> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/843210-head-of-data-quality-governance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/843210-head-of-data-quality-governance). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Head of Data Quality & Governance - **Company:** Paradigm Housing - **Location:** Wooburn Green, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £79,493.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Governance, Information Management, Metadata, Enterprise Data Management, Data Lineage, Data Management - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/head-of-data-governance/paradigm-housing-job107520616 ## About the Role You're a persuasive and pragmatic leader who brings clarity to complexity. You understand that data quality and governance are as much about culture and behaviour as they are about frameworks and controls. You're curious, calm under pressure and able to influence senior stakeholders with confidence. You balance assurance with practicality; helping the organisation move forward without unnecessary bureaucracy. You're passionate about improving data quality at source and enabling colleagues to make better decisions through better information. Must haves: * Experience leading data quality, data governance or information management functions * Experience improving data quality in complex organisations * Ability to influence and challenge constructively * Clear communication of data risk, assurance and recommendations Strong understanding of: * Enterprise data quality management * Social housing regulatory reporting (TSMs, SDR, STAIRS) * Metadata, data lineage and data quality tooling * Data governance principles and frameworks * GDPR and regulatory data requirements Nice to haves: * Experience supporting organisational integration or transformation * Experience working with regulators, auditors or inspection bodies * Knowledge of data standards and frameworks across housing services * Skills in workshop facilitation, organisational enablement and root-cause analysis * Experience in housing, public sector or regulated environments ## Description We're looking for a confident and collaborative Head of Data Quality & Governance to lead the development and embedding of our enterprise-wide data governance and data quality frameworks. This is a fundamental role at the heart of our transformation journey, ensuring our data is accurate, trusted, secure and used responsibly across the organisation. You'll work closely with senior leaders, system owners, data stewards and operational teams to build a culture of ownership, accountability and good data practice. You'll bring clarity to complex issues, translate data risks into proportionate guidance, and help colleagues make confident, insight-driven decisions. This role is perfect for someone who understands that data quality and governance are not just about policies, they're about people, behaviours and enabling the organisation to move forward with confidence., * Lead data quality monitoring and remediation, ensuring organisational data is accurate, consistent and trusted * Improve data quality at source through strong business partnership * Provide assurance on KPIs, reporting and regulatory submissions, including SDR * Maintain data standards and ownership models across the organisation * Promote data literacy and good data practice across teams * Lead and develop a specialist governance function * Embed enterprise-wide data governance frameworks that support clarity, ownership and accountability * Ensure GDPR and data protection compliance ## Related Videos - [A Data Mesh needs Open Metadata](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/505-a-data-mesh-needs-open-metadata) - [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai) - [Beyond Gut Feelings: The Rise of Data-Driven HR](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1326-beyond-gut-feelings-the-rise-of-data-driven-hr) - [Enjoying SQL data pipelines with dbt](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/823-enjoying-sql-data-pipelines-with-dbt) - [Data: The Deciding Factor in AI Success](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100310-data-the-deciding-factor-in-ai-success) - [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) ## Related Articles - [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) - [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) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)