Data Strategy & Governance Lead

Position: Data Strategy & Governance Lead
Contract: 5 weeks + possible extensions / Inside IR35
Location: Remote

We're seeking an experienced Data Strategy & Governance Lead to oversee and deliver a structured, insight-driven data maturity engagement for one of our clients.

In this role, you will shape the strategic approach, guide the assessment methodology, and ensure all outputs—from discovery workshops through to the final report—are aligned with organisational priorities and industry best practice.

You will act as the senior point of accountability throughout the engagement, ensuring the delivery of high-quality outputs, including a data maturity assessment, prioritised recommendations, and dashboard visualisations. You'll also play a key role in translating complex insights into compelling narratives that support buy-in and drive improvement.

• Provide strategic oversight to ensure alignment with client objectives and readiness for data-driven change.
• Lead project planning, methodology, and decision-making across all phases.
• Oversee development and delivery of the Data Maturity Assessment, benchmarked against sector best practice.