Job Description

What you'll bring to the team

Data Governance Manager

Location: London/Hybrid

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent - Salaried

The Data Governance Manager will embed effective data, AI and information governance across the organisation, ensuring policies and standards are applied in a practical, consistent way. The role focuses on execution, risk management, data quality and compliance, helping the business use data responsibly and effectively Responsibilities:

• Implement and operate data governance policies, standards, and controls across data and analytics activities.
• Support data owners and stewards in meeting accountability for data quality, integrity, and appropriate use.
• Coordinate data quality monitoring, issue remediation, and root cause analysis with delivery teams.
• Apply AI governance controls to supported use cases, including inventories, risk assessments, and documentation.
• Support compliance with global data protection and privacy requirements, including DPIAs and audits.
• Administer Microsoft Purview for data cataloguing, classification, lineage, and visibility of risk.
• Provide practical guidance and training to teams on data and AI governance expectations.
• Identify and escalate data or AI risks beyond tolerance to the Data Governance Lead.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in data governance, data management or a related field.
• Strong understanding of data protection regulations such as GDPR.
• Familiarity with data governance tools and technologies.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement within a complex organisation.

Benefits

• ‘Enjoy the Ride’ Merlin Annual Passes - 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones!
• Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a year’s service
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company bonus
• Private pension scheme
• 40% discount online off LEGO
• 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Plus, many more…

If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at Recruitment@Merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Pay Range

Competitive