Overview
Active Travel England is seeking a skilled Data Governance Manager to lead the development and implementation of ATE’s data governance framework. As a trusted data expert, you\'ll develop and embed governance policies, standards and processes in alignment with the Government’s Service Standard. You\'ll also take the lead in building data literacy across the organisation, providing guidance and coaching to ensure all teams understand the value and responsibilities of good data management. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you\'ll help establish strong data management capabilities at ATE, your work will minimise data risks, increase transparency and create a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation.
Salary and benefits
Salary: £57,515 (Plus an additional GDAD allowance £25,543). The base pay is £57,515, with a Digital and Data allowance of up to £25,543. A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%.
* Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary
* 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to 30 days)
* 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day for the King\'s birthday
* Staff discount portal access
* Career development opportunities (e.g., CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships) paid by the department
* Diverse and inclusive workforce with staff communities
* 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
* Flexible working options for work-life balance
Role details
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 16th November 2025
Contract Type: Permanent – Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time
Location: Heslington, York, England, United Kingdom
Responsibilities
* Drive adoption of data quality, master data, and modelling practices.
* Advise ATE\'s Executive Committee on strategic data governance.
* Own data governance and mentor data owners and stewards.
* Enforce data governance policies, frameworks, and standards.
* Lead process improvement, innovation, and continuous planning.
About you
The Data Governance Manager is a specialist role within the Digital, Data and Technology profession. At this working level you will need to have the following experience:
* A strong background in data governance, data quality and compliance.
* The ability to translate strategy into practical frameworks and standards.
* Excellent communication and coaching skills to influence and empower colleagues.
* A passion for driving data maturity and accountability across a growing organisation.
How to Apply
Read the full job description and apply here: https://bit.ly/48T1lTw
This vacancy closes at 23:55 on Sunday 16th November 2025
Job function
* Management and Information Technology
Industries
* Government Administration
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