Senior Assistant Data Manager / Data Manager

@ Singapore Land Authority (SLA)

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Full-time2+ years experience

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Overview

Singapore Land Authority (SLA) is hiring a Senior Assistant Data Manager / Data Manager to lead enterprise-wide data governance policies, frameworks and practices. The role covers the full data lifecycle, translating Whole-of-Government requirements into controls, and building data literacy across the organisation. The posting states the role is full-time and asks for a degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement data governance workplan and initiatives
Set policies and standards across the data lifecycle
Translate Whole-of-Government data and security requirements into controls
Coordinate data incident response and remediation
Run capability-building and data literacy programmes

Requirements summary:

Degree in data management, information systems, computer science, IT or related
At least 2 years in data governance, management, protection or security
Knowledge of data governance principles and personal data protection
Public-sector or regulated environment experience an advantage
Understanding of ICT, cloud, cybersecurity, analytics and AI relationships
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Source and dates

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Employer posting date: 2026-10-19
First seen by our source: 2026-11-14
Source record updated: 2026-11-14

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Job details

Seniority	Mid level
Department	Data & analytics
Experience	2+ years
Hours per week	40 (estimated)
Work setting	Office
Position	Mostly sitting
Physical demands	physical low · computer high
Languages	English
Education	Bachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of study	Data or Information Management, Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology

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Job description

[What the role is]

Drive the development and implementation of enterprise-wide data governance policies, frameworks and practices to ensure that data is managed securely and effectively as a strategic organisational asset.

[What you will be working on]

Develop and implement SLA’s data governance workplan and initiatives, working across business and technical teams.
Develop, implement and monitor policies, standards and processes covering the data lifecycle, including data ownership and stewardship, classification, quality, access, sharing, retention, protection and disposal.
Translate Whole-of-Government data management and security requirements into practical organisational controls and operating practices.
Work with business units, data owners, IT, cybersecurity, legal and audit teams to embed data governance requirements into ICT systems, projects and business processes.
Coordinate the management of data incidents, including response, reporting, remediation and follow-up actions to prevent recurrence.
Develop and implement capability-building, engagement and outreach programmes to strengthen data literacy, stewardship and security awareness across SLA.
Provide advice and guidance to business units and project teams on data governance, data management and responsible data use.

[What we are looking for]

Degree in Data or Information Management, Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
At least 2 years of relevant experience in data governance, data management, data protection, data security or related areas, preferably with experience driving cross-functional initiatives.
Good understanding of data governance principles and practices, including data stewardship, data quality, classification, sharing, access controls and lifecycle management.
Knowledge of public-sector data governance and security requirements, or experience working in a regulated environment, would be an advantage.
Knowledge of personal data protection requirements and responsible data use.
Understanding of how data policies and controls relate to ICT systems, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, analytics and AI initiatives.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance operational needs, data value, security and compliance considerations.
Strong stakeholder-management and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex requirements clearly and influence stakeholders at different levels.
Resourceful, self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.