Average Governance Manager salary in West Midlands (Region)

Product Governance PartnerRemote UKPart of LSL Property Services plc’ Financial Services division, PRIMIS Mortgage Network are the largest Mortgage and Protection Network in the UK with circa 1000 Mortgage & Insurance firms as business partners and approaching 3000 advisors working alongside us.Other businesses within the FS division include TMA, Novium and Linear Financial Solutions.We are keen to recruit a Product Governance Partner to join our first-class Risk and Compliance function here at PRIMIS / LSL’s Financial Services division.Role PurposeThe purpose of the Product Governance team within the Compliance Operations Function of Primis Mortgage Network is to ensure the products offered by providers on our panel, support our members in delivering, good outcomes which offer fair value for customers. This is a dynamic and varied role in which the role holder will be required to work with both internal and external stakeholders to assist the Head of Product Governance in meeting our regulatory requirements through the effective deployment of the Product Governance Framework. The role holder will act as the key point of contact for internal colleagues, appointed representatives and providers, for products within their span of control. Main Accountabilities -Business partner to key stakeholders within with other areas of LSL Financial Services Division, our external provider partners, and our appointed representatives. Acting as SME for the products we distribute within in your span/ as requested by the Head of Product Governance.These relationships whilst not exhaustive will span our strategic relationship team, Experts Desk, Advice Support and supervision team, and national accounts or equivalent governance functions within our provider partners.Under the guidance of the Head of Product Governance, you will be responsible for effective deployment of the product governance framework across your allocated span of providers. Whilst not limited in scope, a key element of the framework is testing of the products and services we distribute to ensure they meet our target market and provide fair value to customers. To this degree the role holder will be analytical as well as curious, with an ability to think outside the box using skills such as horizon scanning of other sources such as rhetoric from the FCA, FOS, industry press The role holder will be required to be product agnostic being able to adapt and apply the frameworks against differing internal and regulatory requirements relevant to the product set in their spansTo fulfil the responsibilities effectively, you will have a working knowledge of multiple FCA sourcebooks i.e. MCOB, ICOB, PROD, PRINAbility to confidently communicate complex technical and regulatory matters both with internal and external stakeholders. This may involve deputising for the HOPG at relevant committees in their absenceAs part of the role, there will be an ad hoc requirement to provide oversight to the strategic relationship team with respect of provider onboarding to ensure robust due diligence has taken place prior to appointment of a new provider/ product set to the panelWorking with appointed representatives to execute any exceptions processes such as off panel requests or fee/commission tolerance exceptionsTo support project work/ work of a similar nature or complexity as required by the Head of Product GovernanceKnowledge and Expertise required –Working in a regulated environment where the requirement of strong record keeping is of paramount importance. Working knowledge of FCA source books including MCOB, PROD and PRINSuccess in a similar role (data collation, project co-ordination/support, document control, oversight) Ability to maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholdersDesirable Requirements -Previous product governance/ product experience gained in distribution or product manufacturingExperience in writing/ maintaining frameworks and policiesExperience of working as part of a project team in an operational capacityEssential requirements -CeMAP or equivalent qualifiedSalary – circa £35,000 DOE negotiableApplications in confidence with a CV and covering note to James McNee of the PRIMIS / LSL's internal recruitment functionInternal LSL group applicants must discuss your intentions to apply with your immediate line manager prior to your application being submitted.We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all abilities and backgrounds, and we do not discriminate based on disability or individual needs. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.LSL Property Services are dedicated to protecting your data – our Recruitment Privacy Notice can be viewed on the LSL Careers website

Data Governance Analyst Location: Coventry - 2/3 days on site Contract Length: 6 months Initially IR35: Inside IR35 Day Rate: £300-450pd Start Date: February Overview The Data Governance Analyst will support the delivery and embedding of data governance initiatives across the organisation, working closely with the Data Governance Delivery Lead, data owners, data stewards, IT, and business stakeholders. The focus of the role is on implementing governance policies, supporting compliance assessments, maintaining governance tooling, and improving overall data maturity. This is a fast-paced role involving multiple parallel workstreams rather than a single programme. Key Responsibilities Support the rollout and embedding of data governance policies and frameworksAssist in planning and coordinating data governance workstreamsCarry out compliance assessments for new systems, features, and digital initiativesSupport development and ongoing enhancement of the data governance toolkit, including data ownership, metadata capture, definitions, and lineageMaintain and enhance the central Data Hub, ensuring governance documentation and standards remain up to dateSupport configuration, administration, and user onboarding of the data governance toolingAssist with drafting and implementing data classification policiesWork directly with business and technical stakeholders to gather information, follow up on actions, and communicate governance changes Required Skills & Experience Experience in data governance, data management, data quality, or business analysisUnderstanding of core data governance concepts (data ownership, metadata, data standards, data quality)Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks and workstreams in a fast-paced environmentAwareness of GDPR and data risk management principlesExperience with data governance or cataloguing tools such as Precisely, Collibra, or InformaticaExposure to data classification, compliance assessments, or data risk frameworksExperience working in regulated or data-led environments

Portfolio PMO / Governance Lead - Infrastructure Programme Location: Sheffield / Warwick (2-3 days per week on-site) | Hybrid Contract: Initial 6 months Sector: Energy / Utilities / Infrastructure Day Rate: Circa* £550 via Umbrella About We are supporting a major UK infrastructure organisation delivering a large, multi-workstream construction programme. The Portfolio PMO / Governance Lead will sit across Construction Strategy and Construction Performance, providing portfolio-level coordination, governance and reporting for senior leadership. You would act as a central point for tracking progress, managing interdependencies, and ensuring senior stakeholders have clear, consistent insight across the portfolio. Key responsibilities: Own portfolio-level governance, reporting and cadence for SLTCoordinate activities, milestones and dependencies across multiple workstreamsTrack delivery performance, risks, issues and actions across the portfolioSupport prioritisation, planning and decision-making at senior levelEnsure consistency in reporting, controls and governance standards What we're looking for: Strong experience in PMO, portfolio management or governance rolesComfortable operating at senior stakeholder / SLT levelExcellent coordination, reporting and organisational skillsExperience managing multiple initiatives in complex environmentsBackground in infrastructure, engineering or construction programmes is helpful but not essential. Is this of interest? If so, apply now with an up-to-date CV for consideration! Note - if you do not hear back within 48 hours of applying, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, however, we will have your CV and contact details on files should something more suitable arise. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.