The Data Governance Operating Model Business Lead will establish a data governance operating model that will understand the current state of data governance, clarify requirements and objectives, prove value through validation and build buy in.
The role has three key objectives:
To oversee the project, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives, managing risk and ensuring delivery.
To act as an intelligent customer for the consultancy work, validating approaches and ensuring quality of delivery.
Embed capability developed into the organisation. Define and agree an appropriate skills transfer and knowledge handover related to data governance frameworks, processes, and tools to ensure continuity and compliance post-contract.
To advocate and promote the project, building consensus and developing internal skills.
Essential Experience
1. Data Governance & Strategy Expertise
Strong understanding of data governance principles, frameworks, and best practices (e.g. DAMA, DCAM, CDMC).
Experience leading data governance initiatives within a public sector or geospatial organisation.
Knowledge of data management, data quality, metadata, and regulatory compliance. 2. Strategic Leadership & Business Change
Ability to align data governance with UKHO’s strategic objectives and articulate the business case for investment.
Working with Business Change (and capabilities) to man...