Data Governance Lead

The purpose of this role is to mature SGN's data ownership capability across data by embedding foundational data ownership. Data owners should understand what data they own and adopt their responsibilities for managing that data (in collaboration with IT) so it is fit for purpose in delivering business outcomes.

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Lead on the rollout of SGN's data governance framework through establishing data ownership and decision rights over SGN's critical datasets.

Provide secretariat support for SGN's domain data governance forums. Arranging attendance and tracking minutes and actions.

Provide regular updates on progress against the data ownership maturity roadmap and KPIs to the sponsors in Information Management and other relevant stakeholders.

Build relationships and engage business teams and relevant IT and specialist SMEs, who own and control data, across priority data domains (e.g. HR, Finance, Operations).

Collaborate with data architects on the creation and maintenance of data management documentation such as conceptual data models and data flow diagrams.

Coach and support data owners on their data ownership responsibilities

o Identify critical data and create data glossaries

o Raise data risks issues so they can be managed and mitigated

o Incorporate good data quality management through business process improvements or data enhancement (cleanse/fix etc)

Liaise with project teams, and other business areas to share knowledge on the activities undertaken within the data governance team with relevant stakeholders across SGN.

Manage SGN's enterprise data catalogue and business data glossary.

Promote a strong data culture:

o Lead the adoption of a data-driven culture by promoting awareness, education and advocacy of data governance principles, tools and best practice across all levels and business areas in SGN.

Extensive experience in data governance and data management, including running data governance forums

Excellent communicator - ability to influence at all levels in the organisation and can convey complex concepts by adopting appropriate style to suit the audience across different business and technical backgrounds

Strong collaborator - experience of cross- functional working and building strong relationships across diverse stakeholder groups through sharing resources, skills, knowledge and ideas

Extensive knowledge of data governance frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK

Experience in using data management tools to capture business metadata such as data catalogues, glossary terms and lineage

Understanding of data modelling, data engineering and data architecture principles

Knowledge or experience of areas of compliance, such as Ofgem data regulation and risk management

Familiarity with best practice for data quality management, data security, and data privacy regulations.

Research shows some people - particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If this role interests you but you're not sure you tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you. You might be just who we're looking for - now or in the future. Why SGN? SGN leads pioneering research and development for a energy system. Our innovative technologies are transforming the gas industry while keeping people safe and warm. We are an award-winning employer, including CCA Gold Awards for Great Places to Work and Inclusivity and Accessibility , and a proud Gold member of the Armed Forces Covenant. If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.