Colin Bardsley

Colin Bardsley is an accomplished data governance and strategy professional currently serving as the Data Governance and Strategy Manager at First Central since October 2022. Previously, Bardsley worked at PwC UK as a Data Quality and Metadata Management Specialist from April 2019 to October 2022, where the firm addresses complex issues across various sectors. Earlier experience includes roles as Data Quality Manager and Consultant at The Co-operative Insurance, Quality Manager at NorthWest EHealth, and Customer Relations Analyst at Bupa. Bardsley also held positions at the Office for National Statistics, Standards for England, and Ofsted, gaining extensive expertise in data management and quality across diverse industries. Education includes a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from Birmingham City University and a PG Certificate in Management from The Manchester Metropolitan University.