Data & AI Governance Consultant (Mid-Senior)

Netcompany Group A/S; Ohio; Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and life insurance

Meal and commuting allowance

Udemy for Business access

Job summary

Netcompany Group A/S in Athens is seeking a Data & AI Governance Consultant (Mid-Senior) to shape data governance, enhance data quality, and enable responsible AI adoption across complex projects.

You will collaborate with data engineers, scientists, IT and business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable governance solutions. Hybrid work and a modern environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Informatics, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Implement data governance solutions across platforms (IBM Knowledge Catalog, Collibra, Purview).
• Develop governance policies covering data classification, access, ownership, and usage.
• Manage metadata, data catalogs, glossaries, data lineage, and stewardship.
• Define data quality rules and monitor compliance with GDPR and regulations.
• Contribute to AI governance initiatives: transparency, traceability, fairness, explainability.
• Document governance requirements in FSDs and process docs.
• Prepare training and onboarding materials to drive adoption.
• Collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, IT, and business stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve data management and governance workflows.

Skills

Data governance

Data management

Data quality

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Documentation

Communication

Project collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT / Computer Science / Information Systems

Tools

IBM Knowledge Catalog

Collibra

Microsoft Purview

IBM Cloud Pak for Data

SQL

Job description

Data & AI Governance Consultant (Mid-Senior)

Company Description

Are you ready to shape the future technological landscape in Europe?

We are dedicated to responsible digitalisation, building innovative, inclusive solutions that drive meaningful impact. With over 8,900 professionals across Europe, we help EU institutions, public and private organisations thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world. Are you ready to shape the future through technology? Your journey starts here. Take a look at some of our impactful projects here: https://netcompany.com/cases/

Job Description

Ever wondered what it feels like to be a Data & AI Governance Consultant (Mid-Senior) at Netcompany?

Joining us as a Data & AI Governance Consultant (Mid-Senior), you will contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of data governance practices that enhance data quality, support regulatory compliance, and enable the responsible adoption of AI.

Working at the intersection of technology, business, and governance, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate business needs and regulatory requirements into practical, scalable solutions. You will help organizations establish trusted data assets, improve data management processes, and develop the foundations for transparent and responsible AI.

As a Data & AI Governance Consultant (Mid-Senior), you will:

• Implement data governance solutions: Support the configuration and administration of governance platforms such as IBM Knowledge Catalog, Collibra, and Microsoft Purview.
• Develop governance policies and processes: Contribute to policies and procedures covering data classification, access control, data ownership, and responsible data usage.
• Manage metadata and trusted data assets: Help maintain data catalogs, business glossaries, data lineage, metadata models, and data stewardship practices.
• Support data quality and compliance: Define and monitor data quality rules and metrics, identify data management issues, and contribute to compliance with GDPR and other relevant regulations and standards.
• Contribute to AI governance initiatives: Support the implementation of governance practices addressing AI transparency, model traceability, fairness, explainability, accountability, and auditability.
• Document governance requirements: Prepare functional documentation, process descriptions, and Functional Specification Documents (FSDs) to translate business and technical requirements into actionable solutions.
• Enable governance adoption: Assist in preparing training materials, onboarding users, and communicating governance processes to technical and business stakeholders.
• Collaborate across teams: Work closely with data engineers, data scientists, IT teams, and business stakeholders to support the delivery of effective and sustainable governance solutions.
• Support continuous improvement: Identify opportunities to improve data management processes, governance workflows, and the quality and accessibility of enterprise data.

Qualifications

What would make you a fit for the role:

• A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Informatics, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality,or a related area.
• Practical exposure to data governance platforms such as IBM Knowledge Catalog, Collibra, or Microsoft Purview.
• A good understanding of data catalogs, metadata management, data quality, data lineage, data ownership, and data stewardship.
• Familiarity with data privacy requirements, particularly GDPR, and the principles of regulatory compliance.
• Basic knowledge of cloud environments, ideally IBM Cloud, Microsoft Azure, or AWS.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into clear functional specifications.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with both technical teams and business stakeholders.
• A structured, proactive approach to work, with the ability to manage assigned tasks, meet deadlines, and contribute effectively within a project team.

It would also be a plus if you match some of the following:

• Certifications or training in data governance platforms, such as IBM, Microsoft Purview, or Collibra, or familiarity with DAMA-DMBOK and the DAMA CDMP framework.
• Experience with IBM Cloud Pak for Data or similar enterprise data management platforms.
• An understanding of AI governance principles, including model explainability, bias detection, transparency, and accountability.
• Exposure to Responsible AI frameworks and tools, such as IBM Watson OpenScale or Microsoft's Responsible AI solutions.
• Basic SQL knowledge and the ability to read, interpret, or work with SQL queries.
• Experience preparing Functional Specification Documents (FSDs), business requirements, or technical process documentation.
• Familiarity with data protection, information security, risk management, or other relevant governance frameworks.

Additional Information

Being a part of the Netcompany team, you will be provided with:

• The opportunity to work in a modern environment & in a hybrid working model
• A seamless onboarding experience and a buddy to support you on your first steps
• A competitive compensation & benefits package
• Health and life insurance program
• Meal and commuting allowance
• Well-being activities (on premises)
• Continuous learning opportunities using the most modern methods (unlimited access to Udemy for Business, ad-hoc trainings)
• A personalized development plan for targeted career growth

If you are looking forward to be part of a diverse environment, and have the opportunity to work alongside well-experienced professionals, on challenging, large-scale projects that directly impact millions of citizens around the globe, then this is the place to be!

By joining Netcompany in Athens, you will be part of a vivid team of 2,300+ tech professionals. When at the office, you'll have the flexibility to work from our three modern, sustainable, and state-of-the-art offices!

We ensure equal opportunities, treatment, and consideration to all candidates. Discrimination based on sex, racial or ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation or marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other factor protected by applicable laws and regulations is prohibited. As part of the Netcompany culture, we respect human rights and focus on creating a positive workplace, where all employees are valued, and where diversity and inclusion are a vital part of our everyday working experience.