ANGEL ABISOLA
Data Governance Manager
Chatham
Summary
INFORMATICA-certified Data Governance professional with a proven track record in delivering data governance strategies, aligning with GDPR regulations, and improving data quality in complex organizations. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, digital transformation, and project delivery with strong leadership capabilities. Adapt at aligning data initiatives with business goals to drive efficiency, compliance, and informed decision-making.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Data Governance Manager
Virgin Media
Chatham, Kent
09.2021 - Current
- Lead a team of 50+ data management professionals to ensure high data quality and effective governance processes
- Designed and executed data quality strategies aligned with organizational objectives
- Implemented robust data controls, tools, and operational plans to support business needs
Data Governance Consultant
Tarvos Technologies
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented company-wide data governance policies and frameworks
- Delivered a strategic data governance plan that improved operational efficiency by 100%
- Managed a metadata-driven data catalogue and established a Data Governance Council
- Introduced best practices for data ownership and taxonomy standardisation
Programme Manager / Delivery Lead
Tarvos Technologies Ltd
06.2019 - 03.2021
- Managed multiple concurrent projects through a team of project managers
- Oversaw programme governance frameworks, reporting progress to key stakeholders
- Led successful implementation of tech solutions addressing all organisational challenges
- Achieved over £500,000 in cost savings through strategic budgeting and procurement
- Assigned Data Owner for the company’s Data Drive to enhance the business objectives
- Supervised a team of project managers to deliver on multiple projects within the timescale and the agreed Programme scope
- Spearheaded and managed the programme governance framework, while reporting the progress of the programme at regular intervals
- Oversaw strategy and the implementation of technological solutions to solve 100% of organisational challenges
- Managed strict budgets and finances to maintain a cost-effective approach to help the organisation save costs to an excess of over five hundred thousand (500,000 GBP) pounds and source materials and equipment for individual project specifications
- Led the delivery of several projects, including process improvements, database consolidation and staff training, to facilitate the achievement of the company targets, and an 85% increase in revenue management to ensure the smooth transition for these resources
Programme Manager, Events
Perfectly Posh Events Ltd
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Oversaw operations by implementing data tech solutions and management standards
- Built and managed relationships with stakeholders and high-profile clients
- Supervised event teams, vendors, and subcontractors ensuring successful delivery
- Efficiently managed resources, scheduling and logistics, including accommodation, catering and security, and initiated corrective actions where necessary
- Conducted diagnostic reports on operational performance to assess and analyses data to identify key areas for refinement
Project Manager
AAN Consulting Ltd
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Managed a £700,000 resource budget while ensuring cost-effective delivery
- Delivered project reports, investment analysis, and liaised with board stakeholders
- Led implementation of technology solutions in coordination with Inaugural Board
- Effectively supervised smooth-running operation through the formulation and implementation of technology solutions and management standards in partnership with the Inaugural Board of Directors
GDPR Business Analyst
Agile-P3 Ltd
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Collaborated with executives to manage GDPR implementation and resource planning
- Oversaw ERP, BI, SCM, and CRM activities across business functions
- Ensured full compliance through documentation control and policy updates
- Supervised quality assurance, ensuring that all completed assignments were accurate and of a high standard
- Substantially ameliorated overall team performance and development through the provision of ongoing training programmes, and conducting regular one-on-one appraisals
Sales Director
Mary Kay Cosmetics
11.2008 - 03.2018
- Trained and mentored 70+ business owners on goal setting and tracking
- Developed regional digital marketing strategies, increasing sales by 60%
- Coordinated large-scale social media campaigns and engagement initiatives
- Delivered customized services to a wide range of clients
Assistant Project Manager
Business Derivatives Ltd
04.2014 - 03.2015
- Directed multiple budgets and achieved 85% project cost reduction
- Managed stakeholder relationships and enforced project scope adherence
- Led RAID and quality assurance sessions for continuous project improvement
- Collaborated with the team and third parties in managing over 100 professional relationships, i.e
- Clients and site management, and ensuring specifications are followed through to customer satisfaction
- Facilitated the implementation of post-treatment procedures and policies, ensuring all analysis is fed back to clients and environmental agencies
- Oversaw technical support, developing and amending reports, and data analysis for both clients and local environmental agencies to outline the results of the treatment process
Programme Support Officer
Peabody Trust
10.2006 - 04.2012
- Supported project delivery, tracked budgets, and engaged with stakeholders
- Helped reduce youth housing issues by 30% through support housing schemes
- Delivered high client satisfaction via effective facilities and support management
- Assisted in the management of internal and external stakeholders; and administration, monitoring and reporting on project budgets
- Supervised the coordination of risks and issues management process
- Monitored the delivery of work streams against plans, and report progress as appropriate to the Programme Manager
Education
B.Sc. - Economics
University of Ibadan
01.1992 - 01.1997
Skills
- Data Governance & Management
- GDPR Compliance & Data Privacy
- Project & Programme Management
- Strategic Planning & Implementation
- Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Risk & Issue Management
- Data Quality & Metrics Monitoring
Certification
Prince2 Practitioner – Project Management
Timeline
Data Governance Manager
Virgin Media
09.2021 - Current
Data Governance Consultant
Tarvos Technologies
05.2021 - 08.2021
Programme Manager / Delivery Lead
Tarvos Technologies Ltd
06.2019 - 03.2021
Programme Manager, Events
Perfectly Posh Events Ltd
08.2018 - 05.2019
Project Manager
AAN Consulting Ltd
05.2018 - 12.2018
GDPR Business Analyst
Agile-P3 Ltd
01.2018 - 05.2018
Assistant Project Manager
Business Derivatives Ltd
04.2014 - 03.2015
Sales Director
Mary Kay Cosmetics
11.2008 - 03.2018
Programme Support Officer
Peabody Trust
10.2006 - 04.2012
B.Sc. - Economics
University of Ibadan
01.1992 - 01.1997
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