Responsibilities:

• People Management:
• Lead, manage, and direct a team of governance professionals, providing mentorship and career development opportunities
• Hold self and team members accountable for work assignments, delivery, and adherence to timelines
• Data Management & Governance:
• Participate in the building of, and lead the execution of, a long-term data governance strategy aligned with enterprise priorities
• Define, maintain / evolve, and own the organization’s data governance framework, including policies, standards, and operational processes
• Own and convene data governance groups, driving alignment and adherence across business and technology leaders
• Plan and oversee the community of data stewards, equipping them with resources, training, and guidance to fulfill their roles effectively
• Partner with legal, compliance, and risk management teams to ensure adherence to data privacy regulations and ethical guidelines
• Define roles and responsibilities across the organization for data ownership and stewardship accountability
• Stakeholder & Change Management:
• Trusted advisor to leadership, providing regular updates and actionable insights on the program’s progress and outcomes
• Influence and engage stakeholders at all levels to adopt and champion data governance principles
• Foster a change management mentality to accelerate adoption of governance policies and processes
• Communicate the business value of data governance to stakeholders, tailoring messaging to resonate with different audiences
• Lead workshops, training sessions, and presentations to educate teams on governance principles, tools, and standards
• Performance Measurement & Continuous Improvement:
• Define and track metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and maturity of data governance initiatives
• Establish a feedback loop to regularly assess and refine governance policies, processes, and tools.
• Perform periodic audits and assessments to ensure compliance with governance policies and standards
• Stay informed about emerging governance practices and innovate by integrating lessons learned from internal and external sources
• Technology Enablement and IT Collaboration:
• Collaborate with the data engineering, integrations team, and application owners to align governance requirements, policies with data pipelines, storage, and processing workflows
• Evaluate, recommend, implement, and manage tools and technologies, such as data catalogs, metadata management platforms, data observability tools, and data quality solutions, to automate workflows and support governance objectives
• Ensure governance-related tools and technologies integrate seamlessly with existing enterprise systems
• Budget & Vendor Management:
• Own and manage the budget for data governance initiatives, ensuring efficient use of financial resources
• Evaluate and oversee external vendor relationships, ensuring alignment with governance goals.
• Provide strategic recommendations for investments in new tools and technologies, ensuring scalability and ROI
• Operate against planned budget to ensure department and company goals are met; escalate variations early to ensure appropriate mitigations are put in place
• Key Accountabilities:
• Manage the day-to-day work of direct reports and provide leadership to the team
• Data governance program operates without friction and consistently
• Metrics / KPIs defined, measured, monitored, and communicated to ensure the effectiveness and maturity of the data governance program
• Embed data governance into the organization’s culture and daily operations
• Educating the organization at large on data governance and management principles
• Lead efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with data management and usage

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in information management, business, data science, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience required
• 10+ years in data governance, data management, or a related field, including 5+ years in a leadership role
• 7+ years in direct people management including work allocation and professional development
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, influencing executive stakeholders, and driving cultural change. Excellent interpersonal skills that inspire and build trust resulting in effective working relationships across the company
• Deep understanding of governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK), metadata management, data catalog / marketplace, and data quality tools
• Ability to plan, define, and own governance roadmaps that balance compliance with business needs
• Strong ability to analyze complex data challenges and direct practical, scalable solutions while communicating effectively with non-technical audiences
• Experience with budget ownership and vendor evaluation to maximize program impact
• Always looking at improving our products and processes while also displaying a willingness to dive into the details and help wherever necessary
• Embraces and lives the Brooks values!