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Role Summary

The Data Governance Lead is responsible for the overall data design across all Operations master data objects, data governance model, data governance transformation, and end to end enablement of Operations master data processes for BATs enterprise and ground-breaking projects and initiatives. 

The role is responsible for setting the overall data governance framework within and provide expert data guidance to BAT’s projects, functions and CoEs.  

ACCOUNTABILITIES  

Design and maintenance of Data Governance Model 

• Own data governance processes and overall operating model including handling exception cases and waivers 
• Drive improvements in data governance framework to engage BAT partners, increase data literacy and governance scope 
• Handle impacts to the data governance model and end to end data design as part of enterprise projects and coordinate new data standards with BAU data stewards 
• Ensure a solid framework to collect and provide visibility on documentation and maintenance of metadata, including data definitions, business rules, and data lineage. 

Data Governance on BAT’s enterprise and transformational projects  

• Lead or contribute to data workstreams, ensuring data governance principles are embedded in project planning and execution. 
• Act as Operations data SME, dealing with the complex data issues facing BAT & projects 
• Be an ambassador for sound MDM principles and architecture to facilitate robust data practices in BAU 

Process governance and continuous improvement 

• Own core data governance tools and platforms (Alation, Data Governance Artifacts, etc), requirements meet business needs Govern and maintain the ODM Global Operating Model (GOM), ensuring all processes and changes are up-to-date and aligned to standards. 
• Drive transformation of the data governance maturity and value delivery within BAT through working with partners and execution teams 

Organisational Change & Communication 

• Lead communication and training efforts to promote data governance awareness and adoption across the organization. 
• Support change initiatives related to MDM systems, processes, or policies. 
• Facilitate data governance councils or working groups to drive consensus and decision-making. 

ESSENTIAL  

Experience Required 

• Demonstrated ability working with appropriate ERP systems (SAP, Kinaxis, etc.). in the field of product specifications, supply chain management, technology or related subject.  
• Experience with MDM solutions inc. Data Quality and Data Cataloguing tools in a centralised Data Governance function 
• Excellent knowledge of the BAT business and data operating model built over several years of operating within the BAT Operations (Product, Supply Chain, Leaf etc) 
• Understand the criticality of tightly controlled data management, data standards and data quality processes 
• Confirmed competence in project management techniques and work prioritisation. 
• Shown influencing skills with partners across the business functions and grades from non-management up to the Heads of Global Ops Functions. 
• Highly SAP system literate. 

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required 

• Strong relationship and interpersonal/communication skills. 
• Ability to identify, initiate and lead work on multi-functional data issues. 
• Able to deconstruct complex data issues and convey them in a business relevant format to key business partners and forums with simple and clear messages. 
• Proficient in numerical reasoning and critical analysis. 
• Solid attention to detail. 
• Reasoned, systematic, and objective thinking and decision making.   
• Crucial/determined decision maker. 
• Structured, planned approach to work. 
• Fluent English with good communication skills (verbal and written). 
• Excellent skills for prioritising multiple tasks, deadline-conscious,  completer-finisher and  customer service orientated. 
• Strong indirect influencing and leadership to ensure standards alignment. 

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The role’s purpose is to bring technical and project management expertise to the M&A process within BAT Group. Provide advice and effective input into the planning, negotiation and execution of acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures and other M&A transactions for BAT Group.

• On large transactions, provide analytical and technical support, as well as manage discrete workstreams (e.g. Due Diligence).
• On small-mid size transactions, run the entire transaction process, including team member management, external advisers and internal governance (alongside M&A legal).

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to the evolution of the BAT Group M&A strategy, knowledge and expertise, screening potential acquisition targets and prioritizing future BAT Group opportunities.
• Being a member of a project team on larger and more sophisticated transactions, providing finance and commercial support, using specialist skills including understanding and application of valuation and risk management techniques.
• Leading small-mid size, lower complexity transactions and critical initiatives, handling a full transaction team and dealing with partner engagement internally and externally and assisting the negotiation of the terms of any transaction.
• Evaluating the value of a target business not only to BAT but to other potentially interested parties and leading the due diligence process including the engagement and management of external advisors.
• Working with other project team members and external advisors to identify financial and business risks. Develop solutions to mitigate these risks and methods of evaluating any residual risks.
• Developing informed solutions to structural and other project issues; ensuring that the strategic and financial value of any project is identified and delivered.
• Preparing recommendations and presenting to senior management and ensuring that those parts of M&A projects for which you have specific responsibility are delivered within the limits set by the Standing Committee or Main Board.

What are we looking for:

• Degree or equivalent experience educated with relevant professional qualification (e.g. CA / ACCA / CIMA / CPA / CFA/ MBA).
• A detailed understanding of valuation techniques and the nuances of discounted cash flow analysis, with experience of building and reviewing comprehensive financial models.
• Experience in a global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment, with 8+ years of M&A transaction experience and/or substantial day-to-day financial and commercial experience from working in other parts of large corporates.
• Sound knowledge of end-to-end M&A transaction process and related transaction documents and the ability to lead small-mid size M&A transactions with limited supervision!
• Personal credibility, confidence and adaptability to influence and challenge internal management and external advisers, with excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Teammate, embracing collaboration and inclusivity, with strong project management and organizational skills to deliver and work optimally with others.