About the job

The Principal Data Governance Lead at Jisc will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing a comprehensive data governance framework to enhance data management, data quality, and metadata standards across the Licensing domain. In this hybrid, full-time position, you will design, test, and deliver technical and service-based solutions that improve data stewardship, streamline data flows, and ensure compliance with governance policies while collaborating closely with Jisc’s central data governance team as part of a federated governance model. You will oversee the ownership and stewardship of key data assets, including metadata, glossary terms, data products, and data quality remediation efforts, while leading a dedicated team supporting internal stakeholders and external customers across the education and research sector. The role involves driving strategic planning for data management services, embedding data governance into existing frameworks, championing data literacy, and building strong stakeholder relationships to improve the availability, usability, and impact of data across Jisc. You will also ensure alignment with corporate responsibility standards, contribute to innovation and continuous improvement, and support Jisc’s mission to advance digital transformation in UK education and research. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in data governance, metadata management, data quality assessment, agile team leadership, stakeholder communication, and designing solutions that respond to evolving business needs.