Data Office Domain Lead

UCB S.A.
Reading, UK
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Information Engineering Data Governance Data Sharing Microsoft Office Software Engineering Data Strategy Data Management

Job description

deliver transversal initiatives, and communicate progress to leadership forums. You will also contribute actively to the wider Digital Culture and Data community across UCB.What you’ll doDrive implementation of UCB’s global data strategy within assigned domains, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and prioritiesEnsure consistent application of data lifecycle policies, including ownership, governance, quality, security, and privacy of domain data assetsPartner with IT to deliver fit-for-purpose data platforms, infrastructure, and tooling aligned with best practicesEnable data sharing, reuse, and discoverability through effective structuring, cataloging, and search capabilitiesAct as a delivery-oriented business partner, developing data products and capabilities addressing analytics, technology, and process needsContribute to Data Office planning, execution, and communication, supporting leadership decision-making and community engagementInterested? For this role we’re looking for

Requirements

the following education, experience and skillsMaster’s degree in data, engineering, or related discipline.5+ years’ experience in data engineering, software development, or digital project deliveryExperience in the pharmaceutical industry and its unique data challenges would be a strong assetProven track record of implementing data strategies in large organizationsStrong knowledge of data governance, privacy, and quality standardsEffective communicator able to mediate between business and technical teamsComfortable navigating a global, matrixed organizational structureCurious, collaborative, and driven to simplify and automate where possibleSkilled at identifying and solving complex cross-functional data challengesAre you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you! About us UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of

About the company

Make your mark for patientsWe are looking for a Data Office Domain Lead who is collaborative, delivery-driven, and strategic to join us in our Data Office team, based in Slough office in the United Kingdom.About the roleAs a Data Office Domain Lead, you will be accountable for driving the adoption of UCB’s global data strategy, governance, and best practices within one or more functional domains. You will ensure data enablement, governance, reuse, and lifecycle management are embedded across projects and digital solutions. Working closely with business stakeholders, IT, and the broader Data Office, you will translate the enterprise data strategy into tangible, domain-level outcomes that support innovation, analytics, and operational excellence.Who you’ll work withYou will partner closely with domain stakeholders, functional leaders, project managers, and IT representatives to implement data strategy and solutions. You will collaborate with other Data Office leaders to set priorities, the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science. Why work with us? At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential. At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will

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