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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.


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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.
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Director of Architecture and Governance
San Antonio
$160000 - $190000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentSan Antonio, Texas
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Director of Data Architecture & Governance
Location: San Antonio, TX (On-site)
Salary: $160,000 – $190,000 base
The Role
We’re hiring a Director of Data Architecture & Governance to build the foundation of enterprise data across a complex, multi-system environment. This is a highly strategic, hands-on leadership role. You’ll define the data architecture, implement governance standards, and ensure trusted, compliant data flows across core business systems-spanning finance, operations, HR, and more.
This is the right role for someone who’s led data strategy at scale and is ready to take ownership of a company-wide transformation.
What You’ll Do
- Architect and maintain enterprise data systems including data lakes, warehouses, and real-time pipelines
- Define and enforce data governance policies across business-critical systems (POS, HRIS, finance, supply chain, etc.)
- Standardize metadata, master data, lineage, and stewardship practices across the organization
- Select and implement tools for data cataloging, access control, and classification
- Partner with Legal, IT, HR, and Operations to ensure responsible and compliant data usage
- Lead data quality efforts including validation, cleansing, and auditing
- Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on data infrastructure, risk, and scalability
What We’re Looking For
- 8+ years of experience in data architecture, governance, or enterprise data management
- Proven ability to design scalable, cloud-based data systems (e.g., AWS, GCP, Snowflake)
- Experience with governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA, DMBOK) and compliance requirements (e.g., CCPA, PCI)
- Familiarity with ETL tools, metadata platforms, and data security standards
- Strong leadership, documentation, and cross-functional communication skills
- A systems thinker with a passion for building clean, scalable, business-ready data environments
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Director of Architecture and Data Governance
San Antonio
$150000 - $190000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentSan Antonio, Texas
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Director of Architecture & Data Governance
Onsite in San Antonio, Texas
$150,000 – $190,000 base
An established company entering a new era of innovation is seeking a Director of Architecture & Data Governance to lead the transformation of its data infrastructure and governance from the ground up. This is a high-impact role for a hands-on data leader eager to design and implement scalable frameworks that support enterprise-wide decision-making.
If you’re passionate about building modern data ecosystems where none currently exist, influencing enterprise architecture strategy, and ensuring trusted, secure, and well-governed data across the organization-this is your opportunity to own that vision.
What You’ll Own
- Define and implement the company’s enterprise-wide data architecture and governance strategy
- Design systems that support data lakes, data warehouses, real-time platforms, and emerging analytics tools
- Establish and operationalize governance standards: metadata management, lineage, access controls, quality, and compliance
- Lead data quality initiatives and implement scalable solutions for classification, cataloging, and stewardship
- Partner with cross-functional teams (IT, Operations, Legal, HR, and Executive Leadership) to guide responsible data use and shape data-driven culture
- Advise senior leaders on data risk, compliance, and strategic infrastructure planning
- Opportunity to grow and manage a team over time
What You Bring
- 6-8+ years in data architecture, data governance, or enterprise data management roles
- Experience building and operationalizing data infrastructure and governance frameworks from scratch
- Expertise in Azure or similar cloud-based data environments
- Strong knowledge of data management frameworks and compliance standards
- Familiarity with ETL tools, data cataloging platforms, metadata systems, and security protocols
- Exceptional cross-functional communication skills. You can prove your ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders with clarity and confidence
Preferred Experience
- Exposure to operations-heavy environments with data use cases spanning labor, HR, and supply chain
- Comfort with fast-paced, evolving technical environments and an openness to redefining the tech stack as needed
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Senior Data Governance Analyst
Birmingham
£40000 - £40000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentBirmingham, West Midlands
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Senior Data Governance Analyst
Salary: up to £40,000
Based: Birmingham – 3x week in office
Are you passionate about data governance and looking to grow your career in a dynamic and regulated financial services environment? We’re seeking a Data Governance Senior Analyst to support the operational side of data governance within a financial service. You’ll play a key role in content management, data quality reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
What You’ll Do
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Support data governance managers in project scoping and content gathering
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Upload data assets into our central governance hub
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Assist with tracking and reporting data quality metrics using Ab Initio
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Produce and manage monthly KPI reports
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Liaise with stakeholders across the business to ensure accurate data delivery
What You’ll Need
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A curious and proactive mindset with the willingness to learn governance tools
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Strong admin and reporting skills (Excel, PowerPoint required; SQL a bonus)
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Understanding of data management and privacy principles
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Previous experience in financial services or a regulated industry (preferred)
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Head of Governance
Birmingham
£80000 - £80000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentBirmingham, West Midlands
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Head of Data Governance
Salary: up to £80,000
Based: Birmingham – hybrid, 3x week
About the Role
An established financial service organisation is looking for a Head of Data Governance – a strategic and driven leader to take the reins. As Head of Data Governance, you’ll work closely with our CDO and CIO to define the roadmap, close gaps, and align governance across business functions.
What You’ll Do
- Design and implement the data governance roadmap
- Lead gap analysis and risk reporting for executive and regulatory needs
- Build a high-performing team, supporting existing analysts and incoming managers
- Develop, refine, and implement policies on data privacy, ownership, lineage, and control
- Act as a senior advisor on regulatory data responsibilities across cross-functional teams
- Represent governance in quarterly risk and compliance meetings
What You’ll Need
- 6+ years in data governance, data privacy, or risk/data leadership
- Experience building or rebuilding governance functions
- Strong understanding of regulatory data obligations (e.g. GDPR, BCBS 239)
- Proven team leadership experience and ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Collaborative and flexible mindset, with hands-on capability when needed
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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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Head of Data Governance
Birmingham
£75000 - £80000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentBirmingham, West Midlands
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HEAD OF DATA GOVERNANCE
UP TO £80,000 + BENEFITS
HYBRID – West Midlands
If you’re a senior data governance leader ready to build strategy, drive change, and influence at the highest level – this is your opportunity to take ownership in a business where data is critical to success.
THE COMPANY:
This established yet fast-moving financial services company is doubling down on data. Operating in a dynamic, retail-facing environment, they’re scaling their data governance capability and looking for a senior leader to take charge of roadmap, risk, and reporting. You’ll join a lean, collaborative data team with executive backing – and the space to make a real impact, quickly.
THE ROLE:
As Head of Data Governance, you’ll lead strategy, structure, and execution across the data governance landscape. From high-level roadmap development to hands-on control testing, you’ll drive both strategic planning and day-to-day delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
- Define and deliver the data governance roadmap across the business
- Lead and develop a cross-functional data governance team
- Present risk exposure and mitigation strategies to the executive team
- Drive and own gap analysis across the organisation’s governance framework
- Support and implement control testing across governance processes
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
A successful Head of Data Governance will bring:
- Experience in data governance or enterprise data leadership
- Experience developing and implementing governance strategy and roadmaps
- Proven leadership capability, including team management and development
- Strong communication skills – comfortable engaging at C-suite level
- Experience with control testing and risk-based governance
THE BENEFITS:
You’ll receive a salary of up to £80,000 depending on experience, plus a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to lead a core business function.
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 Analyst
Birmingham
£35000 - £40000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentBirmingham, West Midlands
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DATA GOVERNANCE ANALYST
UP TO £40,000 + BENEFITS
HYBRID – West Midlands
If you’re an organised, detail-oriented analyst with a passion for both admin and data, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in a regulated, data-driven environment.
THE COMPANY:
This financial services business is in the middle of an exciting data transformation. With strong leadership and a clear strategy, they’re investing in governance, quality, and insight across all business areas. As part of a lean but growing data team, you’ll play a vital role supporting governance processes and helping the wider business understand and maintain high data standards.
THE ROLE:
As a Data Governance Analyst, you’ll provide a mix of hands-on data support and project coordination.
Key responsibilities include:
- Support in scoping and content collection for governance projects
- Upload and retrieve key materials from the internal data hub
- Generate and maintain monthly KPI reports
- Begin working with data quality tools (e.g., Abonetia)
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
A successful Data Governance Analyst will bring:
- Strong communication and coordination skills
- High attention to detail – especially with reporting and content management
- Comfortable with both administrative and analytical tasks
- Familiarity with data quality metrics and governance concepts
- Basic experience with reporting tools or platforms
THE BENEFITS:
You’ll receive a salary of up to £40,000 depending on experience, plus a competitive benefits package and support for professional development.
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
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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Senior Technical Product Manager
City of London
£85000 - £90000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentCity of London, London
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Technical Data Product Manager
Salary: up to £90,000 + discretionary 20% bonus
Location: Hybrid – 3 days/week in London
We’re working with a fast-growing, data-led company in the financial services space, currently looking for a Technical Data Product Manager to take ownership of the strategy and development of business intelligence products.
You’ll be shaping how the business builds and scales its internal analytics and reporting capability.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of BI product development – from ideation and stakeholder alignment to delivery and continuous improvement
- Own the roadmap for data products, ensuring they align with business goals and user needs
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team of Data Engineers and BI Developers (currently 5 people)
- Help define metrics and reporting standards for various business units
- Translate complex requirements into scalable BI solutions, primarily using Power BI
Essential Requirements
- Product Management experience focused on BI and internal data tools
- Technical experience with:
- Cloud platform (AWS, GCP or Azure)
- SQL (intermediate to advanced)
- Python (some experience required)
- Visualisation tools (Tableau, Looker, or Power BI)
Interview Process
- Intro Conversation – with the Co-Founder (30-45 mins)
- Live Task – screen-sharing session with a technical team member
- Final In-Person Interview – collaborative challenge with a team member + stakeholder and competency questions
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BUSINESS
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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.
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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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