Data Governance Operations Lead

Aon Hewitt; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm is seeking a Data Governance Operations Lead to oversee their central Data Governance capability. This hybrid position will involve collaborating with senior leaders to implement policies and standards across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in data governance, strong leadership skills, and a solid understanding of regulatory frameworks like GDPR. This role also offers a comprehensive benefits package, work/life balance initiatives, and a commitment to an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Global Wellbeing Days

Flexible working styles

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading data governance in a global organization.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective data governance policies.
• Familiarity with compliance and risk management processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the evolution and implementation of the central data governance framework.
• Engage with D&A teams and establish regional data offices.
• Shape access policies and standards for data sharing.
• Collaborate with technology and privacy teams for effective data governance.

Skills

Extensive experience in data governance

Strong leadership skills

Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g. GDPR)

Experience in implementing policies and standards

Knowledge of AI trends

Collaboration with data management leads

Risk management experience

Strategic planning skills

Education

CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)

DGPO (Data Governance Professional)

PMP (Project Management Professional)

Job description

Data Governance Operations Lead

This role leads Aon’s central Data Governance capability, including access, policies and standards, ensuring business wide awareness and adherence of these. Collaborating with senior leaders across Technology, Privacy, Security and D&A, you will oversee the governance of Strategic Data Assets. As a global leader, you be a key proponent in the business value that data governance brings, as well as partnering with Solution Lines, and you will be instrumental in driving adoption of standards and policies as a member of the Data Governance Implementation Board. You will work closely with the Data Marketplace Director and the Data Quality Director and line manage the Data Governance Operation Manager.

This hybrid position will work out of our London Office

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

• Data Governance: Ongoing evolution and shaping and implementation of the central data governance framework and data operating model
• Data Governance Implementation Board: Communicating and developing buy-in to the value of data governance across the business, playing a key role in the Data Governance Implementation Board
• Engagement: Taking a lead on global engagement with D&A teams and establishing regional data offices
• Access and sharing: Shaping policies and standards and owning the access & sharing framework and operating model, aligning with risk, privacy and security
• Data Product Governance: Setting policies and standards for the governance of Strategic Data Assets
• Collaboration: Working with technology, security, privacy and D&A lead to ensure effective governance of strategic data assets and more broadly you will have experience of and an understanding of how this relates to structured and unstructured data and data retention management
• Change management: Owning Aon’s Data Governance change and engagement planning with local markets / regions

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Extensive experience in data governance
• Strong leadership skills in a comparable role in a global organisation with demonstrable experience of developing and implementing data governance policies, procedures and capability
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g. GDPR)
• Experienced at implementing policies, standards and procedures, in a global organisation
• Up-to-date knowledge of AI trends, products and tools and of expiring of applying data governance policies in this context
• Experience of partnering with data security, privacy and risk teams
• Track record of collaborating with data management leads at all levels in a global organisation
• Experience with risk management and compliance reporting
• Strategic planning and budget management experience

Valuable Certifications (or equivalents)

• CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)
• DGPO (Data Governance Professional)
• PMP (Project Management Professional)

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.>

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at [e-mail] or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

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