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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Contract Data Governance Consultant - **Company:** Colibri Digital - **Location:** UK (Remote available) - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Profiling, Data Governance, Metadata, Meta-Data Management, Talend, Cloud Platform System, Informatica Powercenter, Usage Tracking, Microsoft Fabric, Data Lineage, Collibra, Data Management, Data Pipelines - **Published:** June 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a47da39eea6955c7 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Talend?, * Proven experience in data governance, data management, or MDM consulting roles. * Strong understanding of MDM principles, architectures, and implementation patterns. * Experience with governance tools such as Collibra, Informatica, or Talend. * Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and modern data stacks. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and a consultative approach. Comfortable working in agile, client-facing environments with autonomy and ownership. Desirable: * Certifications in data governance, MDM, or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure). * Experience with data cataloging, lineage, and metadata management. * Background in data quality frameworks and profiling tools. * Exposure to data mesh, data fabric, or federated governance models. ## Description We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Governance Consultant on an initial 3 month contract with deep expertise in Master Data Management (MDM) to join our growing team. In this client-facing role, you will lead the design and implementation of robust data governance frameworks and MDM strategies that enable trusted, high-quality data across enterprise systems. You'll work closely with data architects, engineers, and business stakeholders to ensure data is well-defined, well-managed, and fit for purpose. This is a strategic and hands-on role for someone who thrives on solving complex data challenges, shaping governance policies, and driving cultural change around data literacy and stewardship., * Governance Strategy & Consulting: Partner with client stakeholders to define data governance strategies aligned to business goals, regulatory requirements, and operational needs. * MDM Implementation: Design and implement MDM solutions to ensure consistent, accurate, and authoritative data across domains (e.g., customer, product, supplier). * Policy & Framework Development: Develop data policies, standards, and stewardship models that promote accountability and transparency in data usage. * Metadata & Lineage Management: Establish metadata management practices and data lineage tracking to support auditability and trust. * Data Quality & Profiling: Define and monitor data quality metrics, lead remediation efforts, and embed quality controls into data pipelines. * Tooling & Enablement: Evaluate and deploy governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Talend) and support integration with cloud-native platforms. * Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and communications to promote data literacy and governance adoption. * Regulatory Compliance: Ensure governance frameworks support compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and other relevant regulations. * Knowledge Sharing & Mentorship: Contribute to internal best practices, mentor junior colleagues, and support thought leadership in data governance. ## Related Videos - [A Data Mesh needs Open Metadata](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/505-a-data-mesh-needs-open-metadata) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) - [Bringing Clarity to Event Streams: Enabling Analytics and AI Through Rich Metadata](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1616-bringing-clarity-to-event-streams-enabling-analytics-and-ai-through-rich-metadata) - [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai) - [Crafting Custom Frameworks with Rust: A Deep Dive into Procedural Macros](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/849-crafting-custom-frameworks-with-rust-a-deep-dive-into-procedural-macros) - [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 - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)