Data Governance Lead

• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of a data governance framework aligned with the company’s objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Establish, communicate, and enforce data governance policies, procedures, and standards to ensure data quality, consistency, and security
• Collaborate with data owners, data stewards, and business stakeholders across the company to define data governance roles and responsibilities.
• Lead data governance councils and working groups to report on and discuss data governance initiatives and ensure compliance with established policies.
• Monitor and report on data quality metrics and data governance KPIs, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Continuously improve data governance processes and operations based on feedback and best practices.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on data governance principles and practices.
• Deliver clear communications of initiative updates and announcements to the broader data community
• Create detailed documentation of policies and procedures, sharing with and informing key stakeholders
• Foster a culture of data stewardship and accountability across the organization.
• Support the rollout of a companywide data catalog
• Work closely with the Business Intelligence team to establish and instill data governance practices
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in data governance and data management.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in working with enterprise data in a business intelligence, data management, operations or program management or similar capacity
• 5+ years of experience in data governance, with proven leadership capabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Requirements:

• Proven experience in developing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and standards.
• Experience with data quality management, data stewardship, metadata management, master data management and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Knowledgeable about data warehousing and business intelligence
• Proficiency in data management and visualization tools and platforms. Experience with Snowflake and Power BI is a plus.
• Experience with data governance and data catalog tools is a plus, especially DataHub
• Strong understanding of data governance principles, practices, and technologies.
• Certification in data governance or data management (e.g., CDMP, DGSP) is a plus.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex data governance concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to engage, influence, and lead cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including executive leadership.
• Ability to develop and deliver training and awareness programs on data governance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Strong team-building and mentoring skills.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining data integrity and security.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.