DATA
GOVERNANCE
RECRUITMENT
Data Governance professionals work with all data touch points to get a full picture of how data is being used and then implement the policies and standards that protect it.
As the value, size and regulation of data grows, the data governance market follows with professionals in Data Quality, Data Management, MDM, and Data Stewardship on the rise.
Companies now realise the power of their data and understand the need for people to track it, understand how it is being used, and the processes required to look after this asset.
With dedicated consultants hiring in this market, we have a fantastic network of data governance professionals across all levels. If you are looking to build a Data Governance team, or looking for your next Data governance job, please get in touch.
WHY
HARNHAM?
Our reputation as a global leader in data recruitment is built on a foundation of hundreds of dedicated specialists who operate across the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom.
This extensive network empowers us to offer unparalleled recruitment solutions, matching our clients with the ideal Data Governance talent.
We recognize the unique nature of each organization's data governance needs.
Our recruitment strategies are, therefore, highly customized, focusing on understanding and aligning with your specific business objectives and compliance requirements.
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SERVICES
- Permanent and Contract Recruitment: We provide both permanent and contract recruitment solutions, ensuring flexibility to meet the evolving needs of your Data Governance projects and initiatives.
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- Executive Search: Our executive search service is designed to identify and secure leaders in the Data Governance field who can propel your business strategies and regulatory compliance forward.
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- Industry-Specific Expertise: We operate across all industries, offering specialized recruitment solutions that understand and cater to the unique challenges and opportunities within your sector.
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Contact us today to learn how our bespoke talent solutions can enhance your organization's Data Governance capabilities.
JOBS
LATEST DATA
GOVERNANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Harnham are a specialist Data & AI recruitment business with teams that only focus on niche areas.
Master Data Lead
Birmingham
£350 - £500
+ Data Management & Governance
ContractBirmingham, West Midlands
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MASTER DATA LEAD
2 DAYS PER WEEK IN THE OFFICE (BIRMINGHAM)
3 – 6 MONTH CONTRACT
THE COMPANY:
Join an international company and help support establish a new Master Data function.
THE ROLE:
As a Master Data Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in setting up the UK capability – cleansing existing data, defining new processes, and ensuring alignment between business and data teams. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Support the setup of a new Master Data team in the UK, in collaboration with the global team.
- Lead data cleansing and standardisation efforts across customer, supply chain, and operations data.
- Assess current data structures and identify opportunities for process improvement.
- Design and document master data management processes for ongoing use.
- Partner with Customer Service, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to align business needs with data accuracy.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
The successful Master Data Lead will have:
- Strong background in Master Data Management (MDM), ideally within large or international organisations.
- Proven experience in data cleansing, data quality improvement, and process creation.
- Excellent understanding of both business and data operations – more business-facing than purely technical.
- Familiarity with ERP systems, preferably IFS or similar.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Mojola Coker via the apply link on this page.
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Product Operations Manager
San Carlos
$150000 - $160000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentSan Carlos, California
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A critical need has emerged to bring on a dedicated Product Operations Manager to take ownership of data reporting, performance monitoring, and internal/external dashboards. The current team is stretched thin, with engineering and leadership spending excessive time on metrics instead of focusing on strategic and technical priorities.
This role is urgent to fill-you’ll step into a high-impact position that keeps operations running smoothly across all active deployments.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain dashboards and SQL-based queries to track system performance.
- Monitor KPIs across ~8 active city deployments, flag anomalies, and collaborate with engineering on resolution.
- Own monthly reporting to both internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Present product performance and analytics to clients in a polished, confident manner.
- Ensure product-related data is accessible, reliable, and leveraged across teams for decision-making.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong analytical mindset – comfortable working with performance data, trends, and root cause analysis.
- Experience managing internal metrics and external-facing performance reports.
- Hands-on experience with SQL and business intelligence tools (e.g., Metabase, Looker, Tableau).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills – capable of owning client presentations without relying on engineering.
- Familiarity with computer vision or hardware/software systems is a plus.
- Detail-oriented, self-driven, and eager to take ownership of mission-critical reporting.
The Environment
- 100% onsite role in San Carlos – tight-knit, collaborative team.
- Directly supports 8+ city clients with growing operational complexity.
- Fast-moving environment with clear visibility and opportunity for impact.
Interview Process
- Initial Hiring Manager Screen
- Take-home Exercise
- Final In-Person Interview
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Data Center Architect
Dallas
$160000 - $220000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentDallas, Texas
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Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure Design
- Develop physical and logical layouts for data center infrastructure, including racks, cabling, power, and cooling systems.
- Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to optimize infrastructure performance and scalability.
Capacity Planning & Optimization
- Monitor current usage and forecast future needs to ensure proactive scaling and resource planning.
- Identify areas for operational efficiency in energy use, airflow, and system performance.
Security & Compliance
- Implement physical and cybersecurity best practices to safeguard infrastructure assets.
- Ensure compliance with corporate, industry, and regulatory standards.
Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination
- Oversee relationships with equipment suppliers, service providers, and contractors to ensure timely and compliant delivery of infrastructure components.
- Collaborate closely with internal Server, Storage, and Networking teams to align on goals and execution.
Project & Team Leadership
- Lead end-to-end data center projects, including planning, budgeting, and execution oversight.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to IT infrastructure staff.
- Drive initiatives in virtualization, automation, and modernization.
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 5 years of experience in data center architecture at scale.
- Deep technical knowledge in networking, compute, storage, power, and HVAC.
- Proven experience designing, documenting, and implementing robust data center solutions.
- Demonstrated success leading multiple full-scale data center rollouts.
- Strong project management skills with an ability to deliver on tight timelines and budgets.
- Effective communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience working in or with large-scale tech companies or cloud providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is highly desirable.
- Certifications in data center design or infrastructure (e.g., CDCP, CDCS, DCD) are a plus.
Ideal Background
We’re particularly interested in candidates who have:
- Designed and implemented data centers for hyperscale environments.
- Worked with companies specializing in data center build-outs.
- A background in cloud infrastructure design or hybrid data center strategy.
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Data Governance Manager
Birmingham
£50000 - £55000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentBirmingham, West Midlands
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DATA GOVERNANCE MANAGER
UP TO £55,000 + BENEFITS
HYBRID – West Midlands
If you’re a hands-on Data Governance professional looking to build out a function from the ground up in a collaborative, regulated environment – this could be your next big step.
THE COMPANY:
I’m working with a growing financial services business that’s investing heavily in its data function. With a lean structure, a clear mandate, and strong backing, they’re rebuilding their Data Governance capability – and looking for someone to lead from the front.
You’ll join a business where everyone pitches in, leadership is accessible, and your voice will genuinely shape the way data is managed and protected.
THE ROLE:
As Data Governance Manager, you’ll be the key figure in adapting, embedding, and owning governance frameworks across the business. You’ll support privacy workflows, drive best practices, and work closely with teams across customer, operations, and data science to get things done.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and evolve data governance processes and frameworks
- Support privacy management and internal assessment reviews
- Perform gap analysis and implement actionable improvements
- Build relationships with cross-functional stakeholders and project teams
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
A successful Data Governance Manager will bring:
- Experience within financial services or a heavily regulated industry
- Strong understanding of governance, data privacy, and risk frameworks
- Confident communicator with the ability to build stakeholder trust
- Previous line management or mentoring experience
Bonus points for:
- SQL or technical literacy to support data discussions
- Experience with enterprise data governance/privacy tools
- Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualisation exposure
THE BENEFITS:
You’ll receive a salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience, plus a competitive benefits package.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Molly Bird via the apply link on this page.
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Data Policy Writer – Spanish Speaking
London
£375 - £400
+ Data Management & Governance
ContractLondon
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DATA POLICY WRITER – SPANISH SPEAKING
£375 – £400 PER DAY
FULLY REMOTE (MUST BE BASED IN THE UK)
1 MONTH CONTRACT
THE COMPANY:
A global organisation is undergoing a major data transformation and is seeking a Data Policy Writer to assess existing policies, close gaps, and define a clear strategy for best practice in data governance and privacy.
THE ROLE:
As a Data Policy Writer, your key responsibilities will include:
- Conducting a gap analysis of current data governance and privacy policies.
- Interviewing stakeholders to understand how data is used across teams and regions.
- Drafting clear and structured data policies that reflect best practice in governance, privacy, and security.
- Reviewing global and regional requirements to ensure policies are consistent but adaptable.
- Ensuring correct information access within SharePoint and other platforms.
- Aligning policies with regulatory standards (GDPR, ESO) and internal objectives.
- Producing a short, medium, and long-term roadmap to guide ongoing compliance.
- Presenting findings and policy drafts to senior stakeholders for approval.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
The successful candidate will have:
- Strong background in developing data governance processes and writing policies.
- Solid understanding of GDPR, ESO, and data security principles.
- Experience working within large, multinational enterprises.
- Fluency in Spanish is essential.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, translating technical concepts into clear language for diverse audiences.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Mojola Coker via the apply link on this page.
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dbt & Snowflake – Analytics Engineer (Contract)
London
£500 - £550
+ Data Management & Governance
ContractLondon
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The Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Analytics Engineer to join a leading marketing and brand analytics team. This role focuses on managing data ingestion and transformation projects, optimising dbt models, and supporting Looker dashboards. You will work closely with marketing and brand stakeholders to ensure data processes are accurate, documented, and maintainable.
Key Responsibilities:
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Own and manage brand and media data ingestion and transformation processes.
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Review and optimise dbt models (15-20 models) for completeness, accuracy, and automation.
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Maintain and document Snowflake assets, ingested tables, and analytics workflows.
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Support governance, process cleanup, and monthly reporting.
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Collaborate with marketing stakeholders, legal, and technical teams to ensure accurate data flow and reporting.
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Assist in delivering Looker dashboards and front-end experiences.
Technical Skills & Experience:
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Strong experience with dbt, Looker, and Snowflake (or other cloud data platforms).
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Knowledge of data ingestion and transformation processes (stakeholder-facing, not necessarily coding).
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Experience with marketing analytics and brand/media data preferred.
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Strong documentation, process governance, and problem-solving skills.
Soft Skills:
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Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to business stakeholders.
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Self-starter with excellent organisational skills.
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Detail-oriented, particularly with marketing and brand/media data.
Team & Stakeholders:
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Work within a marketing analytics engineering team, supported by project/program managers.
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Engage with brand, media, marketing, legal, and technical stakeholders.
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DBT & Snowflake – Analytics Engineer
London
£500 - £550
+ Data Management & Governance
ContractLondon
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The Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Analytics Engineer to join a leading marketing and brand analytics team. This role focuses on managing data ingestion and transformation projects, optimising dbt models, and supporting Looker dashboards. You will work closely with marketing and brand stakeholders to ensure data processes are accurate, documented, and maintainable.
Key Responsibilities:
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Own and manage brand and media data ingestion and transformation processes.
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Review and optimise dbt models (15-20 models) for completeness, accuracy, and automation.
-
Maintain and document Snowflake assets, ingested tables, and analytics workflows.
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Support governance, process cleanup, and monthly reporting.
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Collaborate with marketing stakeholders, legal, and technical teams to ensure accurate data flow and reporting.
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Assist in delivering Looker dashboards and front-end experiences.
Technical Skills & Experience:
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Strong experience with dbt, Looker, and Snowflake (or other cloud data platforms).
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Knowledge of data ingestion and transformation processes (stakeholder-facing, not necessarily coding).
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Experience with marketing analytics and brand/media data preferred.
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Strong documentation, process governance, and problem-solving skills.
Soft Skills:
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Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to business stakeholders.
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Self-starter with excellent organisational skills.
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Detail-oriented, particularly with marketing and brand/media data.
Team & Stakeholders:
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Work within a marketing analytics engineering team, supported by project/program managers.
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Engage with brand, media, marketing, legal, and technical stakeholders.
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