Data Governance Lead

Our client, a technology organisation based in Worcester, is seeking a Data Governance Lead to support its transition from legacy platforms to cloud-based services. This newly created role will help strengthen data governance as the business develops its Software as a Service (SaaS) model, hosts customer data and delivers data products for both customers and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting data migration activity from legacy systems to cloud-based platforms
• Helping establish and maintain effective data governance frameworks, standards and processes
• Providing governance oversight for data products being developed for customer and internal use
• Upholding data contracts across business value streams and ensuring agreed data standards are maintained
• Using knowledge of Unity Catalog to support data discovery, access control, ownership and governance
• Working closely with data specialists, technology teams and business stakeholders to promote trusted and well-managed data
• Contributing to the migration towards a SaaS model and the secure hosting of customer data
• Presenting data governance updates and insights to senior stakeholders, including board-level audiences

Job Requirements:

• Experience in data governance, data management or a closely related technology discipline
• Strong understanding of data migration, particularly migration from legacy systems to cloud environments
• Knowledge of Unity Catalog and its role in data governance, security and data discovery
• Understanding of data contracts, data ownership, data quality and data lifecycle management
• Ability to work effectively with technical specialists without needing to be an architect or deeply technical engineer
• Experience supporting data products, cloud platforms or SaaS transformation programmes
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including confidence engaging with senior leaders
• Analytical, organised and collaborative, with a practical approach to improving data governance

What the Role Offers:

• The opportunity to shape a newly created data governance function
• Involvement in a significant legacy-to-cloud data migration programme
• Exposure to SaaS transformation and the development of customer-facing data products
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced data, technology and product specialists
• Visibility with senior and board-level stakeholders

This is an excellent opportunity for a Data Governance Lead to play a central role in improving data management, supporting cloud migration and helping deliver trusted data products within a growing technology environment. Apply now to take the next step in this permanent opportunity based in Worcester.