Interim Data Manager – An Introduction
The main purpose of a Data Manager is to oversee the variety of data systems your company will have. As a result they are the key person for organising, storing and analysing data as efficiently as possible. Additionally they will create and enforce policies for effective and safe Data Management. An Interim Data Manager can provide specialist skills as an when needed on a short term basis.
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requires an organisation, where possible, to employ a Data Manager. This individual can either be a nominated employee or an external experienced professional. Using an external resource can be undertaken on a part time basis.
Associate Member of the Institute of Interim Managers 
As an Associate Member of the Institute of Interim Managers (AIIM) my experience has been externally validated. Data has been an integral part of my Sales and Marketing career over the last 25 years. I also have 6 years experience of processing data in roles as both Data Manager and Interim Data Manager..
My Validated Relevant Experience
Data Manager – Direct Marketing
Over a 6 year period I oversaw management of a significant number of customer databases. These were used for Direct Marketing purposes. As Data Manager it was my responsibility to ensure these were processed correctly and efficiently.
Ensuring these records were safe and secure was essential. During that period I also oversaw implementation of GDPR legislation. This touched every part of the business, including HR, Production and Commercial Contracts.
As Data Manager with responsibility for over 300 individual customers I had to document a large number of processes. To ensure that processing could be carried out efficiently whilst away a number of guides also had to be created.
As part of this role I was processing data in both Excel and Access, creating custom code.
Managing Director – Document and Records Management
Running your own business often requires you to take on a number of different roles. In this instance I was essentially my own Interim Data Manager.
Our customer required us to process data we collected on Friday evening with reports delivered on Monday mornings. All processing was undertaken in Access through a customised reporting system.
Integration Sales Manager – Data Capture
An understanding of how to collect, manage and process data during the document scanning process was essential for my role. Invoice Processing and Forms Processing were the cornerstone of my sales.
Capture, Extract, Manage and use created the workflows my customers drove benefit from.
Data Manager Qualifications and Memberships
CDP Level 3 GDPR Qualification
Associate Member of the Institute of Interim Managers