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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Governance Lead - **Company:** Government Digital Service - **Location:** Greater London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Governance, Privacy Controls - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2847390026-data-governance-lead ## About the Role * have data protection & privacy qualifications - holding a relevant privacy qualification such as IAPP (CIPP/E, CIPM) or BCS (ISEB), or have relevant experience * demonstrable experience of leading data protection teams to enable the organisation to achieve its strategic objectives, underpinned by a positive, proactive leadership approach with a commitment to collaboration and governance * experience at delivering at pace, meeting challenging and changing operational and legal deadlines * strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships in a flexible and fast-changing environment * a good understanding of new and emerging technologies and the opportunities they provide to improve the delivery of public services in the UK, including AI * experience of risk management and the ability to balance risks against operational, technical and commercial requirements ## Description Data protection compliance: * design and implement privacy and data protection controls for the products and processes GDS creates, including the delivery of Data Protection Impact Assessments to ensure the GDS Product Group complies with data protection law by delivering flexible and pragmatic governance practices that enable delivery at pace Privacy by design and risk management: * lead and deliver high quality Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Privacy Notices and Records of Processing Activities for new projects at pace Training and awareness: * oversee training to ensure GDS staff understand data protection obligations and best practices, fostering a culture of data privacy at all levels Excellent communication and relationship management: * work closely with GDS colleagues to build trust. Deliver high quality written and verbal briefings to all levels, including delivery managers and senior management. Explain technical detail to non technical staff * work closely with external stakeholders such as the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and privacy groups to ensure compliance and address queries Support the deputy head and head of data governance: * provide proactive support to the heads to manage and lead on compliance, identify risks, the development of data governance strategies and deliver strategic objectives Workload management and prioritisation: * prioritise your time effectively to manage a high volume, fast paced and frequently evolving workload. Manage workloads to ensure that priorities align with strategic and team objectives and that deadlines are met Cutting edge technologies: * provide expert advice and direction on complex and novel forms of processing, especially on AI. 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