Senior Data Governance Manager

Ofgem

The energy regulator for Great Britain, https://www.ofgem.gov.uk/about-us/working-ofgem


Requirements of the role

Data is the foundation of the energy sector’s transformation, and at Ofgem, we are leading the charge in ensuring high-quality, well-governed data drives our decision-making. As we increasingly adopt artificial intelligence to enhance regulatory insight and operational efficiency, robust data governance is essential to ensure our AI systems are ethical, transparent, and effective. We’re looking for a Senior Data Governance Manager to join us and shape the future of data management—ensuring our data assets are governed effectively, used strategically, and aligned with our mission to protect energy consumers and enable Net Zero.

Ofgem is Great Britain’s independent energy regulator. We’re at the forefront of change across the energy sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting energy consumers—especially vulnerable people.

We’re offering a permanent opportunity where you will take ownership of data governance initiatives, driving improvements in data quality, compliance, and strategic data management across the organisation. This is a pivotal role in defining, implementing, and embedding a data governance framework that not only ensures our data assets are managed to the highest standards, but also underpins the responsible and ethical use of AI across Ofgem.

This is your chance to work at the intersection of data governance and regulatory excellence, helping us harness the full potential of our data. You’ll collaborate with senior leaders and key stakeholders to build a data governance culture that aligns with best practices, regulatory requirements, and our internal AI governance principles. Your work will directly impact how we manage data assets while enabling innovation in data-driven and AI-supported decision-making.

We’re looking for someone with a strong background in data governance, data quality management, and regulatory compliance. You should have experience developing and implementing data policies, controls, and frameworks, as well as a solid understanding of data privacy, data architecture, and analytics. The ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels will be key, as you will be working closely with data owners, technical teams, and senior decision-makers.

We have a critical purpose to ensure that data assets are managed effectively, securely, and in alignment with regulatory and strategic priorities. By leading our data governance efforts, you will play a vital role in ensuring data quality, driving compliance, and enabling the ethical and impactful use of AI to support the broader transformation of the energy sector.

Job description
At Ofgem, we recognise the importance of work-life balance and professional growth. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working policies that support a range of working arrangements, including remote working, compressed hours, and career breaks, allowing you to balance your professional and personal commitments.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, monitor, and assess data assets against data quality metrics, and create and maintain data governance framework policies, standards, processes, and controls.
Support the Head of Data & AI Governance in ensuring compliance with the data governance framework, driving cultural change, and making data quality a key directorate metric across Ofgem.
Lead on data initiatives across Ofgem by working with Data Stewards and Data Managers and ensuring adherence and alignment to the Ofgem framework.
Create and maintain data governance artefacts, coach, mentor, and develop peers and the data community to promote data governance and foster a data quality culture.
Assist the Head of Data & AI Governance in leadership communications, planning sessions, and chairing Data Governance working team meetings and forums.
Responsible for the management and maintenance of Purview for Azure data platform and provide regular reporting on data metrics, OKRs and sharing protocols.
Maintain the Data Governance framework and drive a data quality culture, ensuring compliance with GDPR/DPA regulations by working with key stakeholders and the legal team.
Update the enterprise Data catalogue, own improvement plans, and define the organizational structure to deliver the Data policy and controls strategy, including building and leading a centralized team.
Ensure Data is managed within Ofgem’s Risk Appetite, assist in defining acceptable risk, and continue developing, coaching, and mentoring the Data governance central and extended team members.


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 Location

Cardiff, Glasgow, London

 Contract type

Full time, Permanent

 Profession

Data, Governance, Manager, Senior


 Working pattern

Flexible working, Hybrid

 Closing Date

28/07/2025