Data & AI Governance Manager – Greenfield
London – Hybrid – 3 days
c.£72k + bonus
TRIA are supporting a global F&B client who are strengthening its Data and Analytics capability who are seeking a Data & AI Governance Manager to play a critical role in shaping how data and AI is governed across the business. This is a greenfield opportunity, where the successful candidate will help design and embed a robust yet flexible Data & AI Governance framework as the business continues its enterprise data platform migration and introduces AI into its data and analytics strategy.
This role will operate across the business on a global scale, partnering with business leaders, data teams, legal, risk, and technology functions.
A key focus will be ensuring governance is built in by design – covering data, embedded AI, ethics, controls, and responsible use.
What You’ll Be Responsible For:
- Supporting the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Data & AI Governance framework, including supporting policies, processes, and controls.
- Defining and embedding governance practices that support data quality, data ownership, stewardship, and responsible AI use.
- Advising the business on applying Data & AI governance policies and monitoring adoption across the organisation.
- Ensuring governance aligns with the business’ enterprise data platform and evolving AI capabilities.
- Building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, business owners, data stewards, legal, and risk teams to drive engagement and adoption.
- Overseeing governance standards in vendor‑led initiatives and ensuring delivery aligns with organisation quality and best‑practice expectations.
- Acting as a role model within an Agile delivery environment, contributing to capability building, mentoring, and knowledge sharing.
- Staying current with emerging technologies, AI ethics, and governance best practice.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience as a Data & AI Governance Manager, Lead, or SME in a complex organisation.
- Demonstrated delivery of Data & AI governance frameworks and data ownership initiatives.
- Experience working with risk, controls, or internal audit teams to identify and mitigate Data & AI‑related risks.
- Strong understanding of Data & AI governance concepts, policies, and best practice.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence globally.
If you feel your experience aligns with the above, please apply with an up-to-date CV to be considered.
