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Data Governance Manager
The R&A
The R&A engages in and supports activities undertaken for the benefit of the sport of golf.
Job Posted- 25 Apr 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- Scotland
Closing date- 29 Apr 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Technology team as Data Governance Manager. The successful candidate will implement and continuously improve data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to protect and de-risk and maximise the value of The R&A’s data assets, ensuring “data protection by design and default” is consistently applied. Strategically manages relationships to ensure data is treated as a team sport.
This is a full time position working 35 hours per week.
Please note, we may close applications early should we receive sufficient applications.
What We Offer
We offer a great benefits package including the following:
- Competitive Salary
- Company Pension Scheme and Sick Pay
- Life Insurance Cover
- Enhanced Maternity/Partner Pay
- 35 Days Holiday Per Year
- Free tickets to The Open and AIG Women’s Open each year (and other relevant R&A Championships)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Season Ticket Loan
- Contribution towards glasses for VDU use
- Discounts available across 800 UK retailers and local businesses
Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have the following experience and attributes:
- Proven experience in data governance, data management or a closely related role, ideally within a complex, multi‑stakeholder environment.
- Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, data management best practice and data quality techniques, with evidence of measuring and improving data quality.
- In‑depth knowledge of GDPR and related data protection laws, with demonstrable experience of mitigating data risks, conducting DPIAs and providing practical compliance advice.
- Confident communicator who can articulate complex data and privacy topics in a clear and compelling manner, adapting style for different audiences and influencing at all levels.
- Ability to translate complex data governance concepts into business value stories to secure buy-in from all stakeholders
- Experience of building and leading cross‑functional communities (such as data owners and stewards), coaching others, and encouraging creativity and challenge while maintaining high delivery and quality standards.
- Demonstrable ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, plan for short and medium‑term objectives, and remain professional and open‑minded when navigating organisational change.
- Strong understanding of organisational change approaches to drive adoption of data governance initiatives
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About The R&A
The R&A group of companies was formed in 2004 to take on The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews’ responsibilities for governing the Rules of Golf, staging The Open, golf’s original championship, and developing the sport. The R&A World Golf Museum in St Andrews is part of The R&A group.
Together The R&A and the USGA govern the sport of golf worldwide, operating in separate jurisdictions with a commitment to a single code for the Rules of Golf, Rules of Amateur Status and Equipment Standards. The R&A, through R&A Rules Ltd, governs the sport worldwide, outside of the United States and Mexico, on behalf of over 62 million golfers in 147 countries and with the consent of 166 organisations from amateur and professional golf.
The R&A has responsibility for running a series of world class amateur events and international matches in women’s and girls’ as well as men’s and boys’ golf. The R&A stages the AIG Women’s Open and works with the DP World Tour to stage the Senior Open.
The R&A is committed to investing £200 million over ten years in developing golf and supports the growth of the sport internationally, including the development and management of sustainable golf facilities. For more information, visit www.randa.org.