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# Data Governance Manager

- **Company:** First Military Recruitment
- **Location:** Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Data Governance, Data Management
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/data-governance-manager/57540825

## About the Role

* 2 years Corporate Governance experience.
 * Project management skills and mindset.
 * Stakeholder engagement at a senior level across the business.
 * Experience supporting governance functions with a good understanding of governance frameworks, principles and best practices.
 * Strong experience administering meetings, including preparing agendas & papers, drafting accurate minutes and coordinating timely follow-up.
 * Ability to produce high-quality work under pressure, managing competing demands and tight deadlines with attention to detail and clarity.
 * Sound judgement in handling sensitive or high-profile matters, offering practical well-reasoned advice that balances strategic and operational considerations.
 * Confidence working with senior stakeholders, building credibility and influencing decisions through effective communication and collaboration.
 * A professional, empathetic and inclusive approach with the emotional intelligence to navigate complex or emotive issues with empathy and integrity.
 * BPSS clearance., * Communication Skills
 * Data Governance
 * Data Management
 * Data Quality
 * Financial Knowledge
 * Problem Solving
 * Risk Analysis
 * Self-Motivation
 * Stakeholder Management
 * Teamwork

## Description

* Supporting high-level governance arrangements, including for the Board, Executive Committee and their sub-boards and committees.
 * You'll help design and implement best practice governance processes.
 * Acting as a key liaison point between the Delivery Team and senior leaders.
 * Running the secretariat for a top-level body, ensuring meetings are well-prepared, efficiently delivered and clearly documented to support effective and transparent decision-making.
 * Advising teams, Directors and the CEO on governance matters and supporting the development of clear, strategic decisions.
 * Leading specific workstreams and contributing to team-planning, remaining adaptable and focused amid shifting priorities.
 * Fostering a positive, inclusive team culture, role-modelling supporting behaviours and working collaboratively to achieve shared goals.