Senior Data/Information Manager

Wequel; Södertälje kommun; Hybrid; SEK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

WeQuel seeks a senior data management professional to bridge business and IT in a large enterprise. You will translate strategies into practical, scalable solutions across governance, quality, metadata and information architectures.

The role emphasizes collaboration with data and AI teams, coaching stakeholders, and hands-on transformation delivery in Södertälje, Sweden. Fluency in English is required, Swedish is a plus.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Data Management, Information Management or related fields.
• 5+ years leading enterprise Data/Information Management transformations.
• Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant field.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.
• Proven experience establishing Data Management frameworks and operating models.
• Strong knowledge of Data Governance, Data Quality, MDM and Metadata Management.

Responsibilities

• Translate Data Management strategies into practical implementations.
• Facilitate collaboration between business, IT, data and AI teams.
• Drive knowledge sharing and capability development for sustainable practices.
• Lead hands-on delivery and ensure organizational adoption of new frameworks.

Skills

Data Governance

Data Quality

Metadata Management

Information Architecture

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Information Management/Data Management/CS

Tools

MDM systems

Semantic Modelling

Ontology/Taxonomy

Job description

Connecting business concepts, terminology, metadata, ontologies and technical data structures to improve discoverability, interoperability and AI readiness

Identifying gaps between current Data Management practices and future AI and advanced analytics requirements

Translating strategic objectives and frameworks into practical implementation across business and IT

Facilitating collaboration and alignment between business, IT, architecture, data and AI teams

Driving knowledge sharing, coaching and capability development for sustainable Data Management practices

You will work in a large, complex enterprise environment where you, as a senior, hands-on and delivery-oriented professional, challenge traditional approaches, simplify complex topics and drive meaningful improvements across business and IT.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Data Management, Information Management, Data Governance or related fields
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading or supporting enterprise-level Data and Information Management transformation in complex organizations
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Management, Data Management, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or related field
• Fluent English, written and spoken (required)
• Proven experience establishing and implementing Data Management frameworks, principles, standards and operating models
• Strong knowledge of Data Governance, Data Quality, MDM, Metadata Management and Information Architecture
• Proven ability to translate Data Management strategies and frameworks into practical implementation and adoption
• Strong experience developing and governing enterprise data models, information models, conceptual models, business glossaries, taxonomies or ontologies
• Expertise in semantic modelling and context layers, connecting business meaning, terminology, metadata, relationships and technical data structures
• Ability to establish consistent business definitions and improve discoverability, interoperability and reuse across business and technical environments
• Strong understanding of AI-ready data requirements and how traditional Data Management must evolve to support AI and advanced analytics
• Ability to identify gaps between current Data Management capabilities and future AI requirements
• Experience aligning Data Governance, data quality, metadata, information architecture and business context with AI-driven solutions
• Experience collaborating across business, IT, architecture, data and AI teams in complex enterprise environments
• Proven ability to move from strategic concepts to hands-on implementation and organizational adoption
• Experience supporting business areas in adopting new frameworks, standards, roles and responsibilities
• Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation, coaching and communication skills
• Ability to explain complex Data and Information Management concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Senior, analytical and pragmatic, with a transformation mindset
• Comfortable challenging traditional approaches and introducing new ways of working
• Understanding that successful transformation requires both technical expertise and organizational adoption
• Excellent communicator and facilitator who simplifies complex topics and builds alignment
• Enjoys coaching and helping stakeholders see the business value of improved Data Management
• Collaborative and cross-functional, building strong relationships and influencing across organizational boundaries
• Hands-on, proactive and delivery-oriented, with strong ownership and accountability
• Able to translate strategic objectives into practical solutions while navigating competing priorities in a large enterprise

Meriting

• Advanced degree or professional certifications in Data Management, Data Governance, Enterprise/Information Architecture or AI/Data
• Swedish, particularly for collaboration with local business and organizational stakeholders

Assignment details

• Start: 2026-10-26 (as soon as possible, maximum 30 days' notice period)
• End: 2027-04-25 (maximum 6 months)
• Location: Södertälje, Sweden
• Workload: 100% (full-time)
• Remote: Up to 40% - minimum 3 days per week on-site at the client's office in Södertälje is mandatory, with the expectation to work up to 5 days on-site depending on project activities and business needs. You must be comfortable with a predominantly office-based arrangement and able to accommodate increased on-site presence when required.
• Background check: All consultants must undergo a background check; if selected, you will need to provide your personal identity number (social security number)

We offer

At WeQuel, you become part of a consultant team that values people first - we believe success is created through engagement, collaboration and development. We offer a flat organization with short decision paths, a strong sense of community and the opportunity to shape your own development.