Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Data Services sits at the heart of Arup’s digital capability, enabling the firm to make better, faster and more confident decisions through data. The discipline brings together data platforms, engineering, analytics, AI and governance to ensure data is trusted, accessible and used responsibly at scale across projects and corporate services.
From building and running enterprise data platforms to delivering advanced analytics and AI solutions, Data Services helps teams reduce risk, improve outcomes for clients and unlock new opportunities through data‑driven insight.
Role Overview
This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build practical experience at the intersection of data governance and AI‑enabled delivery. You will support how data is governed across a global organisation, helping to put strong data foundations in place that enable analytics and AI, and build confidence in meeting regulatory and ethical requirements.
You will work closely with data, digital and business teams, contributing to real projects and supporting the day‑to‑day application of data governance in practice. This includes helping teams understand and apply governance guidance, supporting safe and responsible use of data, and seeing first‑hand how good data management improves decision‑making and outcomes.
The role offers the opportunity to develop hands‑on governance and regulatory skills in a fast‑growing area, learn from experienced practitioners, and build a strong foundation for a future career in data governance, data management and AI‑related roles.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
- Experience supporting or contributing to the implementation of data governance within complex organisations
- A developing, practical understanding of data governance and information management frameworks
- Ability to support change initiatives, engage with stakeholders and help translate governance requirements into practical outcomes
- Emerging technical understanding of data governance tools, technologies and data environments
- Clear communication and collaboration skills, with confidence working across both technical and business teams
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Equal Opportunity
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross‑cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom
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