Company Overview
We’re a thriving team passionate about working together to deliver excellence, all in a natural forest environment. Welcome to Center Parcs – the number one choice for short break holidays, employing a team of over 10,000 across Forest House (our Head Office) and six separate villages located in the UK and Ireland.
Role Overview
DATA GOVERNANCE MANAGER (fixed‑term) | £50,000 per annum plus 18% bonus scheme
Hybrid role with both office and home‑working. This is a fixed‑term contract until 2nd July 2027.
In this pivotal role, you will lead the implementation and ongoing oversight of our Corporate Data Governance Framework, ensuring our data practices remain robust, compliant, and future‑ready. You will provide expert advice across new projects and initiatives, and promote a positive data protection and privacy culture.
Key Responsibilities
* Implementing and managing the Corporate Data Governance Framework
* Providing expert guidance on data protection during new projects, programmes, and initiatives
* Offering specialist support on data compliance, policies, and procedures
* Promoting best practice and a strong privacy culture across the organisation
* Investigating and troubleshooting data issues, offering clear and actionable solutions
* Building strong working relationships with stakeholders across the business
Hours of Work
You will be contracted to work 150 hours per 4‑week period (37.5 hours per week). Normal working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. Dynamic working is available (earliest start 7am, latest finish 7pm). The role is hybrid with both office and home‑working.
Essential Requirements
* Excellent organisational and communication skills
* Methodical with excellent attention to detail
* Ability to problem solve
* Strong presentation skills
* Technical experience / knowledge of SQL and advanced Excel
* Experience in managing procedures and policies aligned with the Data Protection Act
* Ability to research and distil information to solve data issues and queries
* Good knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA), Data Use and Access Act (DUAA) and PECR requirements and related guidance
* Proven experience in a data privacy/protection/governance or compliance role
* Proven experience in a data‑driven role, with a good understanding of data systems and data investigation
* Excellent communicator with the ability to engage, influence, and develop strong relationships with business stakeholders; evidence of excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent organisational skills; able to work to tight deadlines, flexible, under pressure, adaptable to changing requirements and deadlines
Desirable Requirements
* Understanding of European data protection laws and practices including DPA, EU GDPR and PECR
Benefits
* Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
* Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
* Free use of our leisure facilities
* Discounted Center Parcs breaks
* 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
* Access to Perks at Work Portal – wide range of retail and leisure discounts
* Employee Assistance Program – support on financial, health and legal matters
* Excellent opportunities for career development and progression, including externally recognised qualifications
Closing Information
Closing date: 9th April 2026. Interviews to be held: 20th April 2026. Please submit early as this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications are received.
Equality and Diversity
At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome. We recognise that we’re all at our best when we’re being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer; please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.
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