HR Data Governance Manager

About us

At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that. National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen. As we generate momentum in the energy transition for all, we don’t plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark. So, join us as a HR Data Governance Manager, and find your superpower.
 

National Grid is hiring a HR Data Governance Manager for our People Function. This position can be based at either The Strand, London or Warwick, UK.

Job Purpose

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving energy sector? At National Grid, we are seeking a passionate and skilled Data Governance Manager to join our Global People Data and Analytics team. In this exciting role, you will help shape the future of our workforce and empower our people to achieve great performance.

As the Data Governance Manager, you will be at the forefront of establishing and maintaining robust data governance frameworks that ensure the integrity, security, and effective use of HR data across National Grid. 

What You'll Do

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Designing and implementing a comprehensive Data Governance strategy aligned with HR priorities.
• Engaging with business leaders and stakeholders to support the execution of our company-wide data governance framework.
• Leading programs and projects in collaboration with IT to enhance our data operating model and governance initiatives.
• Serving as a subject matter expert on HR data, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other regulatory standards.
• Defining and managing National Grid’s worker ‘golden record’ and enabling data quality assurance processes.

About You

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Strong leadership skills to lead a small team, drive cultural change and influence senior stakeholders.
• Effective at working autonomously, setting the strategic direction, establishing and delivering on plans.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization to enable data governance outcomes.
• Experience in delivering change programs related to Data Governance and Data Quality.
• Knowledge of AI systems and their impact on data governance.
• A good understanding of DAMA/DMBOK or similar data management frameworks.
• Proven experience in managing and improving data quality, including the definition, implementation, and monitoring of data quality frameworks.
• Proficiency in data visualisation and analytics tools such as Excel, Power BI, and more.

What You'll Get

• Competitive Salary: circa £62,000 – £73,000 per annum (dependent on location, capability, and experience).
• Bonus: Up to 15% of your salary for stretch performance.

 
Additional benefits:
 

• Flexible benefits such as a cycle scheme, share incentive plan, technology schemes
• Ongoing career development and support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, examination fees and time off for study leave – so long as it is relevant to your role
• Access to apps such as digital GP service for round the clock access to GP video consultations and NHS repeat prescriptions, wellbeing app to support your health and fitness
• Access to Work + Family Space, providing support and resources for work and family life, including paid emergency childcare and eldercare

More Information

This role is offered on a Full-Time, Permanent basis. 

 
We are also offering hybrid /flexible working where travel to the office will be as per business need. Base location for this role will be The Strand, London or Warwick, UK.
 

This role closes on 27th May 2025 however we strongly encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible. 

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.