the role, please find attached the role profile.

We offer a strong benefits package at Wandle, please find more information on the leaflet attached.

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Closing date: Monday 25th May 2026 at 11:55pm
Shortlisting: Tuesday 26th May 2026
eams interviews: 3rd & 4th June 2026
In-Person interviews: W/C 8th June June 2026

Please note that we are unable to sponsor Visa's and the successful applicant must have a valid Right to Work in the United Kingdom and be able to verify this.