The Role
12 month Fixed term Contract
Shape trusted, responsible data at the heart of a world‑leading business school. London Business School is seeking a Data Governance Manager to play a pivotal role in embedding strong, practical data governance across the School. This is a high‑impact role at the centre of our Data & AI Strategy, ensuring data is trusted, well‑managed, accessible and governed consistently to support teaching, research, operations, analytics and AI innovation.
You will be responsible for operationalising and embedding the LBS Data Governance Framework across the School. Working closely with senior business and technology stakeholders, you will ensure governance practices are practical, scalable and aligned to strategic priorities. You will support Data Owners and Data Stewards, embed governance into enterprise data platforms, analytics delivery and AI initiatives, and help ensure that governance enables rather than constrains innovation.
Main Responsibilities
- Lead the maintenance, improvement and adoption of the LBS Data Governance Framework and associated policies, standards and processes.
- Embed data governance practices consistently across data domains, programmes and initiatives.
- Support the onboarding and ongoing effectiveness of Data Owners and Data Stewards.
- Work with business and technology teams to integrate governance into enterprise data platforms, analytics delivery and AI enablement.
- Define and implement governance controls for data quality, metadata, data ownership and lifecycle management.
- Ensure governance processes are measurable, scalable and aligned with the School's strategic objectives.
- Provide guidance on data privacy, information security and responsible AI principles in collaboration with specialist teams.
- Engage with third‑party suppliers and partners to ensure governance requirements are met.
- Build strong relationships across the School to drive adoption, capability building and continuous improvement.
Who we are looking for
- Experience developing and implementing data governance frameworks, standards or operating models.
- Strong understanding of data governance concepts, including data ownership, data quality, metadata and lifecycle management.
- Proven ability to work with senior stakeholders and influence without direct authority.
- Experience supporting organisational change, adoption or capability building initiatives.
- Excellent facilitation, communication and relationship building skills.
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Understanding of data privacy, information security and responsible AI principles.
What you can expect from us
- Generous annual leave of 27 days plus extra between Christmas and New Year.
- Generous pension package, 14.5% employer contribution (in return for employee enrolment and contribution).
- Free onsite gym and swimming pool.
- Amazing range of professional development to support your career path.
- Enhanced cycle to work scheme.
- Wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental and financial health.
Work Environment
Hybrid approach with core hours 10:00‑15:00 and a flexible protected learning and wellbeing slot. Minimum two days on campus per week.
