Data Governance Associate Director

Zenithmedia; City of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global media agency in the City of London is seeking a Data Governance Manager to enhance data governance in digital marketing. You will lead efforts to create and implement frameworks using automated tools and ensure data quality. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in data governance and experience working with digital media technologies. This role includes great benefits such as flexible working opportunities and additional paid leave for personal care.

Benefits

Flexible working

Reflection days

Family friendly policies

Wellbeing support

Local discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in data governance across media or first-party data.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop a robust data governance framework.
• Audit data sources for quality and compliance.
• Lead collaborative sessions to translate complex requirements.

Skills

Data governance leadership

Critical thinking

Project management

Excel proficiency

Digital media tech understanding

Communication skills

Collaboration

Tools

Jira

Smartsheets

Job description

Company Description

We are the ROI agency, proudly serving clients since 2005. With more than 6,000 specialists across 95 markets, we offer unparalleled capabilities in Media, Data, Technology, Commerce and Content. We put effectiveness at the heart of our work to solve complex challenges, drive successful business outcomes, and grow our clients' businesses.

Over the years, we have evolved our definition of ROI to reflect the ever‑complicated communications landscape. ROI is no longer simply about the most efficient planning, buying and reporting of media; it's also about going beyond to deliver Return on Investment, Return on Imagination, and integrated experiences that inspire growth for our clients, our people, and our culture.

Powered by best‑in‑class proprietary tools and data, our work spans the full spectrum of media communications—from analytics, data and technology to performance marketing, content and superior trading. This breadth allows us to deliver insight at the intersection of consumer, category, and brand, attributing every budget to stronger business outcomes.

We also deliver creative media solutions that combine best‑in‑class strategy, planning, and the power of Publicis Groupe to ensure distinct and personalized brand experiences for our clients. By adopting new data analytics and value optimisation techniques, we build relationships with exciting start‑ups and leverage over 30 years of media planning expertise to provide forward‑thinking, accountable ROI.

At Zenith, we seek more meaningful ROI, inspiring growth for leading brands such as Coty, Electrolux, Essity, Lactalis, Luxottica, Nestlé, Nomad Foods, Reckitt, TikTok and Verizon.

Overview

Ready to shape how a leading global technology brand uses data to power intelligent, AI‑led marketing? We’re looking for a Data Governance Manager to join a world‑class team and help redefine what “best‑in‑class” data governance looks like in modern digital marketing.

This is a rare opportunity to sit at the intersection of campaign data, AI innovation, and marketing performance. You’ll lead the way in evolving governance frameworks using cutting‑edge tools. If you’re excited by automation, curious about AI, and passionate about turning complex data into trusted business value—you’ll thrive here.

Responsibilities

• Build, document, and evolve a robust data governance framework that improves data consistency, integrity, and usability across markets and channels.
• Create and maintain clear data mapping and business rules that align to KPI and measurement requirements across multiple sources.
• Audit data sources, calculations, and processes to identify quality issues and drive effective root‑cause analysis and resolution.
• Implement ongoing data quality monitoring, ensuring compliance with global and regional taxonomy, naming conventions, and standards.
• Lead collaborative working sessions across business and technology stakeholders, turning complex requirements into practical solutions.
• Manage stakeholders confidently, translating ambiguous ideas into actionable plans and clearly communicating risks and mitigations.
• Drive consistent taxonomy and naming conventions across the full data lifecycle, improving structure and adoption across platforms.
• Partner with internal teams and clients to strengthen and modernise measurement frameworks and ensure accurate, reliable metric capture.
• Support dashboard and activation teams with clear standards, requirements, and rules to improve usability, satisfaction, and adoption.
• Use automation and AI tools where valuable to streamline governance workflows, improve efficiency, and enhance data quality.
• Act as the regional escalation point for data governance needs, providing hands‑on support and rapid resolution when priorities shift or issues arise.

Qualifications

We’d love to meet someone who’s equally comfortable with detail and big‑picture thinking, and who enjoys building smarter ways of working.

You’ll Likely Have

• Proven experience as a data governance leader across media and/or first‑party data environments.
• Strong critical thinking and a practical, solutions‑first mindset.
• Confidence juggling priorities, leading multiple workstreams, and staying organized under pressure.
• Excellent process and project management skills, including training/knowledge‑transfer experience.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, macros).
• Experience with project tools such as Jira, Smartsheets, or structured project plans.
• Familiarity with data visualization, automation, and workflow tooling.
• Understanding of digital media tech (DSPs, ad servers, martech measurement setups).
• A meticulous, independent working style — you spot issues before others do.
• Strong relationship‑building skills and a collaborative, client‑centric approach.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication — clear, confident, and professional.
• Sound judgment, comfort making decisions, and the ability to elevate wisely when needed.

Additional Information

Zenith International has fantastic benefits on offer to all employees. In addition to the classics—Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Plans— we also offer:

• WORK YOUR WORLD opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis office, for up to 6 weeks a year.
• REFLECTION DAYS – Two additional days of paid leave to step away from your usual day‑to‑day work and focus on your well‑being and self‑care.
• HELP@HAND benefits: 24/7 helpline to support you on a personal and professional level. Access to remote GPs, mental health support and CBT. Wellbeing content and lifestyle coaching.
• FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES: 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave.
• FLEXIBLE WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP & BIRTHDAY DAY OFF: Additional day off for your birthday, from your first day of employment.
• GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTS: membership discounts with Soho Friends, local restaurants and retailers in Westfield White City and Television Centre.

We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process.

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