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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Head of Data Governance - **Company:** WRK DIGITAL LTD - **Location:** Worcester, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £9,800.0 - £98,078.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Encodings, Cyber Security, Data Governance, Data Migration, DevOps, Digital Assets, Information Lifecycle Management, Meta-Data Management, Scrum Methodology, SAP Business Suiteing, SAP NetWeaver Data Management, Enterprise Data Management, Data Strategy, SAP S/4HANA, Data Management - **Published:** September 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2845700327-head-of-data-governance ## About the Role You'll be an experienced data governance professional who combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You enjoy influencing senior stakeholders, leading teams and driving meaningful organisational change. You'll ideally have: * Degree or equivalent professional qualification. * Business Analysis qualification or equivalent experience. * Significant experience leading enterprise Data Governance and Data Quality programmes within complex organisations. * Strong knowledge of: * Data Governance * Data Quality Management * Metadata Management * Master Data Management (MDM) * Data Lifecycle Management * Experience configuring and administering Aperture Data Governance Studio. * Strong understanding of SAP data structures, including ECC, S/4HANA and cloud-based SAP products. * Experience defining Data Quality rules, standards and governance processes. * Working knowledge of Agile, Scrum and DevOps delivery methodologies. * Experience analysing and resolving complex data issues. * Knowledge of GDPR, the Data Protection Act and broader data ethics principles. * Advanced Microsoft 365 skills. ## Description Are you a strategic data leader with a passion for transforming how organisations manage and leverage data? We're looking for an experienced Head of Data Governance to lead the development and delivery of our enterprise-wide Data Governance strategy, ensuring data is trusted, secure and positioned as a strategic business asset. This is an exciting leadership opportunity to shape data governance across a complex organisation, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive cultural change, improve data quality and support business growth. The Opportunity Reporting to the Director of Data Management, you will be responsible for establishing and embedding a robust Data Governance framework across the organisation. You'll champion best practice, build governance capability, and lead a high-performing team while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. You will play a pivotal role in supporting strategic initiatives, including acquisitions, digital transformation and enterprise data management., * Develop and implement the organisation's Data Governance strategy aligned with corporate objectives. * Establish and maintain enterprise Data Governance frameworks, policies, standards and operating models. * Champion data as a strategic asset and foster a data-driven culture across the business. * Lead the monthly Data Governance Forum, engaging Data Owners, Data Stewards, technical teams and senior business stakeholders. * Define and monitor Data Quality KPIs, governance metrics and reporting. * Drive continuous improvements in data quality, metadata management, master data management and data lifecycle management. * Configure and administer Aperture Data Governance Studio, ensuring critical data assets are profiled, documented and effectively governed. * Lead data governance activities supporting acquisitions and data migration programmes. * Collaborate with Risk, Compliance and Information Security teams to ensure governance aligns with regulatory and assurance frameworks. * Identify, assess and elevate data risks appropriately. * Build, coach and develop a high-performing Data Governance team. * Deliver training and communications that increase awareness and adoption of Data Governance across the organisation. * Lead governance-related projects and organisational change initiatives., We're looking for someone who can: * Inspire and develop high-performing teams. * Influence senior stakeholders across technology and business functions. * Build strong collaborative relationships. * Communicate complex technical concepts in a clear and engaging way. * Balance strategic planning with operational delivery. * Drive continuous improvement and organisational change. ## Related Videos - [A Brief History of Data Storage](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/974-a-brief-history-of-data-storage) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [JSON and Beyond](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/968-json-and-beyond) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)