Manager of Data Governance

Manager of Data Governance

A highly respected, rapidly growing organization is seeking a strategic and hands-on Data Governance leader to help build and elevate data practices across the organization. This is a highly visible role with the opportunity to influence how data is structured, trusted, and leveraged to support both operational and strategic initiatives., * Develop and formalize enterprise data governance frameworks, including policies, standards, and operating procedures

• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to drive adoption of governance practices such as data cataloging, metadata management, data quality, and data privacy
• Collaborate with technology teams to implement and enhance data governance tools and platforms
• Analyze datasets to identify inconsistencies, gaps, and quality issues, and implement solutions to improve accuracy and completeness
• Establish governance structures, including committees and working groups, to drive alignment, ownership, and issue resolution
• Lead governance forums and cross-functional initiatives, ensuring transparency and progress against key priorities
• Translate complex data risks into clear business implications for leadership and stakeholders
• Define and execute both short- and long-term strategies to strengthen data integrity, consistency, and usability
• Monitor compliance with governance policies and ensure ongoing adherence across the organization

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, analytical, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or a related discipline
• Proven experience implementing data governance frameworks in large, complex environments
• Strong ability to influence stakeholders and build relationships across business and technical teams
• Ability to translate complex data challenges into actionable business insights

Preferred Experience:

• Advanced degree in data science, analytics, or a related quantitative field
• Experience with modern data platforms and cloud-based ecosystems (e.g., data warehousing, data cataloging, or governance tools)