Head of Information Management

Rolls-Royce SMR

. Lead the evolution and execution of the organisation’s enterprise-wide information management strategy .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeDerby • United KingdomLead💰 £85,600 - £114,400 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing enterprise-wide information management strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory and nuclear industry standards. Capable of leading information governance, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving digital transformation initiatives.

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Information Management Strategy DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementInformation GovernanceRegulatory ComplianceData Classification and Handling

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Hard Skills

Information Management FrameworksData GovernanceInformation Security PoliciesData Assurance ProgrammesDocument ManagementData Discovery ToolsInformation Risk ManagementInformation Maturity KPIsCompliance RemediationDigital Transformation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsConflict ResolutionPragmatic Decision-MakingTeam LeadershipRelationship Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree Level or EquivalentRecognised Qualifications in Information ManagementBPSS ClearanceSatisfactory DBS CheckSatisfactory Financial Probity Check

Industry Keywords

Nuclear Industry StandardsRegulatory StandardsInformation SecurityPrivacy ComplianceData Policies and Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the evolution and execution of the organisation’s enterprise-wide information management strategy
Ensure data and information assets are governed, structured, and secured in line with regulatory, legislative, and nuclear industry standards
Work closely with the CISO and key stakeholders to develop the information management programme
Evolve arrangements with core partners and customers to enshrine compliance and commercial objectives
Maintain process and policy suites supporting data and digital activities
Develop a structured assurance programme for information maturity
Oversee company direction on information on behalf of the CDIO
Define, own, and deliver the information strategy with the CISO, delivery Heads, and business stakeholders
Define and lead the enterprise-wide information management vision and strategy
Oversee information and data processes
Drive change and training to embed secure information practices
Develop company IMS data and information processes
Champion information as a corporate asset and support digital transformation
Oversee information management between the company and core partners and customers
Maintain a holistic view of information-related activity
Provide conflict resolution and pragmatic decision-making mechanisms
Develop, implement, and maintain information and data policies, standards, and procedures
Lead the business-wide Information Management Group
Ensure data classification, labelling, and handling policies are operationally effective
Manage information risk for the CDIO
Ensure compliance with applicable information security, privacy, legal, and nuclear-sector standards
Collaborate with Legal, IT, and Compliance on data-related regulatory risks
Support audits and regulatory inspections
Sponsor information-related non-conformance and compliance remediation
Lead and evolve the multi-year information management programme
Define and track information management maturity and assurance KPIs
Manage vendors and solution implementation for document management, data discovery, and classification tools
Embed information principles into new projects and systems
Lead information governance, policy, and compliance training and awareness campaigns
Act as senior point of contact for enterprise-wide information management concerns
Participate in competency-based interviews and potentially provide evidence of document management capability

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tangible examples of setting a strategy, governing and managing Information Management frameworks, policies and procedures
Ability to establish programmes of work to deliver the strategy
Ability to partner with the business and drive outcomes
Experience managing business relationships and delivering through teams without direct control of resources
Experience creating strategies and plans for Information Management
Excellent communication skills at all levels and through multiple methods
Ability to rationalise complex information at high and detailed levels
Strong stakeholder management skills
Degree level or equivalent
Recognised and related qualifications/training in Information Management, privacy, or security
BPSS clearance
Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Satisfactory basic financial probity check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus: Up to 20% plus 15% long term incentive cash plan
Benefits allowance: £8,500
Pension: Standard Rolls-Royce SMR pension 12%
Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays
Flexible and inclusive working environment
Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business
Culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning
Flexible or part-time working where possible
Reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process