Data Governance Manager

Company description

We are the ROI agency, a position we have proudly held true since 2005. Our more than 6,000 specialists across 95 markets offer unparalleled capabilities in Media, Data, Technology, Commerce and Content. We put effectiveness at the heart of our work to solve complex challenges, drive successful business outcomes, and grow our clients’ businesses.

Over the years, we have evolved our definition of ROI, as it has changed with the ever‑complicated communications landscape. ROI is no longer simply about the most efficient planning, buying and reporting of media.

Yes, ROI is about delivering Return on Investment; but it’s also about going beyond to deliver a Return on Imagination and more integrated experiences that inspire Growth. Top‑line growth for our clients’ businesses, growth for our people and growth for our culture.

Powered by our best‑in‑class proprietary tools and data, our work spans the full spectrum of media communications, from analytics, data and technology to performance marketing, content and superior trading.

This breadth means we deliver Insight that lies at the intersection of consumer, category, and brand, attributing every budget to stronger business outcomes.

It means we deliver more creative media solutions that bring together best‑in‑class strategy, planning and the power of Publicis Groupe to ensure distinct and more personal brand experiences for our clients.

It means we adopt new data analytics and value optimisation techniques while building relationships with some of the world’s most exciting start‑ups. We leverage over 30 years of media planning expertise to go beyond traditional media solutions and deliver a Return on Investment that is both forward‑thinking and accountable to our clients.

At Zenith, we ultimately seek out a more meaningful kind of ROI. Our unique way of thinking inspires growth for some of the world’s leading brands, including Coty, Electrolux, Essity, Lactalis, Luxottica, Nestlé, Nomad Foods, Reckitt, Tik Tok and Verizon.

Publicis Alchemy is an innovation engine at the heart of one of Publicis Media’s largest global pharmaceutical partnerships. Built by Publicis Groupe with a bold ambition —to Make It Better and Better— our mission is to transform the way media connects with people and ultimately helps make life better for patients around the world.

We’re a collective of exceptional thinkers, creators, and innovators united by curiosity and driven by purpose. Here, collaboration isn’t just encouraged — it’s essential. Operating within a vibrant global ecosystem, we bring together diverse perspectives to push boundaries, embrace new possibilities, and redefine what’s next in healthcare communications.

Join us. Help us make it better, and then make it better again.

We are seeking an exceptional Data Governance Manager to lead data governance for the ex‑US global business. Working closely with the London‑based ex‑US account team, US‑based Publicis Alchemy colleagues, and more than 30 local markets worldwide, this role sits at the centre of a highly collaborative global ecosystem.

This role ensures that data structures, taxonomies, workflows, and standards are consistently applied across all tools and platforms used by the Central Digital Activation Team and markets. The Data Governance Manager acts as the central owner of taxonomy governance, data quality processes, and metadata standards, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and usability of data across the entire ecosystem.

Working closely with analytics, activation, planning, and US based governance team, this role ensures alignment on priorities, drives compliance, and supports the development of a scalable, high quality data environment that enables robust reporting, measurement, and strategic decision making.

With a balance of curiosity, rigour, and fresh thinking, the role will support stronger creative briefing, define production requirements, and confidently balance client, agency, and team needs to drive long‑term impact and consistency at scale.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Data Governance Framework & Standards

• Develop, document, and implement a robust data governance…