Data Governance Consultant

Job Description

🚀 Data Governance Consultant | Bridgewater, NJ (Hybrid) (Contract)

We are seeking a Data Governance Consultant to join our Enterprise Data Governance Office in Bridgewater, NJ. This is a high-impact, hybrid role where you will act as a strategic bridge between technical teams and business leadership to drive our data maturity to the next level.

• If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy the challenge of operationalizing data policies across a global enterprise, we want to hear from you!

🌟 Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Charge: Drive Enterprise Data Governance initiatives (Classification, Access, Retention) across multiple business units.
• Empower Stewards: Identify and onboard Data Owners and Stewards, providing them with the framework to succeed.
• Architect Policies: Author and maintain the "rulebook" for the data lifecycle, ensuring business compliance.
• Map the Landscape: Develop an inventory of Critical Data Elements (CDEs) to ensure data transparency and quality.
• Collaborate: Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities for data maturity and observability.

🛠️ What You Bring

• Experience: 3–7 years in Data Governance or Data Management.
• Industry: Prior experience in the Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences industry is a major plus!
• Tech Savvy: Familiarity with Data Cataloging, DLP, and Data Observability tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation, BigID).
• Soft Skills: Top-tier presentation and communication skills—you can explain "why data matters" to anyone.