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# Data Governance Lead

- **Company:** Arup
- **Location:** Manchester, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £50,000.0 - £70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Data Strategy
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5899592217

## About the Role

* Proven leadership in implementing data governance at enterprise scale
 * Strong understanding and pragmatic use of data governance and information architecture frameworks
 * Ability to lead change, influence stakeholders, and embed governance into business outcomes
 * Technical understanding of data governance technologies and complex data environments
 * Excellent communication and collaboration across technical and business teams

## Description

* Shape how data is governed, trusted, and used across our global organisation
 * Work closely with the Chief Data Officer and senior leaders to set direction and turn strategy into pragmatic, enterprise-scale action
 * Lead change, challenge norms, and embed governance into business outcomes
 * Deliver governance that works in practice, creates trust, and delivers value quickly
 * Support how our data strategy enables AI, better decisions, and long-term value


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