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# Digital & Data Strategy & Governance Lead

- **Company:** Bupa
- **Location:** Horsforth, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £70,100.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Data Governance, Data Strategy, Togaf, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e852440c8029a7ef

## About the Role

* Experience in data governance, digital product strategy or product management in a regulated or healthcare environment.
 * Strong understanding of digital and data governance principles, frameworks and strategic alignment.
 * Experience supporting product vision and strategy across complex organisations.
 * Knowledge of digital technologies, platforms, analytics and regulatory requirements.
 * Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
 * Confident analytical skills and the ability to work independently.

Desirable

 * Experience in product management, Agile or hybrid delivery, or relevant certifications such as CDMP, DGSP or TOGAF.
 * An understanding of Care Services or the social care sector.

## Description

Strategic Support & Alignment

 * Shape, support and deliver the digital and data strategy for Care Services.
 * Work closely with Product Managers to make sure individual product strategies align with wider Care Services and Market Unit aims.
 * Bring teams together to promote consistency, reduce duplication and maximise value across the product portfolio.

Governance & Quality

 * Lead the development and implementation of governance frameworks, policies and standards for digital and data products.
 * Embed accountability, stewardship and consistent quality across digital and data practices.
 * Support teams in meeting regulatory and compliance requirements, including GDPR and sector-specific standards.
 * Provide clear reporting on digital and data governance-related risks.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

 * Build strong relationships with governance teams, Product Managers and leaders across Bupa UK.
 * Represent Care Services in working groups and forums focused on digital and data strategy.

Innovation & Horizon Scanning

 * Monitor emerging technologies and trends to identify opportunities that strengthen our digital and data capability.
 * Champion digital and data differentiators that create value and improve outcomes.
 * Encourage digital enablement and data literacy across Care Services.

Performance, Reporting & Expertise

 * Define, track and report on KPIs for strategy delivery, governance and transformation.
 * Offer subject matter expertise on digital and data governance and regulatory considerations.
 * Stay informed on best practices and trends in digital and data product development


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