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# DATA GOVERNANCE MANAGER

- **Company:** Merlin Entertainments
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Governance, Collibra, Data Management
- **Published:** May 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d9025f1ef055363f

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Root cause analysis?, * Proven experience in data governance, data management or a related field.

 * Strong understanding of data protection regulations such as GDPR.
 * Familiarity with data governance tools and technologies.
 * Experience in stakeholder engagement within a complex organisation.

## Description

The Data Governance Manager will embed effective data, AI and information governance across the organisation, ensuring policies and standards are applied in a practical, consistent way. The role focuses on execution, risk management, data quality and compliance, helping the business use data responsibly and effectively
Responsibilities:

 * Implement and operate data governance policies, standards, and controls across data and analytics activities.
 * Support data owners and stewards in meeting accountability for data quality, integrity, and appropriate use.
 * Coordinate data quality monitoring, issue remediation, and root cause analysis with delivery teams.
 * Apply AI governance controls to supported use cases, including inventories, risk assessments, and documentation.
 * Support compliance with global data protection and privacy requirements, including DPIAs and audits.
 * Administer Microsoft Purview for data cataloguing, classification, lineage, and visibility of risk.
 * Provide practical guidance and training to teams on data and AI governance expectations.
 * Identify and escalate data or AI risks beyond tolerance to the Data Governance Lead.


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