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.

• 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 non‑technical 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.

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.

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…