Were 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.
DATA GOVERNANCE MANAGER (fixed‑term)
£50,000 per annum plus 18% bonus scheme
Hybrid role with both office and home‑working
Please note 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, guiding colleagues throughout the business and promoting a positive data protection and privacy culture.
Key responsibilities will include:
* 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
Please note this is a fixed‑term contract until 2nd July 2027
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.
Please note, this role will be hybrid with both office and home‑working.
ABOUT YOU
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/gov‑nance 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 and ability to work to tight deadlines, be flexible and adapt under pressure
Desirable requirements:
* Understanding of European data protection laws and practices including DPA, EU GDPR and PECR
ABOUT THE BENEFITS
* Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
* Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme
* Free use of our leisure facilities
* Discounted Center Parcs breaks
* 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
* Access to Perks at Work Portal – retail and leisure discounts
* Employee Assistance Program – support on financial, health and legal matters
* Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications
At Center Parcs, everyones welcome.
We recognise that we are all at our best when we are 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 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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