Data Governance Lead

Norsk Hydro; Oslo; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Norsk Hydro is seeking a Data Governance Lead to drive global data governance and establish trusted data foundations for analytics and AI. You will collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to ensure clear ownership, strong governance, and high-quality data supporting value creation and compliance.

The role offers autonomy in an international setting, with opportunities to shape governance practices and drive digital transformation across Hydro.

Qualifications

• Education: A relevant higher degree within Business Administration, Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, STEM or similar.
• Professional experience: Experience with data governance, data management, analytics, digital transformation, or management consulting. Experience across complex organizations is valued.
• Data & AI expertise: Understanding of data governance, data quality, metadata management, data platforms, and analytics. Experience supporting AI or advanced analytics is an advantage.
• Communication & relationships: Excellent English skills; Norwegian is an advantage.
• Leadership & execution: Structured, proactive and able to drive initiatives across multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Data governance leadership: Establish and implement Hydro's data governance framework, policies, and operating model.
• Data quality, compliance & risk management: Develop governance standards ensuring data accessibility, security and quality throughout its lifecycle.
• Data strategy & AI enablement: Support Data & Analytics strategy by enabling trusted data for analytics, AI and digital capabilities.
• Stakeholder management & capability building: Lead Data Governance Council and collaborate across business, IT, legal, compliance and digital teams.

Skills

Data governance leadership

Data quality & risk management

Data strategy & AI enablement

Stakeholder management

Communication & relationships

Leadership & execution

Education

Higher degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, STEM

Job description

Location: Oslo, 03, NO, 0283 Career area: Information Technology (IT) Department: Group IT Apply by: September 27, 2026

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Are you passionate about turning data into a strategic asset and enabling responsible AI adoption? Hydro is looking for a Data Governance Lead to drive our global data governance agenda and establish the foundations for trusted data, analytics, and AI across the organization.

In this role, you will work closely with business and technology stakeholders to ensure clear data ownership, strong governance practices, and high-quality data that support value creation, compliance, and innovation across Hydro.

What we offer you

• The opportunity to shape Hydro's global data governance capabilities and support responsible AI adoption.
• A key role in enabling data-driven decision-making, analytics, and digital transformation.
• High degree of autonomy and flexibility in an international environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth, strategic impact, and broad stakeholder exposure.
• A culture that encourages innovation, learning, and cross-functional collaboration.

What you will be doing

• Data governance leadership: Establish and implement Hydro's data governance framework, policies, and operating model. Define decision rights, data ownership, stewardship responsibilities, and accountability across the organization.
• Data quality, compliance & risk management: Develop governance standards and processes that ensure data is accessible, secure, and of high quality throughout its lifecycle. Support compliance with relevant regulations and internal requirements.
• Data strategy & AI enablement: Support Hydro's Data & Analytics strategy by enabling trusted data for analytics, AI, and emerging digital capabilities. Promote responsible AI practices and help drive business value through well-governed data.
• Stakeholder management & capability building: Facilitate the Data Governance Council and collaborate with business, IT, legal, compliance, and digital teams. Promote governance best practices and strengthen data management capabilities across Hydro.

What will make you successful?

• Education: A relevant higher degree within Business Administration, Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, STEM disciplines, or similar.
• Professional experience: Experience with data governance, data management, analytics, digital transformation, or management consulting. Experience working across complex organizations is highly valued.
• Data & AI expertise: Strong understanding of data governance, data quality, metadata management, data platforms, and analytics. Experience supporting AI or advanced analytics initiatives is an advantage.
• Communication & relationships: You are a strong communicator who can engage stakeholders across business and technology functions. Excellent English skills are required, while Norwegian is an advantage.
• Leadership & execution: Structured, proactive, and comfortable driving initiatives across multiple stakeholders. Able to translate governance principles into practical ways of working that create business value

Equal opportunities

At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.

Apply before: 27/09/2026

If you have any questions, please contact:

Hiring Manager
Csaba Boros, VP Enterprise Architecture

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• Founded: 1905
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