Lead design and implementation of data governance and MDM strategies, develop policies and metadata/lineage practices, enforce data quality, deploy governance tooling, engage stakeholders, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor team members.
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.
Key Responsibilities
- 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.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential:
- 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.
Benefits
- Remote-first working with flexibility around client needs
- Projects with global brands & public sector leaders, working on real-world impact
- Exclusive access to AWS & Databricks certifications, training, and partner tools
- A collaborative culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
About
We are passionate about helping businesses navigate the rapidly changing and complex world of emerging technologies. We create well-structured, secure, scalable solutions at speed to provide the foundation for groundbreaking change.
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