Data Quality Manager at Southern Water in Worthing, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

data governance

ms purview

kpi development

stakeholder engagement

data advocacy

committee lead

Lead the development and operation of the Data Quality Committee, engaging Data Owners, Stewards, and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.
Collaborate across Data Governance, Architecture, BI, and Analytics teams to ensure alignment and quality in data product delivery.
Monitor and report on data quality performance using enterprise tooling (MS Purview), identifying issues and coordinating resolution.
Promote a culture of data quality and fluency, helping the organisation understand and value high-quality data.
Influence and inspire stakeholders at all levels, both technical and non-technical, to embed data quality into every initiative.
Develop KPIs and metrics that provide visibility and actionable insights to Data Owners.

Requirements

ms purview

agile

data quality

data governance

gdpr

stakeholder management

Experience developing and maintaining Data Dictionaries, Catalogues, and Business Glossaries.
We're moving from data-aware to data-driven, where every insight drives action and every pattern reveals opportunity.
Passion for data literacy and enabling others to succeed through data.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
Proven experience in Data Quality Management and enterprise tooling (MS Purview).
Ability to identify data issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively.
Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, metadata management, and master data principles.
Experience managing large-scale data quality initiatives.
We're evolving from basic automation to cognitive operations, where systems learn, adapt, and make decisions autonomously.
Knowledge of GDPR and data privacy standards, with a risk-aware mindset.

Benefits

An employee assistance program.
Two paid volunteering days a year.
Discounts with over 800 popular retailers.
Pension contributions up to 11% (depending on your contribution).
Free annual flu jab and eye test vouchers.
Company and performance-related bonus.
A network of sports and social clubs.
25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays.
Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service).
Digital GP service.
Cycle to work scheme.
Competitive maternity & paternity leave and flexible return to work options.
Occupational health service.
Study support may be available for job-related qualifications.
Health Cash Plan.
Life assurance equal to 4x salary.

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

2.25 million

Customers Served

Serving 2.25 million customers since privatisation in 1989.

0.5 GL

Drinking Water Pumped

Pumps over 0.5 GL of drinking water daily.

£72m loss

Operating Loss

Experienced a £72 million operating loss in March 2024 due to rising costs.

Constructs reservoirs, pipelines, sewage treatment upgrades, and implements contingency measures like importing water during droughts.
Specializes in large-scale water infrastructure, operational delivery, and environmental engineering across the South East.
Notably fined for misreporting sewage spills; offers guided tours of Victorian sewers and public access to historic reservoirs.

Culture + Values

“Working differently” – using new technology and nature‑based solutions
“Collaborating with community partners”
“Showing leadership on key environmental issues”
“Engaging with customers, stakeholders and partners to maximise opportunities”

Environment + Sustainability

24% by 2025

Renewable Energy Target

Target to generate 24% of own renewable energy by 2025.

75% by 2035

Storm Overflow Compliance

Aiming to achieve 75% compliance by 2035 to reduce storm overflow spills.

£7.8B Capital Plan

Environmental Investments

£7.8 billion capital plan from 2025-2030 focusing on new technology and nature-based solutions.

Three‑Star EPA

Environment Agency Rating

Aiming for a three-star Environment Agency rating by 2025 following a two-star rating in 2022.

On track to generate own renewable energy and buying accredited renewable energy since 2021.
Fleet electrification targets: cars/vans by 2035, HGVs via low-carbon fuels by 2040.
Investing £1.5 billion in Clean Rivers & Seas to reduce storm overflow spills and achieve full compliance by 2050.

Inclusion & Diversity

No publicly available strategic DEI goals or gender‑related statistics found

Articles

Careers at Southern Water

Sustainability at Southern Water

Customer Service Information

Role

Description

data governance

ms purview

kpi development

stakeholder engagement

data advocacy

committee lead

Lead the development and operation of the Data Quality Committee, engaging Data Owners, Stewards, and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.
Collaborate across Data Governance, Architecture, BI, and Analytics teams to ensure alignment and quality in data product delivery.
Monitor and report on data quality performance using enterprise tooling (MS Purview), identifying issues and coordinating resolution.
Promote a culture of data quality and fluency, helping the organisation understand and value high-quality data.
Influence and inspire stakeholders at all levels, both technical and non-technical, to embed data quality into every initiative.
Develop KPIs and metrics that provide visibility and actionable insights to Data Owners.

Requirements

ms purview

agile

data quality

data governance

gdpr

stakeholder management

Experience developing and maintaining Data Dictionaries, Catalogues, and Business Glossaries.
We're moving from data-aware to data-driven, where every insight drives action and every pattern reveals opportunity.
Passion for data literacy and enabling others to succeed through data.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
Proven experience in Data Quality Management and enterprise tooling (MS Purview).
Ability to identify data issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively.
Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, metadata management, and master data principles.
Experience managing large-scale data quality initiatives.
We're evolving from basic automation to cognitive operations, where systems learn, adapt, and make decisions autonomously.
Knowledge of GDPR and data privacy standards, with a risk-aware mindset.

Benefits

An employee assistance program.
Two paid volunteering days a year.
Discounts with over 800 popular retailers.
Pension contributions up to 11% (depending on your contribution).
Free annual flu jab and eye test vouchers.
Company and performance-related bonus.
A network of sports and social clubs.
25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays.
Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service).
Digital GP service.
Cycle to work scheme.
Competitive maternity & paternity leave and flexible return to work options.
Occupational health service.
Study support may be available for job-related qualifications.
Health Cash Plan.
Life assurance equal to 4x salary.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found