DATA
QUALITY
RECRUITMENT
In the fast-paced digital world, data quality is not just a necessity but a competitive edge. At Harnham, we recognize this critical need and are dedicated to connecting exceptional data quality professionals with leading organizations across the US, UK, and Europe.
We specialize in sourcing experts who bring a blend of technical skill, analytical prowess, and a deep understanding of data governance to ensure high data quality standards in various industries.
Focusing exclusively on the data quality sector, we recruit candidates who are proficient in the latest data quality tools, methodologies, and best practices. Our talent pool includes experts in data cleansing, data profiling, data governance, and master data management.
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 Quality talent.
We recognize the unique nature of each organization's data quality needs.
Our recruitment strategies are, therefore, highly customized, focusing on understanding and aligning with your specific business objectives and data accuracy requirements.
OUR
SERVICES
- Permanent and Contract Recruitment: We provide both permanent and contract recruitment solutions, ensuring flexibility to meet the evolving needs of your Data Quality projects and initiatives.
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- Executive Search: Our executive search service is designed to identify and secure leaders in the Data Quality field who can propel your business strategies and data accuracy efforts 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 Quality capabilities.
JOBS
LATEST DATA
QUALITY OPPORTUNITIES
Harnham are a specialist Data & AI recruitment business with teams that only focus on niche areas.
Product Manager
London
£400 - £550
+ Data Management & Governance
ContractLondon
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Contract Product Manager – Platform Transformation
£550/day – Outside IR35 | Remote | 3-Month Initial Contract
A large digital organisation is undergoing a major internal systems transformation and is seeking an experienced Product Manager / Product Owner to support multiple active workstreams. This role is focused on strategic alignment and delivery-not building technical components.
The Role
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Align requirements across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Collaborate with engineering teams (including remote teams) and solution architects.
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Manage a backlog of tickets, changes, and delivery priorities.
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Ensure workstreams stay aligned to the wider transformation roadmap.
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Maintain delivery mapping and support established documentation.
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Work with stakeholders across all levels, including senior leadership, in a flat and fast-moving environment.
Requirements
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Solid background as a Product Manager / Product Owner within complex digital or platform environments.
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Experience working with API-led systems and engineering teams.
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Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to work in a fluid, high-tempo environment with varied personalities.
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Confident working autonomously and providing clarity across workstreams.
Contract Details
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Day Rate: £550/day
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IR35: Outside
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Location: Remote
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Duration: 3 months initially
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Senior Data Governance Analyst
€70000 - €80000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentNederland
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Senior Data Governance Analyst
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Salary up to 80k
THE COMPANY
This international organisation are looking for a Senior Data Governance Analyst to work within their growing Data team. Since their establishment they have won multiple awards and are now looking to grow their data function. This is a really exciting opportunity to be part of a greenfield working environment and work across a variety of projects.
THE ROLE
In this you will be instrumental in developing and implementing a comprehensive data governance framework. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data policies, standards, and procedures, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned data governance professional who is passionate about shaping the data landscape of a forward-looking organization.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a robust data governance framework, including policies, standards, and procedures.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define and document data quality standards and metrics.
- Establish and enforce data governance best practices to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance.
- Lead efforts to classify and categorize data assets, and implement access controls based on sensitivity.
- Oversee data stewardship programs, ensuring accountability for data quality and ownership.
- Collaborate with IT and business units to implement and monitor data governance initiatives.
- Stay current on industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies related to data governance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Management, Data Science, or a related field.
- Proven experience in data governance, data management, or a related role.
- In-depth understanding of data governance principles, practices, and industry standards.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to data, such as GDPR, HIPAA, or other industry-specific standards.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and drive change.
- Experience in implementing data governance tools and technologies is a plus.
Benefits:
- Fantastic benefits on offer
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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 Governance Manager
Birmingham
£50000 - £55000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentBirmingham, West Midlands
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Data Governance Manager
Salary: up to £55,000
Based: Birmingham – hybrid, 3x week in office
About the Role
This established banking organisation is looking for a hands-on Data Governance Manager to join our lean and collaborative data team. This role is vital in re-establishing and embedding governance processes, engaging with project managers and business teams, and supporting our data privacy obligations.
What You’ll Do
- Drive the delivery of data governance activities across business units
- Work closely with the Head of Data Governance on documentation and reporting
- Complete and manage data privacy assessments
- Gather and validate control documents and ensure SME approvals
- Support tool deployment and integration (including Ab Initio)
What You’ll Need
- 3+ years in a data governance or data quality role
- Experience working in regulated environments (e.g. banking, insurance)
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills
- Knowledge of data privacy frameworks (e.g. GDPR, DSARs, DPIAs)
- Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment
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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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BUSINESS
INTELLIGENCE
From analysts to developers, Business Intelligence (BI) roles are indispensable, and an integral part of any data-driven team. Responsible for processing and visualising raw data over a variety of software applications, BI professionals help companies process their raw data into insightful solutions to solve complex business problems.
If you’re looking for recruitment support or jobs specialising in Cognos, Tableau, Qlikview, Looker, Domo, Birst, Microsoft Stack (SSIS, SSRS, SSAS), we have the team to help.
DATA ENGINEERING
We source the people who enable and optimise the technologies that make data possible.
From the Data Engineers who design and build data platforms, and those that manage data quality and data governance, through to Business Intelligence and Data Visualisation professionals, our Data and Technology team recruits for roles that sit behind effective analytics.
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
We source the people who enable and optimise the technologies that make data possible.
From Data Science start-ups, to global Travel and Financial corporations, we help the best Software Engineering talent find rewarding careers.
As the scale and complexity of data increases, Software Engineers have become essential players in creating information solutions. The need to build end to end systems that turn data into products has seen a sharp increase in demand for these roles.
Developers working in Python, Scala, and Java, as well as Dev Ops professionals, are now amongst some of the most sought-after talent in the industry.
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Client – Director of Customer Data Science – Apparel
The team at Harnham have been outstanding in helping our company build a market-leading data science team. Harnham’s communication is great, and the recruiter’s take a consultative approach that’s really focused on provided value for both their clients and their candidates. They provide strong candidates that help us fill our roles with high achievers who are also a great fit for our culture.
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Client – Director of People Operations
We’ve been collaborating with Harnham to recruit some key positions for our company, and they have been incredible partners. They team has been great and efficient. They understood our needs perfectly and provided us very talented candidates. We'll keep collaborating with them in the future. Thank you for your excellent job!
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Director of People Operations
Candidate – Chief Data Officer
It was a real treat to work with Harnham. My recruiter consistently went above and beyond to ensure that I navigated through the recruitment process as smooth as possible. I had been in contact with other professional at Harnham in the past and I can attest that the level of professionalism is always top-notch.
Candidate /
Chief Data Officer
Candidate – Senior Data Engineer
I've been a Senior Data Engineer for about 4-5 years and Harnham is one of the best recruitment agencies I worked with. There was a time when my offer fell through and the recruiter I was working with at Harnham jumped in to the rescue and scheduled interviews for me within a couple of days. Really good agency and some great people.
Candidate /
Senior Data Engineer
Candidate – Data Analyst
I’ve had a great experience with Harnham. The recruiter provided great advice and ensured that I understood everything, and even followed up with me after I started my new role to see how I was settling in. I would recommend Harnham as a great recruitment company for anyone looking for a role in data and analytics.
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Data Analyst
Client – Data Direction – Broadcast Media
I have worked with Harnham for over 2 years now as our main Analytics Recruiter partner and I am very pleased with the overall service and the people we have hired via Harnham. Harnham’s team is very good at understanding our recruitment needs and always come back with relevant and well scanned CVs, which saves me precious time.
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Data Direction – Broadcast Media
Candidate – Market Research Analyst
Thanks to Harnham, I am now in a role that suits me. My recruiter was able to quickly identify the skills I had to offer and match me up with his client. It was a win-win for everyone. I was given great advice throughout the process, and I also appreciated the follow-ups that I received.
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Candidate – Digital Media and Analytics
I've recently got a short-term contract role through Harnham, and things couldn't have gone better! My recruiter was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. They also provided incredible admin support so that I could focus on the actual job in hand, rather than having to spend too much time dealing with these matters.
