Manager – Data Governance

We are looking for a seasoned Manager – Data Governance to design, implement, and manage a robust enterprise-wide data governance framework. The role ensures data accuracy, consistency, and security while embedding governance standards into analytics and business operations to support compliance, scalability, and data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic:

  • Develop and execute enterprise data governance and metadata management frameworks.
  • Establish data standards, business glossaries, and lineage documentation.
  • Align governance with cloud and analytics platforms such as Azure, Snowflake, and Databricks.
  • Embed governance practices within Agile, CI/CD, and data engineering workflows.
  • Conduct data maturity assessments (DAMA-DMBOK, CDMC) and report progress to leadership.

• Operational:

  • Deploy and manage tools like Informatica Axon, Collibra, and Azure Purview.
  • Oversee data quality, profiling, and remediation processes across databases and cloud systems.
  • Manage data classification, access control, and privacy compliance programs.
  • Integrate governance checkpoints into ETL pipelines and BI ecosystems (Power BI, Tableau).

• Leadership & Collaboration:

  • Lead data stewards and cross-functional teams to implement governance initiatives.
  • Conduct training sessions and promote a culture of data ownership and literacy.
  • Partner with IT, business stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to align governance objectives.

• Continuous Improvement:

  • Automate data quality and lineage tracking processes.
  • Recommend governance enhancements based on insights and KPIs.
  • Maintain version control and standardization of governance artifacts.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• 7–10 years of experience in data governance, data management, or enterprise data strategy.
• Expertise in Informatica, Collibra, Azure Purview, or similar governance platforms.
• Knowledge of data privacy and protection regulations (GDPR, DIFC, UAE laws).
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.