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Scottish Environment Protection Agency

Data Governance Lead

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Scottish Environment Protection Agency
Scotland's environmental regulator managing pollution, floods, and sustainable growth.
Lead SEPA's data governance framework, policies, and stakeholder collaboration.
8d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Holytown, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
1,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Regulation
Planning
Hydrology
Ecology
Sector Specialisms
Water
Energy
Waste
Land
Radioactive Substances
Role
What you would be doing
data governance
risk controls
metadata management
data quality
data literacy
data stewardship
  • Chair SEPA’s data governance and management groups.
  • Ensure operational controls are in place to manage data risks.
  • Drive the delivery and continuous improvement of metadata, data quality and master data management capabilities.
  • Develop and maintain organisation-wide data policies, standards and procedures.
  • Lead data literacy and enablement initiatives.
  • Partner with stakeholders to establish clear data ownership and stewardship.
  • Define and implement SEPA’s data operating model and governance framework.
What you bring
degree
data governance
dama
collibra
metadata
risk controls
  • Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
  • Strong knowledge of data governance and management frameworks (e.g. DAMA, DCAM).
  • Proven ability to work with business data owners and stewards to embed governance and improve data literacy.
  • Hands-on experience of governance tools (e.g. Purview, Profisee, Collibra, Informatica, or similar).
  • Deep understanding of data cataloguing, metadata, master data and data quality practices.
  • Experience defining and applying data policies, standards, processes and risk controls.
Benefits
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
  • Progressive Family Friendly policies
  • Up to 35 days annual leave and 7 additional public holidays each year (pro rata)
  • Hybrid and Flexible working opportunities
  • Training & development to enable colleagues to improve their skills, competencies and knowledge to perform at their best.
  • Paid time off to support your Wellbeing and enable you to Volunteer in your community
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
  • Founded in 1996, SEPA is Scotland's key environmental regulator and strategic flood risk authority.
  • Its core responsibilities include regulating pollution, flood forecasting, and promoting sustainability.
  • SEPA monitors air, water, and soil quality and advises on environmental regulations.
  • Notable projects include advanced flood prediction systems and digital tools for environmental data sharing.
  • SEPA played a major role in tackling pollution in River Kelvin, restoring it to healthier levels since the 1960s.
  • It transitioned to energy-efficient operations, reducing desktop energy costs by 90% and promoting flexible workstyles.
  • SEPA's innovative approaches in conservation and transparency have bolstered public credibility.
Culture + Values
  • Committed to protecting Scotland's environment and fostering sustainable development.
  • Promotes collaboration with businesses, communities, and stakeholders.
  • Encourages flexibility and innovation in the workplace.
  • Values knowledge-sharing and environmental accountability.
Environment + Sustainability
  • SEPA focuses on addressing climate, pollution, and biodiversity crises.
  • Utilizes Integrated Authorisation Framework for efficient environmental regulation.
  • Achieved a 40% drop in non-compliance incidents through data-driven strategies.
  • Promotes low-carbon and resource-efficient business practices.
  • Target date for achieving net zero emissions aligns with Scotland’s climate goals.
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