Data Governance & Strategy Advisor (Consulting)

Accenture; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Mentor program

Global network access

Work-life balance

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Data Governance Advisor to join the AI & Data practice in Helsinki. You will define governance frameworks, guide clients on policies, and lead data quality and metadata initiatives across data domains. This role emphasizes translating governance into actionable, business-driven results.

The position offers collaboration with world-leading clients, mentorship, and a focus on growth within a supportive, inclusive culture. Finnish and English language skills are required.

Qualifications

• A few years of experience in data governance, data strategy, or data consulting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a business-first mindset.
• Ability to translate governance concepts into practical, implementable solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English.
• Proficiency in Finnish.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement data governance frameworks and strategies aligned with business objectives, ensuring data quality, integrity, and regulatory compliance.
• Advise clients on governance policies, standards, and operating models, including data ownership, stewardship, and accountability structures.
• Establish data quality management practices, including standards, controls, and monitoring across critical data domains.
• Lead the development of data policies, documentation, and metadata management, improving data discoverability, lineage, and consistency.
• Support risk, compliance, and data privacy initiatives, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.
• Act as a trusted advisor, translating governance challenges into practical, business-driven solutions.
• Contribute to data strategy and transformation programmes, embedding governance across data, analytics, and AI initiatives.

Skills

Data governance

Analytical thinking

Communication

English

Finnish

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Accenture is seeking a Data Governance Advisor to join the AI & Data practice in Helsinki. You will define governance frameworks, guide clients on policies, and lead data quality and metadata initiatives across data domains. This role emphasizes translating governance into actionable, business-driven results.

The position offers collaboration with world-leading clients, mentorship, and a focus on growth within a supportive, inclusive culture. Finnish and English language skills are required.