Lead Data Governance Manager (Data Ownership)

Location: Newbury (Hybrid)

Salary: Excellent basic salary plus commission and Vodafone benefits
Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Mon to Fri

At Vodafone UK we believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, on average 8 days a month. Our “Office in a Box” home working kit will provide you with everything you need, no matter where you are.

Who We Are

We’re a global technology communications company that empowers people and businesses to stay connected and thrive in a digital world. With a focus on innovation, sustainability and earning customer loyalty, we leverage cutting-edge technology to offer products and services that enhance communication and improve lives.

At Vodafone UK, diversity isn’t just a buzzword, it is core to who we are as a company.  We’re proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and are committed to driving inclusion for all; creating a workplace that is fully representative of the communities and customers we serve.

Join us at the heart of Vodafone UK in Corporate, one of the central support functions that underpin our business and keep us moving forward. We provide centralised support, expertise and guidance across our UK and Group operations, continuing to build on our success and trailblazing the way to our next stage of digital growth.

What you’ll do

We're recruiting for a Lead Data Governance Manager to join our Finance Data & Analytics team here at Vodafone UK. As a Lead Data Governance Manager, you will be responsible for leading the implementation of a comprehensive data ownership program that aligns with the organisation's data strategy. This role will ensure data assets are identified, documented, and managed effectively by designated data owners and stewards.

Now is an exciting time to join the team as we begin our data transformation journey to implement this agreed data strategy working across all of Vodafone UK. 

Wider responsibilities will also include, but will not be limited to:

• Lead and champion the Vodafone UK data governance program within a federated ownership model. You will be responsible for establishing, operating, and continuously improving on a standardised framework including Data Ownership and Data Governance.
• You will play a key role in assuring that UK Policies and Standards are in place and being adhered to whilst also overseeing the Data Management Risk landscape.
• Schedule workshops and meetings to introduce the data ownership program to stakeholders.
• Conduct Kick-off Meetings for Data Owners to establish roles, responsibilities, and expectations.
• Lead the process of Data Asset Identification to create a comprehensive inventory of critical data.
• Conduct periodic Data Governance Check-ins after rollout to monitor progress and address any concerns.
• Collaborate with business units to facilitate Business Process Show and Tell sessions to understand data usage within different departments.

Who you are  

• Demonstrable background in data governance, having played a pivotal role in driving the improvement and maturity of corporate data governance and the rollout of Data Ownership.
• Understanding of data ownership models and best practices.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, with a clear track record of translating ideas and information to all levels of seniority. 
• Builds relationships within and across departments with a collaborative and consultative mindset.
• Adept in the utilisation of the MS Office suite and data governance tools such as ‘Collibra’ would be beneficial.

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What we offer

We believe that taking care of our employees is the key to their success. That is why we offer an excellent remuneration and bonus package with up to 28 days holiday entitlement, in addition to bank holidays and paid leave for charity projects. We offer an extensive benefits package that can be tailored to suit you and your family, including employee discounts, retail vouchers, pension plan and share schemes. We take pride in our commitment to supporting you at every stage of your career by providing top of the range learning and development tools and market leading parental leave policies. 

Together we can 

Vodafone UK are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/applying-to-vodafone/) for guidance.

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