Data Governance Lead

Hydro; Oslo; On-site; NOK 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy

International environment

Professional growth

Cross-functional collaboration

Innovative culture

Job summary

Hydro is seeking a Data Governance Lead to establish and drive the global data governance program, ensuring trusted data for analytics and responsible AI across the organisation.

You will collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to define ownership, governance practices, and data quality to enable value creation, compliance, and innovation.

Qualifications

• Higher degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, STEM, or similar.
• Experience with data governance, data management, analytics, digital transformation, or management consulting.
• Understanding of data quality, metadata management, data platforms, and analytics.
• Excellent English skills; Norwegian is an advantage.
• Experience supporting AI or advanced analytics initiatives is an advantage.
• Opportunities for professional growth and strategic impact.

Responsibilities

• Data governance leadership: Establish and implement Hydro's data governance framework, policies, and operating model.
• Data quality, compliance & risk management: Develop governance standards and processes that ensure data is accessible, secure, and of high quality throughout its lifecycle.
• Data strategy & AI enablement: Support Hydro's Data & Analytics strategy by enabling trusted data for analytics, AI, and emerging digital capabilities.
• Stakeholder management & capability building: Facilitate the Data Governance Council and collaborate with business, IT, legal, compliance, and digital teams.

Skills

Data governance

Data management

Analytics

Stakeholder management

AI support

Education

Higher degree in relevant field

Job description

Establish and implement Hydro's global data governance framework, policies, and operating model to support analytics and AI initiatives.

• Higher degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, STEM, or similar
• Experience with data governance, data management, analytics, digital transformation, or management consulting
• Understanding of data quality, metadata management, data platforms, and analytics
• Excellent English skills are required; Norwegian is an advantage
• Experience supporting AI or advanced analytics initiatives is an advantage
• Opportunity to shape Hydro's global data governance capabilities
• High degree of autonomy and flexibility in an international environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and strategic impact

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.

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
([phone]

Recruiter

Julia Agathe Vetlesen, HR Specialist
([phone]

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• Informatikk

A job where you make a difference.

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