> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3174260-data-governance-consultant](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3174260-data-governance-consultant). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Data Governance Consultant

- **Company:** Datashift NV
- **Location:** Gent, Belgium
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Governance, Information Management, Data Intelligence, Collibra, Data Management
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c93ae2fa8b780975

## About the Role

* 3 to 5 years of experience in data consulting or service-oriented environments
 * A first experience with unified data governance tooling (e.g. Collibra) is highly required
 * Strong understanding of data governance concepts
 * Outstanding problem solving skills
 * Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
 * Proven success in contributing to a team-oriented environment
 * Fluent in Dutch and/or French and English.

Our offer

 * A highly entrepreneurial team
 * A no-nonsense working environment with a focus on high quality;
 * Excellent terms of employment (including company car, fuel card, meal vouchers & bonus)
 * Fringe benefits including continuous training that builds and extends professional, technical and management skills in all areas
 * The opportunity to grow together with Datashift in terms of capabilities as well as financial benefits

## Description

As a Data Governance consultant, you will:

 * Lead the implementation of data catalog Solutions for clients, ensuring seamless deployment and alignment with their business objectives.
 * Work closely with clients to understand their data management needs and provide expert advice on utilizing a data catalog to enhance data governance, compliance, and overall information management.
 * Customize and configure data catalog solutions to create business impact for our clients.
 * Provide training sessions on the effective use of data catalog tools. Offer ongoing support and troubleshooting to address any issues that may arise during and after implementation.
 * Stay informed about the latest updates, features, and best practices related to data catalog.
 * Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.


## Related Videos

- [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai)
- [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it)
- [It's all about the Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/425-it-s-all-about-the-data)
- [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works)
- [AI beyond the code: Master your organisational AI implementation.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1248-ai-beyond-the-code-master-your-organisational-ai-implementation)
- [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture)

## Related Articles

- [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023)
- [The Netherlands – Europe’s powerhouse for software development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/31-the-netherlands-europe-s-powerhouse-for-software-development)
- [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023)
- [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam)
- [How to Find Tech Jobs in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/279-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-amsterdam)
- [Welcome to Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/4-welcome-to-switzerland)