Agile Data Governance Lead - Enterprise Data

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Being an Agile Data Governance Lead - Enterprise Data at iManage Means…
You will drive the agile implementation of data governance strategies to ensure the quality, security, and compliance of our Enterprise data. You will utilize agile methodologies to deliver incremental value while adapting to changing business needs. You will serve as a product owner for data governance initiatives, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and rapid response to emerging data challenges. This role requires an analytical thinker who can balance technical expertise with business acumen while effectively leading cross-functional initiatives and driving cultural change in a complex organization.

iM Responsible For…

• Establishing and championing a data governance vision, strategy, and framework for Enterprise data.
• Iteratively developing policies and standards aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Building and guiding agile cross-functional data governance teams to establish clear data ownership and stewardship practices.
• Leading the incremental development of metadata management processes using an MVP approach. 
• Implementing data categorization, data lineage tracking, definitions, labelling and dependencies through iterative improvements to data dictionaries and cataloging tools.
• Driving data quality excellence through empirical process control, establishing measurable standards, and implementing real-time monitoring mechanisms to enable quick identification and resolution of issues.
• Partnering with Data Privacy and Data Security teams to collaboratively ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) while maintaining an adaptive approach to risk management.
• Partnering with Data Engineering and Agile Project Managers to coordinate the implementation of technologies and data governance initiatives which affect the Enterprise Data Lake.
• Serving as Product Owner in cross-functional collaborations with business leaders, IT, Legal, and Compliance teams to promote data governance best practices and drive cultural transformation.
• Maintaining and grooming a prioritized backlog of data governance initiatives by utilizing value-driven prioritization to maximize impact and organizational adoption.
• Designing and delivering iterative training programs on data governance principles. 
• Utilizing feedback loops to continuously improve knowledge sharing and foster a responsive data stewardship culture.
• Regularly assessing data quality and governance practices to identify areas of improvement.
• Implementing continuous monitoring and reporting through governance dashboards, sprint metrics, and regular retrospectives to measure effectiveness and drive improvements.

iM Qualified Because I Have…

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in data governance or data quality management.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Expertise in Agile Data Governance methodologies.
• Experience implementing and managing data governance tools and technologies.
• Proven record of leading cross-functional teams and driving organizational change.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Bonus Points If I Have...

• Experience with data governance platforms such as Alation or Microsoft Purview.
• Professional certifications such as CDMP or DGSP.

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