At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead information governance in a major Modern Work transformation at a leading university.
- Company: Join a prestigious university driving innovation in the modern workplace.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hybrid work, and a chance to shape future governance practices.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and to mentor internal teams.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on information governance while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in Information Governance and Microsoft Purview is essential.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Information Governance Lead to join a major Modern Work transformation programme within a leading university. This is a hands-on role for a specialist who can provide strategic guidance while also supporting the practical implementation of information governance controls across Microsoft 365.
Working closely with programme stakeholders, internal corporate governance teams, and external Microsoft delivery partners, you will ensure that information governance, records management, retention, and compliance requirements are successfully embedded within the university's Microsoft modern workplace environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the information governance workstream within a large-scale Modern Work programme.
- Provide subject matter expertise on Microsoft Purview from an Information Governance and Records Management perspective.
- Review, refine, and enhance existing information governance policies, standards, and processes.
- Define and implement retention schedules, records management controls, metadata frameworks, and information lifecycle management requirements.
- Work closely with Microsoft implementation partners to ensure governance requirements are correctly configured and deployed.
- Support the design and implementation of Microsoft Purview governance capabilities, including retention, classification, and records management controls.
- Assess current configurations and recommend improvements to align with best practice and regulatory requirements.
- Engage with business and academic stakeholders to ensure governance requirements are understood and adopted.
- Develop knowledge transfer plans and provide coaching and cross-training to the university's Corporate Governance team to ensure long-term capability and ownership.
Essential Experience
- Significant experience in Information Governance, Records Management, or Information Management leadership roles.
- Proven experience supporting or leading Microsoft Purview implementations, particularly from an information governance and compliance perspective.
- Strong understanding of:
- Records Management
- Retention and disposition policies
- Metadata standards and taxonomy design
- Information lifecycle management
- Data governance and compliance requirements
- Experience translating governance requirements into practical policies, processes, and technical configurations.
- Ability to work effectively with both technical delivery teams and business stakeholders.
- Experience providing knowledge transfer, mentoring, or capability building within internal teams.
Desirable Experience
- Experience working within Higher Education, Public Sector, or similarly regulated environments.
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 compliance and governance capabilities beyond Purview.
- Understanding of regulatory frameworks relating to information governance, data protection, and records management.
- Experience supporting organisational change and user adoption initiatives.
About You
You are a pragmatic Information Governance professional who is equally comfortable operating at strategic and operational levels. You enjoy rolling up your sleeves, solving complex governance challenges, and ensuring that processes, technology, and people align to deliver lasting outcomes.
Most importantly, you will bring the expertise and credibility needed to guide the organisation through a critical phase of its Microsoft modern workplace transformation while developing internal capability for the future.
Information Governance employer: Real
Join a leading university as an Information Governance Lead and be part of a transformative Modern Work programme that prioritises innovation and collaboration. With a hybrid working model in South England, you will benefit from a supportive work culture that values professional development and offers opportunities for knowledge transfer and mentoring. This role not only allows you to make a significant impact on information governance practices but also fosters a sense of community within the academic environment, making it an excellent place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
