Data Governance Manager

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Description Our Purpose Working in Partnership for a happier world - our shared Purpose that guides us in everything we do and inspires 3 important principles; happier people, happier business, happier world. The John Lewis Partnership is a truly unique business, one that seeks to make a positive difference to the lives of everyone. At a glance We know flexible working is important to you, and it is important to us too. The Partnership has adopted a blended working approach meaning you'll be able to work a mixture between the office and home based upon your personal needs whilst balancing the needs of the business. The Data team aims for around 1 day a week in the office to connect and on a more ad-hoc basis to attend key meetings. The role could also be based at either our Bracknell or Victoria campus based on your preference. We are looking for candidates within the salary range of £60,000 - £70,000, depending on experience. This position is a permanent contract. About the role As a Data Governance Manager in the Data Management Profession, you will be the key contact for all decisions related to Partnership data in the areas or projects you are responsible for. You will have an understanding of GDPR and other data related legislation so you can ensure the Partnership remains compliant, and support Data Owners in your domain to understand how to manage their data safely and securely. You will develop a good understanding of your domain, including business processes, to ensure you understand how the data governance framework applies to that area and identify any risks and challenges. You will work with project teams to ensure the project meets business requirements for data governance and have a good understanding of how data is captured and processed within your domain. You will act as a trusted advisor to Data Owners and Senior Leaders, and be approachable and pragmatic to ensure that risks related to data are raised and dealt with quickly. Key responsibilities of the role include: Managing (People Management and Task Management) a team of Data Stewards and Data Management Analysts (as required). Ensuring a framework is in place to capture, profile, risk assess and prioritise the remediation of Data Quality issues within the domain Working with the Data Owner to prioritise data related activities within the domain, ensuring outcomes are delivered to agreed standards and timelines. Embedding the data risk framework within your subject area, responsibility for reporting and resolution management of key data risks (inc personal data) Ensuring that the Data Domain is appropriately resourced to carry out key activities and priorities Essential skills you'll need - Understanding of data protection and information security legislation and how this relates to the business strategy - Expertise in data quality practices, approaches and challenges within large organisations - Experience of data management tools - Understanding of master data and data governance principles and processes - Experience of developing data processes and systems Desirable - Retail, Finance, Financial Services Data Governance related experience - Membership of Data Management groups / communities - Data Management qualification - GDPR Practitioner level or equivalent - Business analysis or project management experience - Experience in delivering complex and / or large data projects as a data SME - Experience working with Data Owners Benefits of the Partnership and the role - Hybrid Working and excellent work life balance, including focus on well being and flexible working and our marketing leading equal parenthood leave Policy ️ - Full time working holiday entitlement of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays - Defined Contribution pension scheme where your contributions will be matched by the Partnership (up to 8% of pay). After three years' service, you'll receive an additional Partnership contribution of 4% of pay, regardless of whether you pay in or not - You'll get Partnership discount in store and online once you complete Earning Membership. That's 25% off in John Lewis & Partners (12% off electrical products) and 20% in Waitrose & Partners. You'll also be able to nominate someone you live with to share your discount - Simple cycle to work support scheme and private healthcare - We're really proud of our exclusive hotels based in some of Britain's most beautiful areas and once you've been with us for three months, you're welcome to explore them - To learn more about our Benefits, please visit - https://www.jlpjobs.com/about/benefits/ Next Steps The application form consists of a CV upload followed by application questions. Please ensure you refresh the page each time you complete a task to ensure you complete everything that you need to in time. (If internal, check your Workday notifications and see further guidance on the PDW under "Internal application process"). We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we recommend that you apply early. You'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you. Thanks for your patience in the meantime and for showing an interest in joining JLP. To view the job outline: External candidates - please view via the attachment Internal candidates - please view the job outline in this folder here using your internal email address only For internal use only: #LI-HEADOFFICE At the John Lewis Partnership, we embrace our differences. We want you to be you. Because, well, we know you're at your best when you're free to be yourself. Being a truly inclusive employer to us means creating an environment which celebrates your contribution, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, social background, religion or belief. It's why we've set our own aim to become the UK's most inclusive business - for our Partners (employees) and our customers. We firmly believe that our future success lies in diversity of thought from all Partners and it's integral in our mission to build a happier world. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. And, once you're a Partner, your differences will make all the difference. Find out more about D&I in the Partnership here - https://www.jlpjobs.com/about/diversityandinclusion/