Base Location: Hybrid flexible working, preference is that you will be based in Scotland (Glasgow/Perth/Edinburgh/Aberdeen).

Salary: up to c 70K + bonus + benefits

Type: 2 year Fixed Term Contract

Data Governance Manager is sought to engage on a Finance Transformation Programme to lay the foundations for, and drive the evolution of our client's Finance Data Governance model. The role is key to shaping and delivering the data strategy, driving the development, implementation and establishment of a strong Data Governance Framework that will deliver good data quality and sustainable data management across Finance.

The Data Governance Manager will be expected to proactively engage across stakeholder groups and Data Governance teams in other areas of the wider business taking responsibility for:

- The development of a Data Governance Framework, embedding standards and controls into Finance 'BAU' activities, monitoring progress and reporting on adherence.

- Driving and delivering data awareness training & education to promote a data-driven & enriched data culture.

- Ensuring and promoting compliance with respect to internal and external data policies and standards.

- Establishing strong knowledge-sharing practices and data quality management solutions.

- Maintain the Data Issue & Risk Register and report to management on progress against data quality metrics.

- Lead management at all levels on the journey to a high-quality data governance environment, influencing both up and down to achieve the required outcomes.

Skills & Experience:

- Degree level educated or equivalent in Business Management, Data Management, or any other related equivalent.

- Previous experience in designing, implementing and embedding a robust Data Governance Framework with associated activities and materials.

- Skilled in working with stakeholders at all levels to influence and gain buy-in.

- Understanding or experience of using Informatica Axon/EDC products or similar Data Governance and Metadata management tool.

- Extensive knowledge of data lineage and metadata management practices, with strong experience of the application of Data Quality dimensions to Data Quality management.

- Broad understanding of finance data, systems and reporting solutions would be advantageous.

- Previous experience of Informatica (Axon, EDC) would be advantageous.

- High level of proficiency with general toolsets including Excel (Power Queries, Pivot), Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Teams.

- SharePoint Online.