Associate Data Governance Manager - Office for National Statistics - HEO

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Full-time (Permanent)

£34,587 - £39,106

Published on

30 April 2026

Deadline

14 May 2026

Locations: Newport or Titchfield

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is recruiting Associate Data Governance Managers to sit at the heart of how the UK’s most important data is collected, managed and safely used.

This is a chance to work across the full data life cycle, helping ensure that the data behind national statistics, research and policy decisions is trusted, ethical and fit for purpose.

ONS data underpins decisions about:

The economy
Population and migration
Employment, earnings and inflation
Public services and social change

In this role, you’ll help ensure ONS data is:

Findable, understandable and usable
Managed responsibly and legally
Treated as a valuable national asset

What you’ll be doing

As an Associate Data Governance Manager, you’ll work across different parts of ONS, depending on business need. Your work may include:

Supporting the Data Governance Office, helping embed data governance strategy, policies and standards across ONS
Working with data owners, analysts and communities of practice to ensure governance is understood and applied
Supporting the Data Acquisition function, helping negotiate and enable access to sustainable data sources
Helping put in place governance frameworks for safe data sharing and usage
Supporting documentation such as memorandums of understanding, business cases and policy guidance
Advising on data protection, ethics, security and legal considerations (including GDPR)
Translating between technical and non‑technical audiences, ensuring shared understanding
Supporting reporting, assurance and performance tracking related to governance effectiveness

You’ll be involved throughout the end‑to‑end data life cycle, from acquisition through to use in statistics and research.

Who this role is ideal for

This role would suit someone who:

Has experience working with data governance, data management or data delivery
Enjoys working with stakeholders and understanding user needs
Can explain data concepts clearly to non‑technical audiences
Has an interest in how data informs statistics, research and public decision‑making
Is developing their expertise in areas like metadata, data quality, standards and governance frameworks
Cares about data being used ethically, legally and effectively

Interested?

This is a snapshot of the role.

For full details, essential criteria and how to apply, click through to Civil Service Jobs.

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