Data & AI Governance Coach in Chester

You have implemented GDPR frameworks, built governance policies that people actually follow, and helped organisations navigate the messy reality of data risk and compliance. You know the difference between box-ticking and governance that genuinely protects an organisation.

Now you want to do something different with your skills — coaching working professionals to build real capability in data governance, AI governance, and ethical decision-making. You bring the governance expertise. If you haven't coached before, we’ll train you.

About iO-Sphere: Traditional training is broken. People finish courses with theory but no real capability — the experience gap. We solve that. At iO-Sphere, learners don’t sit through lectures. They come to work in PRISM, our fully simulated company with 500m+ rows of real data, where they tackle realistic business problems and build practical skills they can use immediately. Combined with high-touch coaching from people who’ve actually done the work, we deliver real capability development — not just content consumption.

We also know that technical skills alone don’t make someone great at their job. That’s why our programmes develop the full skill set: critical thinking, problem-solving, business acumen, communication, and professional skills. We’re training people to be effective in the workplace, not just pass a test. We’re one of the UK’s fastest-growing Data & AI training companies, and we’re building something genuinely different.

The Team & Culture: Our coaching team is exceptional — former data scientists, analytics directors, engineers, governance specialists, and AI practitioners who decided to do something different with their expertise. You’d be joining a high-performing, tight-knit group that takes ownership, holds itself to a high bar, and has a lot of fun doing it. We value people who take responsibility, move fast, and care deeply about learner outcomes. If you thrive with autonomy and want your ideas to actually get implemented, you’ll fit right in.

The Impact: We’re rated 4.9 stars on Google — and that’s because of our coaches. You’ll watch people transform from uncertain to confident, from seeing governance as a blocker to becoming the trusted voice on risk and ethics in their organisation. The feels never get old. That’s what makes it all worth it. We’re also at an inflection point. 700+ learners trained, real momentum, and 2026 is when we scale — new programmes, new products, bigger team. If you want to join something early and grow with it, this is the time.

What You’ll Do: Coach working professionals through our Data & AI Strategy programme. You’ll focus on the governance, ethics, and compliance modules — helping ambitious data professionals step into leadership by mastering data governance, AI governance, GDPR, and organisational risk. These aren’t people learning governance for the first time; they’re building the strategic capability to lead it.

• Delivering engaging, scenario-led sessions that bring governance concepts to life
• Guiding learners through PRISM-based governance challenges — DPIAs, retention policies, risk assessments
• Providing clear, constructive feedback on governance artefacts and how they communicate their thinking
• Coaching on critical thinking about risk, ethics, privacy, and organisational trade-offs
• Running 1:1 coaching conversations that build confidence and momentum
• Tracking learner progress and intervening early when someone’s struggling
• Maintaining accurate records and evidence (we’re regulated, so organisation matters)
• Collaborating with the wider coaching and quality teams

Shape the programme as you deliver it. These programmes are new and evolving. You’ll have real input into quality and execution — if you see a better way to teach something, we want to hear it and we’ll actually implement it. Work across different programme types. Beyond skills-levy programmes, you’ll also coach on our applied diplomas and commercial training — different learner types, fresh challenges, and variety you won’t get elsewhere. Get involved as we grow. We’re launching new products throughout 2026, and there’s real opportunity to contribute beyond your core coaching role.

Why This Isn’t Like Other Coaching Jobs: Tech-first = less admin, more coaching. Our systems handle the paperwork so you spend time with learners, not drowning in compliance busywork. High-quality product. You’re delivering something well-designed that actually works — not apologising for broken curriculum. Room to build. Programmes are fresh. You’re not just following a script; you’re helping make it better.

Must have:

• Practical experience in data governance, AI governance, compliance, privacy, or risk
• Hands-on exposure to GDPR, governance frameworks, data ethics, and organisational controls
• Experience with governance artefacts — DPIAs, RoPAs, retention schedules, policies
• Ability to make complex regulation simple, relevant, and engaging
• You genuinely enjoy working with people and get energy from helping others succeed

Right mindset:

• Takes ownership and follows through
• Eye for improvement — you notice what could be better
• Organised and reliable (we’re regulated training, so this matters)
• Comfortable in a fast-moving environment

No teaching qualifications required. If you haven’t coached before, we’ll train you and support you in gaining formal qualifications as part of your development.

Salary: £40,000–£60,000 + bonus, depending on experience

Location: London preferred (hybrid, with time in our London office). Open to candidates across the UK for the right person.

Hours: Full-time or part-time — we’re genuinely flexible and welcome both.

Eligibility: Unrestricted right to work in the UK required. We cannot offer visa sponsorship.

At iO-Sphere, we value diversity and believe the best outcomes come from varied backgrounds. If you share our passion, we encourage you to apply.