Data Governance Specialist

Job Description Job Title: Data Governance Specialist Working Pattern: Full Time Working location: Bristol/Hybrid (minimum 3 Days/week in the office) An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Data Governance Specialist to join the digital and IT Defence team in Bristol. You will play a critical role in shaping the organisation’s data management and ensuring data quality, compliance, and effective utilisation. You will be responsible for data modelling, data governance, data quality assurance, process improvements, risk mitigation and training & awareness across the defence programmes, working closely with IT, export control, security, cyber and business teams to align data practices with compliance requirements. Why join Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture What you will be doing: Create conceptual, logical, and physical data models, define data structures, relationships, and hierarchies and ensure alignment with business requirements and industry standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish data governance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with customer data compliance requirements. Monitor data access controls and permissions. Educate employees on data governance principles and best practices Support the development and implementation of data quality assurance, identify data anomalies and work business functions to improve data quality across systems. Continuously assess and enhance compliance processes related to data governance and quality, support development and implementation of data projects and propose process improvements to streamline data-related workflows Who we’re looking for: At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. To be successful in this role you will need to: Be flexible travelling to Japan/Italy on a regular basis Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field Familiarity with data governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK). Proficiency in data profiling and data modelling tools Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Understanding of data governance principles and data quality frameworks ​ Regional Benefits: Generous Annual Leave Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes To work for the Rolls-Royce Defence business an individual has to hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national. Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive Closing date: 15/09/2026 As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided. Job Category Digital Posting Date 02 Sept 2026; 00:09 Posting End Date 15 Sept 2026