The Data Governance Leader is a strategic and detail-oriented professional responsible for leading enterprise-wide data governance initiatives. This role involves the development, maintenance, and promotion of data governance policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and frameworks, ensuring alignment across business and technology stakeholders. The incumbent plays a key role in fostering a culture of data accountability, quality, and compliance throughout the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Governance Strategy & Execution:
- Leads the adoption and implementation of enterprise-wide data governance policies and SOPs.
- Ensures governance practices are supported by appropriate tools and technologies.
- Framework & Policy Management:
- Maintains the Data Governance Framework Handbook with up-to-date policies and SOPs.
- Communicates updates to the Data Governance Council and other relevant stakeholders.
- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborates with data owners, stewards, and custodians to define, revise, and implement governance policies and SOPs.
- Facilitates resolution of data-related issues and supports the rollout of new governance practices.
- Technology & Enablement:
- Partners with Product Managers and IT teams to ensure governance tools are aligned with organizational policies and SOPs.
- Oversees the deployment and integration of governance tools across the enterprise.
- Council Leadership & Reporting:
- Organizes and conducts regular Data Governance Council meetings.
- Tracks and publishes data governance KPIs to leadership and enterprise-wide audiences.
- Working Group Leadership:
- Leads and collaborates with cross-functional working groups comprising data stewards, custodians, IT, and other stakeholders to resolve data governance issues effectively
Requirements
Qualifications & Skills:
- Demonstrated experience in data governance, data management, or related disciplines.
- Good knowledge of data privacy, compliance, and regulatory standards.
- Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, tools, and best practices.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally with IT, product, and business teams.
- Familiarity with data governance technologies and platforms.
