As a Data Governance Manager at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, you will support the delivery of data asset management policy requirements and data governance improvements. You will help teams catalogue, monitor, and identify critical data assets so information can be found, trusted, and used effectively across the department. Working closely with product managers, data owners, and delivery teams, you will embed data governance into routine processes and promote better data literacy. This role helps ensure that data is treated as a high-value asset to support the organisation's operations and services.

What they're looking for

• Experience supporting data governance or information management
• Understanding of data ownership, stewardship, and quality
• Ability to collaborate with teams to identify critical data assets
• Skill in translating policy requirements into practical guidance
• Ability to communicate clearly and build working relationships

Nationality requirements

Open to UK, Irish, Commonwealth, EU/EEA, Swiss, and Turkish nationals with the right to work.

Selection process

Sifting is envisaged to take place the week commencing 12th October 2026. Interviews will take place shortly after via videocall.

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