Data Retention Manager - 6-Month Contract (Inside IR35) Location: 2 days per week on-site in either Birmingham or Sheffield Contract Type: 6-month contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 We are seeking a highly skilled Data Retention Manager to join a leading UK bank on a 6-month contract. This role is integral to ensuring that the complete lifecycle of records - from creation and storage through to timely disposition - complies with all relevant legal, regulatory, and business retention requirements across the UK bank. Key Responsibilities: Ensure data retention controls are effectively designed, implemented, and operating to mitigate data and compliance risks. Lead the UK Data Retention Governance Forum, driving alignment and oversight across business areas. Represent UK business data retention interests across broader data management and governance forums. Monitor and report on key data quality metrics and data storage control indicators, identifying areas for improvement. Support the development and execution of data retention strategies and policies, ensuring adherence to regulatory and operational standards. Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Risk, and IT teams to ensure consistent application of data retention requirements across the enterprise. Skills & Experience: Proven experience in data retention, records management, or data governance within a banking or financial services organisation. Strong understanding of data lifecycle management, regulatory retention schedules, and data risk controls. Familiarity with UK and global banking regulations related to data management and privacy (e.g., GDPR, FCA requirements). Excellent stakeholder management and governance skills, with experience leading forums or working groups. Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret metrics and identify control weaknesses or trends. Contract Details: Duration: 6 months Engagement: Inside IR35 Hybrid Working: 2 days per week on-site (Birmingham or Sheffield) This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and strengthening the bank's data retention governance framework, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective risk management across the UK business.