Data Governance Manager

Job Title Data Governance Manager

Pay of £44,447, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance.

DWP. Digital with Purpose.

Are you passionate about shaping how data is used to improve outcomes for millions of people? Do you have ideas on how to improve data governance processes?

We're looking for talented Data Governance Managers to join our Chief Data Office (CDO).

If you're excited by the challenge of transforming complex data landscapes and want the opportunity to influence the future of data within DWP, this could be the role for you.

As the largest government department, data underpins everything we do informing policy, guiding operational decisions and enabling us to deliver vital services that support society every day.

You'll be joining us at a pivotal moment. With DWP's five year Data Strategy launched in 2023 and a new Data Hub and Spoke model rolling out, you'll help shape a more connected and mature data ecosystem across the organisation. Working closely with the CDO and DWP Digital.

You'll also benefit from extensive development opportunities, including professional qualifications, on the job learning, and the chance to build highly transferable data skills valued across industry.

What skills, knowledge and experience will you need?

• Proven data governance experience in tech or digital environments, with a practical approach to implementing scalable governance frameworks and strong knowledge of data privacy regulations.

• Skilled in developing and improving governance standards for modern data architectures, working closely with engineering, product, and analytics teams.

• Confident in translating complex or technical concepts into clear, accessible information for nontechnical audiences.

• Comfortable working in fast paced, ambiguous environments, using strong analytical skills to interpret data and identify emerging risks.

• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to operate strategically and articulate how activities align to organisational goals and policy development.

• Experienced in embedding best practice data governance across cloud platforms and modern data ecosystems to support secure, compliant, data driven decision making.

You and your role

In this role, you will play a central part in how DWP uses data to improve outcomes for millions of people.

You will help ensure that data - which underpins everything the department delivers - is trusted, well managed and used responsibly across the organisation.

You will shape how data is governed across one of the largest and most complex organisations in the country. This includes helping to deliver the Data Strategy, strengthening governance frameworks and supporting essential services that rely on high quality, reliable data every day.

Your responsibilities will place you at the heart of designing and improving how DWP manages its data. You will guide colleagues through governance processes, support data quality improvements, embed ownership and stewardship practices and contribute to protecting key data assets.

You will also support work in areas such as data ethics, the responsible use of AI and secure data sharing, collaborating with teams across DWP and wider government to promote consistent and responsible data practices.

Details. Wages. Perks.

Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool or Newcastle whichever is most convenient for you.

Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub.

Pay: We offer competitive pay of £44,447.

Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth £12,876 per year.

Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 23 days rising to 30 days over time.

You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays.

We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes:

• Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies

• Time off volunteering and charitable giving

• Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP'

• Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more

• Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference

• Sports and social activities

• Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities.

And we have an award-winning environment and culture:

• DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards

• Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024

• Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025

• Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards

Process:

We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages:

1. Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through.

1. Interview: a single stage interview online.

CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.