Data Governance Specialist

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QBE Europe is currently recruiting a data governance specialist to join a well-established Data & Analytics team in our London Office. In this position you will be responsible for developing and providing high quality Data Governance capabilities across QBE European Operations . Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role. QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion. About QBE At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch. We're an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries - which means we're big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It's an exciting time. We're building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner. What if you could have a positive impact - at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you'll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. Your new role Support the Data Governance Manager to define and deliver the EO data governance strategy, roadmap and operating model, ensuring risks are anticipated and mitigated. Develop, o wn and run core governance processes (policy embedment, accountability model, glossary/CDEs, lineage, waivers/UDA governance), producing clear MI and metrics for governance forums. Maintain quality documentation of end - to - end governance processes and ensure regulatory alignment (e.g., Solvency II). Translate business needs into actionable governance requirements; specify and implement process and platform changes; embed outcomes into BAU. Act as the Collibra Subject Matter Expert for EO, owning the platform roadmap and shaping how Collibra evolves to meet changing business and regulatory needs. Own and continuously develop the EO Asset Model within Collibra, ensuring it remains aligned to business priorities. Design, evolve and govern Collibra operating models, workflows and standards, working closely with Product, Technology and the wider Data community. Build strong relationships across business and technology, through effective verbal and written communication , tailor ing messaging to business and technology audiences . C oach Data Owners and Stewards and support project teams with practical guidance and SME input. Develop and deliver awareness, training and communications to lift data literacy and d ata g overnance adoption across EO. Monitor industry best practice (e.g., DMBOK) , internal policy, and regulatory requirements, championing a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Support Data Governance team members . About you Strong experience operating in complex, regulated environments, ideally with insurance or Lloyd's market exposure. Solid understanding of Data Governance best practices and industry frameworks such as DAMA and DCAM. Proven ability to autonomously lead key activities such as identifying Critical Data Elements in complex data environments. Practical experience designing and enhancing governance services (policy adoption, Data Catalogue/CDE frameworks, ownership & stewardship, lineage). Strong hands-on experience with Collibra or equivalent Data Governance tool , including asset modelling, operating model design, workflow design and configuration, and adoption. Experience owning or shaping a data catalogue or governance tool roadmap, balancing strategic direction with pragmatic delivery. Ability to prioritise work effectively and deliver to deadlines in a fast - paced environment. Experience leading or supporting team members and contributing to a collaborative, high performing culture. Excellent communication, facilitation and presentation skills, able to engage both technical and business stakeholders. Capable of producing clear, concise MI and metrics, and confident presenting into governance forums. Experience in D atabricks environments desirable.

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Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee Data Governance Specialist Location: London Type: Permanent, full time Hybrid role, 2 days per week in office

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