Data Governance And Strategy Lead

About the Role Grade Level for internal use 13 The Role Data Governance and Strategy Lead The Data Strategy and Governance Lead will oversee the development and implementation of data governance frameworks and strategies that ensure the effective management and utilization of data across the organization This role will focus on establishing policies procedures and best practices that enhance data quality compliance and accessibility while fostering a data-driven culture Additionally he she will be responsible for developing and communicating strategic roadmaps to business stakeholders and enhancing the overall culture around data governance and strategy We are looking for a candidate who is genuinely passionate about data governance and strategy and who can inspire others in this space Key Responsibilities Develop and implement a data governance strategy that aligns with organizational goals and promotes data stewardship Develop and communicate strategic roadmaps for data initiatives to business stakeholders ensuring alignment with organizational objectives Establish policies and procedures to ensure data quality integrity and compliance with relevant regulations Collaborate with business units to identify data governance needs and implement solutions that enhance data usage Work closely with the Data Architect to optimize data performance and ensure efficient data management practices Own and maintain Data Lineage documentation to provide clarity on data flow and transformations across the organization Enhance the culture around data governance and strategy by promoting awareness best practices and the value of data-driven decision-making throughout the organization Foster a passion for data governance and strategy within the team and across the organization inspiring colleagues to embrace data as a strategic asset Monitor data management practices across the organization recommending improvements to ensure adherence to governance standards Lead initiatives to educate and train employees on data governance policies and best practices Analyze data governance metrics and provide insights to inform strategic decision-making Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in data governance and strategy Qualifications Bachelor s degree in Data Management Business Administration Information Technology or a related field Master s degree preferred Minimum of 15 years of experience in data governance data management or related fields Strong understanding of data governance principles data quality management and regulatory requirements Excellent analytical skills and experience with data analytics tools Proven ability to communicate data concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders Strong leadership and project management skills A genuine passion for data governance and strategy with a desire to inspire others Preferred Skills Experience with data governance frameworks and tools Familiarity with data privacy regulations e g GDPR CCPA 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States of America IFTECH103 2 - Middle Management Tier II EEO Job Group Job ID 319200 Posted On 2025-09-20 Location Gurgaon Haryana India