Data Governance Manager

• Lead, develop and implement BT Group data governance frameworks, policies, standards, and procedures ensuring alignment with business objectives and establishing data as an asset that delivers value.
• Define, monitor and manage processes for monitoring data governance policies, procedures, and standards (e.g. meta data, data lineage)
• Define and establish data ownership and stewardship model with roles and responsibilities across the organisation.
• Implement and govern E2E data domain map and business information model
• Oversee data stewardship activities to maintain high data quality and consistency
• Define and enforce metadata management and data lineage practices
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across business units to ensure buy-in and sponsorship of data governance initiatives.
• Act as a conduit between central governance and delivery units, ensuring consistent application of data governance standards.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data governance control processes and platforms.
• Provide training and guidance on data governance best practices and tools.
• Mentor and coach a team of professionals, fostering growth and maintaining a high-performing team capable of executing the governance strategy.
• Input into shaping the Data transformation program

• Stay updated on the latest industry trends and advancements on data governance tools and techniques
• Familiar with Data Governance frameworks (e.g. DAMA).
• Knowledge of data models, lineage, and enterprise data platforms.
• Data Lineage: Ability to document and visualise data flow from source to consumption

Business Expertise

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Influence across Business functions on data governance topics.

• Ability to work collaboratively with Data Owners, Stewards, and business units to resolve data governance issues.

• Ability to identify and implement enhancements to data government framework

• Understanding of business-critical data domains (e.g. customer, product, finance) and their operational impact.

• Translating technical data issues into business relevant language for non-technical audiences Experience you would be expected to have

• Proven experience in leading data governance programs and implementation.

• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, applications, processes and principles

• Leadership of small team of data professionals

• 10% on target bonus
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It's for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women's health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks carer's leave
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.