Data Governance Lead

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.