Job Description

Data Steward Manager
Location: Liverpool (hybrid – minimum three days in office)
Contract type: 6-months
PCD300216

The opportunity
We are working with a leading international law firm to recruit a Data Steward Manager for their Liverpool office on a six-month contract basis.
The organisation is an excellent opportunity for an experienced data professional with a strong background in data quality and team leadership. The successful candidate will oversee a team of Data Stewards, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of client and matter data that underpins key areas of the firm, including Risk, Finance, and Business Development.
If you are process-driven, detail-focused, and confident working with stakeholders across all levels of a business, this role offers the chance to make a real impact.

Key responsibilities
• Supervising a team of Data Stewards and ensuring service levels are met
• Managing the scheduling, prioritisation, and distribution of tasks
• Maintaining and cleansing client and matter data in line with regulatory standards
• Conducting audits to identify incomplete or inconsistent data and rectifying issues
• Verifying that new data entries meet minimum quality standards
• Liaising with stakeholders to resolve data-related concerns
• Reviewing internal processes and driving improvements where needed
• Handling change requests where no risk review is required
• Performing regular data housekeeping across key systems
• Supporting the Head of Risk with team training, development, and performance reviews
• Helping to establish and promote best practice across the team

Why apply?
The organisation is a great opportunity to join a highly respected, forward-thinking firm that values quality, integrity, and innovation. The firm supports agile working and is open to discussing flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
Interested?

Candidate profile

Essential skills and experience:
• Previous experience in a Data Steward or similar data management role
• Strong IT and administrative skills
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to analyse and summarise data
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication
• Ability to manage workload effectively and delegate as appropriate
• Experience working with a range of stakeholders, including senior management

Desirable:
• Prior experience supervising or training team members
• Experience within a legal or professional services environment
• Familiarity with compliance and practice management systems

Personal attributes:
• Proactive, reliable, and results-driven
• Strong team ethic with a collaborative approach
• Professional and client-focused
• Adaptable to new processes, systems, and technologies
• Committed to high standards and continuous improvement