Overview
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At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers. We are committed to inclusive and thriving Communities for Customers and Employees. We are the UK's leading Social Enterprise and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. More about your role below.
More About Your Role
We are looking for a highly experienced and proactive Head of Data Governance to lead and deliver Places for People’s Data Governance strategy. You will build a Data Governance function of analysts who will work with the business to define the Data Governance Framework and Ownership model, build data glossaries, data quality rules, and capture metadata such as data lineage. You will operate the Data Governance platform, building data quality, data glossary, metadata management and data lineage capabilities, acting as the Product Lead for the Data Governance Platform and how it integrates into the wider data fabric across Places for People. Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in Data Governance.
At Places for People, a basic DBS check is mandatory as part of a safe working environment. For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.
More About You
As our Head of Data Governance you will have a proven track record of developing and implementing Data Governance strategy and practices. You will have expertise in data glossaries, data dictionaries, data integrity and Data Governance platforms. Broader experience in data management, engineering and reporting would be beneficial.
* Experience in Data Governance, data management, or a related field;
* A proven track record of working in a leadership role;
* Knowledge of developing and implementing Data Governance strategies and practices;
* Expertise in data glossaries, data dictionaries, data quality, data integrity, data lineage, and Data Governance platforms;
* Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and levels of the organisation.
The Benefits
We are a large, diverse and ambitious business that offers job security and challenge. We support colleagues to flourish and work in inspirational communities with colleagues and customers. Our benefits package can help you save money or make life easier and may include:
* Excellent holiday pay and sick pay
* Pension with matched contributions
* A bonus of up to 10%
* A Car Allowance
* Training
* Extra perks including discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and more
What’s next?
If you meet the criteria and are ready to take the next step in your career, apply using our simple 5 minute application process. Upload a CV and a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have questions, please email the recruitment team.
We offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided you meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application. We are committed to an accessible recruitment process and will provide reasonable adjustments as needed.
If you are a Places for People customer seeking support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team. Note that we may bring the closing date forward if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are using a mobile device, ensure your CV is stored in the cloud (Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox). Recruitment agencies: we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse and neglect. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including DBS checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture and report concerns as appropriate.
Armed Forces - We guarantee an interview for any candidate who is serving or has formerly served in the Armed Forces, as a reservist, armed forces veteran (including the wounded, injured and sick), cadet instructor and military spouse/partner who meets the essential criteria.
Disability Confident - We are a Disability Confident Employer. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The Equality Act 2010 (Disability Discrimination Act 1995 for NI) defines a disabled person, with definitions applicable per region.
Neurodivergent – Neurodiverse individuals have valuable skills, and we guarantee an interview for neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria.
Seniority level: Director • Employment type: Full-time • Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
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