Lead, Data Governance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Create and execute data governance policies, standards, and procedures.

• Partner with data stewards, IT departments, and business units to develop governance frameworks and best practices.

• Oversee and enforce governance policies while ensuring regulatory compliance.

• Perform data quality evaluations and implement data cleansing initiatives.

• Identify and resolve data-related challenges, assisting data stewards and business stakeholders.

• Define the organization's data domains and subdomains in collaboration with business stakeholders.

• Appoint data owners and data stewards across various domains and subdomains.

• Design and provide training on data governance policies and best practices.

• Facilitate data governance committee meetings and working groups.

• Maintain data dictionaries, metadata repositories, data lineage, and other governance documentation.

• Assess and recommend data governance tools and technologies.

• Report on data governance activities, metrics, and compliance status to senior management.

• Mentor and guide less experienced professional contributors.

• Supervise 2–3 direct reports, including Data Governance Analysts.

• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as Information Management, Data Science, Computer Science, or equivalent is required.

• A combination of education and experience may be acceptable in place of the Bachelor’s degree.

• Preferred: Master's Degree in a related field or equivalent.

• At least seven years of experience in data governance, data management, or similar roles.

• Proven experience in developing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.

• Strong understanding of data management principles, data quality, data security, and regulatory requirements.

• Familiarity with data catalogs, metadata management, and data lineage tools.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong leadership and project management capabilities.

• Ability to collaborate effectively and manage multiple priorities.

• Adaptability to changing requirements and the ability to work independently.

• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• Excellent interpersonal and team-building abilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Wiki, collaborative cloud-based programs, and third-party software applications.

• Capability to learn new tasks, retain processes, maintain focus, complete tasks autonomously, and make timely workflow decisions.

• Competence in operating standard office equipment and keyboards.

• Ability to accurately perceive and interpret visual and auditory information.

• Availability to work Monday through Friday during business hours.

• Willingness to travel 5–10% of the time.

• Commitment to upholding company values.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• AD&D insurance.

• LTD insurance.

• 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• Positive work environment.

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive benefits package.