Description
We’re recruiting for Data Management Managers here at Justice Digital, Data and Science to be part of our warm and collaborative Data Management team.
As a Data Management Manager, you will help shape how data is looked after, understood and used. You will work closely with policy, digital, analytical and operational colleagues to improve data quality, clarify ownership, ensure metadata and master data management frameworks are implemented and support better use of data across services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver data management activity across a key service area in MoJ, balancing day-to-day priorities with longer-term improvement.
- Work closely with operational, policy, digital and analytical colleagues to embed effective, proportionate data management into everyday ways of working.
- Improve the quality, consistency and trustworthiness of data by supporting clear standards, guidance and assurance approaches.
- Help identify and manage critical data assets, ensuring ownership and accountability are clear and understood.
- Support the development and use of data management products such as data catalogues, metadata and master data frameworks, definitions and data quality approaches, adapting them to operational needs.
- Incorporate data governance and risk management into routine processes, escalating issues where appropriate.
- Act as an advocate for good data management and data literacy, building capability and confidence across teams.
- Support senior colleagues in shaping priorities and planning future data management activity across your service portfolio.
Person Specification:
- Experience of working in data management or a closely related area, within a large and complex organisation.
- A practical understanding of data management concepts such as data quality, data ownership, metadata, master data, governance and lifecycle management, and how these apply in real-world settings.
- Experience working with data and data systems, and confidence engaging with technical and non-technical colleagues about data issues.
- The ability to adapt your approach in response to changing priorities, emerging risks or new information, while keeping sight of overall goals.
- Clear and inclusive communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas in plain English.
Benefits:
- Access to learning and development
- A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work-life balance
- A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
- Annual Leave
- Public Holidays
- Season Ticket Advance