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# Head of Data and AI Governance

- **Company:** Allianz
- **Location:** Guildford, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Retention, Document Management Systems, Metadata, Meta-Data Management, SARS Software Products, Data Strategy, Collibra
- **Published:** June 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ce9f74c623e65c49

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Metadata?, * Deep expertise in Data Governance frameworks, methodologies and best practice

 * Strong knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and information rights legislation
 * Experience with AI governance and responsible AI frameworks
 * Proven leadership capability with experience developing high-performing teams
 * Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior levels
 * Experience working in complex, regulated environments such as financial services or insurance
 * Experience engaging with global or matrix organisations
 * Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language

Desirable Skills

 * Experience implementing data governance tools such as Collibra, Informatica, or Alation
 * Experience across both commercial and personal lines insurance
 * Degree-level qualification (2:1 or above)
 * Experience contributing to enterprise data strategy and maturity models
 * Strong understanding of data architecture and supporting technologies
 * Responsible Artificial Intelligence usage

## Description

* You own and continuously evolve the Data AI Governance framework, ensuring it is pragmatic, compliant and business-enabling
 * Lead the rollout of AI governance aligned to Group standards and UK regulatory expectations
 * Chair Data AI governance forums, driving senior stakeholder accountability and decision-making
 * Implement data policies, standards and procedures across the organisation
 * Drive data quality improvement, partnering with data owners and stewards to identify and resolve issues
 * Own data catalogue and metadata management, ensuring data is discoverable, trusted and well-documented
 * Collaborate across business and technology teams to deliver strong customer and business outcomes
 * Engage with Risk and Audit teams, ensuring governance standards are upheld
 * Act as the key liaison with Allianz Group on data and AI maturity metrics and reporting
 * Ensure governance frameworks are supported by appropriate tools and technologies
 * Lead and develop the Information Rights function, managing complex data protection queries and investigations
 * Oversee SARs, data breaches and FOI requests, ensuring compliance with regulatory timelines
 * Own data retention and destruction processes and document management policies
 * Lead, coach and develop high-performing teams across Data Governance and Information Rights
 * Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor on data matters
 * Communicate complex data topics clearly to Executive Committee and Board-level audiences
 * Promote a culture of data responsibility, quality and compliance across the organisation


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