Location
London/Hybrid
Hours
37.5 hours per week
Contract
Permanent – Salaried
Job Overview
The Data Governance Manager will embed effective data, AI and information governance across the organisation, ensuring policies and standards are applied in a practical, consistent way. The role focuses on execution, risk management, data quality and compliance, helping the business use data responsibly and effectively.
Responsibilities
- Implement and operate data governance policies, standards, and controls across data and analytics activities.
- Support data owners and stewards in meeting accountability for data quality, integrity, and appropriate use.
- Coordinate data quality monitoring, issue remediation, and root cause analysis with delivery teams.
- Apply AI governance controls to supported use cases, including inventories, risk assessments, and documentation.
- Support compliance with global data protection and privacy requirements, including DPIAs and audits.
- Administer Microsoft Purview for data cataloguing, classification, lineage, and visibility of risk.
- Provide practical guidance and training to teams on data and AI governance expectations.
- Identify and escalation data or AI risks beyond tolerance to the Data Governance Lead.
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience in data governance, data management or a related field.
- Strong understanding of data protection regulations such as GDPR.
- Familiarity with data governance tools and technologies.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement within a complex organisation.
Benefits
- ‘Enjoy the Ride’ Merlin Annual Passes – 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones!
- Merlin Magic Pass – 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a year’s service.
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Company bonus
- Private pension scheme
- 40% discount online off LEGO
- 25% discount in our on‑site retail shops and restaurants
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Plus, many more…
Equal Opportunity Statement
If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at Recruitment@Merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Pay Range
Competitive
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London/Hybrid
Hours
37.5 hours per week
Contract
Permanent – Salaried
Job Overview
The Data Governance Manager will embed effective data, AI and information governance across the organisation, ensuring policies and standards are applied in a practical, consistent way. The role focuses on execution, risk management, data quality and compliance, helping the business use data responsibly and effectively.
Responsibilities
- Implement and operate data governance policies, standards, and controls across data and analytics activities.
- Support data owners and stewards in meeting accountability for data quality, integrity, and appropriate use.
- Coordinate data quality monitoring, issue remediation, and root cause analysis with delivery teams.
- Apply AI governance controls to supported use cases, including inventories, risk assessments, and documentation.
- Support compliance with global data protection and privacy requirements, including DPIAs and audits.
- Administer Microsoft Purview for data cataloguing, classification, lineage, and visibility of risk.
- Provide practical guidance and training to teams on data and AI governance expectations.
- Identify and escalation data or AI risks beyond tolerance to the Data Governance Lead.
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience in data governance, data management or a related field.
- Strong understanding of data protection regulations such as GDPR.
- Familiarity with data governance tools and technologies.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement within a complex organisation.
Benefits
- ‘Enjoy the Ride’ Merlin Annual Passes – 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones!
- Merlin Magic Pass – 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a year’s service.
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Company bonus
- Private pension scheme
- 40% discount online off LEGO
- 25% discount in our on‑site retail shops and restaurants
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Plus, many more…
Equal Opportunity Statement
If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at Recruitment@Merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Pay Range
Competitive
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