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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Governance Executive - **Company:** Softcat plc. - **Location:** Marlow, UK (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Governance, Meta-Data Management, Collibra - **Published:** September 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/data-governance-executive/47821696 ## About the Role practice.Supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance data quality and governance processes.We'd love you to haveA strong understanding of data governance principles, including data quality, metadata, lineage and ownership.Experience working with data in an operational, analytical or data-focused role.Excellent attention to detail and a passion for improving data accuracy and quality.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain data concepts clearly.Confidence collaborating across business and technical teams to drive positive outcomes.Experience with data governance, data quality or metadata management tools, such as Microsoft Purview (desirable).Familiarity with data models, data flow diagrams and governance frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK (desirable).An interest in promoting data literacy and embedding best practice across an organisation.A proactive mindset with a desire to continuously improve processes and ways of working.We also acknowledge that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome are a real thing and can get in the way of us meeting fantastic talent, so please don't hesitate to apply - we would love to hear from you!Work in a way that works for you We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Hybrid working - 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now.If you have a ## Description be themselves, develop their careers and make a real impact.In this role, you'll work closely with the Data Governance Manager, Data Owners and technical teams to help ensure our data is accurate, trusted and well-governed. From supporting data quality initiatives to maintaining business glossaries and governance processes, you'll play an important part in embedding a data-driven culture at Softcat.As a Data Governance Executive, you'll be responsible for:Supporting the implementation and ongoing operation of Softcat's Data Governance framework.Maintaining governance documentation, including data definitions, standards and quality rules.Supporting the rollout and adoption of data governance tools and platforms.Monitoring data quality and assisting with issue investigation, root cause analysis and remediation activities.Managing and maintaining metadata, business glossaries and data dictionaries.Collaborating with business and technical stakeholders to promote governance best ## Related Videos - [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai) - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Unlocking Value from Data: The Key to Smarter Business Decisions-](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1367-unlocking-value-from-data-the-key-to-smarter-business-decisions) - [AI beyond the code: Master your organisational AI implementation.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1248-ai-beyond-the-code-master-your-organisational-ai-implementation) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) ## Related Articles - [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) - [Best Companies to Work For in The UK: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/186-best-companies-to-work-for-in-the-uk-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)