Data Governance Lead | Asahi

<p><strong>GT was founded in 2019 by a former Apple, Nest, and Google executive.</strong> GT’s mission is to connect the world’s best talent with product careers offered by high-growth companies in the UK, USA, Canada, Germany, and the Netherlands.</p><p>On behalf of our client, <strong>Asahi Europe &amp; International</strong>, GT is looking for a<strong> Data Governance Lead.</strong></p><p></p><h2><strong>About the Client </strong></h2><p>Imagine working with some of the most iconic brands in the world – including <strong>Grolsch</strong> and <strong>Peroni Nastro Azzurro. </strong>At Asahi Europe &amp; International, you’ll join a global leader in the beer and beverage industry, with a rich portfolio that spans from premium beers to innovative beverages.</p><p><strong>Asahi Europe &amp; International</strong> is part of Asahi Group Holdings, a global beer, spirits, soft drinks and food group with leading positions in European and Asia-Pacific markets, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan. As of November 2020, Asahi Europe &amp; International Group runs 19 production facilities in 8 countries across Europe, and is the custodian of some of the best beer brands in the world, including Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch and Kozel.</p><p>Within the Asahi Group, the remit of Asahi Europe and International is also to develop and manage all export markets globally, outside of Japan and Oceania. Covering 90 markets and with over 10,000 passionate colleagues on board, the business is well positioned to inspire people around the world to drink better.</p><p></p><h2><strong>About the Role</strong></h2><p>The Data Governance Lead is a pivotal role within the AEI Data &amp; Analytics (D&amp;A) organization, responsible for establishing a comprehensive data governance and security strategy. This role will drive the strategic direction of Asahi data initiatives, ensuring data quality, consistency, and security to enable informed decision-making and achieve strategic organizational objectives. </p><p></p><h2><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></h2><p><strong>1. Strategy Development and Implementation:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Strategic Leadership:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Develop and lead a robust data governance strategy to ensure data quality, consistency, and security across the organization.</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Policy Formulation:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Develop and enforce data governance policies, standards, and practices aligning with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.</p></li><li><p>Ensure comprehensive coverage and adherence to policies.</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Regulatory Compliance:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Ensure the data governance framework complies with relevant regulations and industry standards.</p></li><li><p>Proactively adapt to changes in the regulatory landscape.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>2. Data Governance Practices:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Master Data Management:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Accountable for managing master data to ensure consistency, accuracy, and reliability.</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Data Quality Monitoring:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Implement and manage systems for monitoring data quality behind transactional data to ensure high standards of data integrity.</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Product Certification:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Drive strategy and establish certification processes and mechanisms for data and analytics products to meet quality and governance standards.</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Self-Service Delivery:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Optimize and promote self-service analytics capabilities while maintaining strict governance and security controls.</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Security and Access Management:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Implement and oversee robust security and data access management practices to protect sensitive information.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>3. Compliance and Monitoring:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Policy Enforcement:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Drive strategic frameworks and tools to oversee adherence to data governance policies and regulatory requirements.</p></li><li><p>Ensure consistent compliance across the organization.</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Monitoring Systems:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Establish robust monitoring systems to track compliance.</p></li><li><p>Identify areas for improvement and mitigate risks associated with data governance.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>4. Stakeholder Engagement and Consensus Building:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Executive Collaboration:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Influence, negotiate, and collaborate with senior and executive stakeholders to build consensus and support for the data governance vision and strategy.</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Communication and Training:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Coordinate communication and training initiatives to ensure stakeholders understand their roles and resp