Data Quality Improvement Manager

Overview

A large, complex UK organisation operating across housing, care and regulated services is seeking to appoint a Data Quality Improvement Manager within its central Data Management function, part of the Technology division.

This pivotal role sits at the heart of the organisation’s data governance agenda and reports directly to the Head of Data Governance. The primary focus is to enhance the quality, integrity and reliability of critical enterprise data by collaborating closely with senior business stakeholders and governance forums.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead group-wide initiatives to improve the quality, integrity and reliability of priority datasets.
• Co-chair the monthly Data Governance Forum, engaging Data Owners, Data Stewards, technical teams and senior business leaders.
• Ensure data risks and issues are clearly defined, prioritised and escalated in accordance with an established risk matrix.
• Collaborate closely with Risk, Compliance and IT Security teams to align data quality and governance with broader assurance frameworks.
• Support the embedding of data ownership, accountability and governance practises across multiple business areas.

Required Experience

• Proven track record in delivering Data Governance and Data Quality initiatives within large or complex organisations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate governance concepts effectively to non-technical audiences.
• Experience in mapping and analysing data across multiple business processes and functions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, change-driven environment.
• Backgrounds in housing, utilities, regulated services, public sector or large multi-entity organisations are highly desirable.

Why This Role

• Visible and influential position offering genuine senior stakeholder exposure.
• Opportunity to shape and mature enterprise-wide data governance and quality practises.
• Strong organisational commitment to data, assurance and risk management.
• Stable, long-term role offering an excellent work-life balance.