Data Governance Consultant

JSR Tech Consulting; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 82,656 - 110,208; Full time

Job summary

JSR Tech Consulting is looking for a Data Governance Consultant for a long-term contract with a financial services firm in Newark, NJ. This hybrid role requires collaboration with business and technology teams to establish data governance standards, ensuring data quality and compliance.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in data governance and is proficient in SQL and data management practices. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Data Governance or related disciplines.
• Experience developing enterprise data governance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of data governance concepts.

Responsibilities

• Partner with teams to establish data governance practices.
• Define and implement governance standards and practices.
• Support initiatives focused on data quality and compliance.

Skills

Data Governance Expertise

Data Management

Data Quality

Data Stewardship

SQL

Communication

Analytical Skills

Tools

Informatica

Collibra

Alation

Microsoft Purview

AWS

Azure

Snowflake

Job description

Long-Term Contract Opportunity with a Major Financial Services Firm

Location: Newark, NJ (Hybrid – 3 Days/Week Onsite)

Duration: Long-Term Contract

Pay Rate: Up to $80/hr W2

Employment Type: W2 Only (No Corp-to-Corp)

Candidates: Local Candidates Only

We are seeking a Data Governance Consultant to help drive enterprise‑wide data governance initiatives within a leading financial services organization. This role will focus on establishing and enhancing data governance frameworks, defining best practices, improving data quality, and partnering with both business and technology teams to ensure trusted, well‑managed data across the organization.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of data governance expertise and technical capability, with experience working in financial services, fintech, banking, payments, capital markets, or similar highly regulated environments. This is a hands‑on consulting role requiring both strategic thinking and the ability to work directly with data, systems, and stakeholders.

What You Can Expect on a Typical Day

• Partner with business and technology teams to establish and mature enterprise data governance practices
• Define, document, and implement data governance standards, policies, procedures, and operating models
• Develop and promote best practices related to data quality, metadata management, data lineage, stewardship, and data ownership
• Collaborate with data owners, business stakeholders, and technical teams to improve data management processes across the organization
• Support enterprise initiatives focused on data quality, regulatory compliance, and risk management
• Identify data governance gaps and recommend process improvements to strengthen data controls and governance maturity
• Facilitate discussions with business and technical teams to establish governance requirements and drive adoption
• Assist in the development and implementation of data governance metrics, reporting, and monitoring processes
• Partner with data engineering, analytics, and architecture teams to ensure governance principles are incorporated into data solutions
• Support data cataloging, metadata management, and lineage initiatives
• Participate in governance councils, working groups, and enterprise data management initiatives
• Provide guidance and education to stakeholders on governance standards and best practices

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Data Stewardship, or related disciplines
• Experience developing or implementing enterprise data governance frameworks, policies, and best practices
• Strong understanding of data governance concepts, including:
• Data Quality
• Metadata Management
• Data Stewardship
• Data Ownership
• Data Cataloging
• Experience working within financial services, banking, fintech, payments, insurance, capital markets, or other regulated industries
• Ability to communicate effectively with both business and technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Experience facilitating cross‑functional discussions and driving consensus across stakeholder groups

Technical Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience working with SQL for data analysis, validation, profiling, and governance‑related activities
• Experience using Python for data analysis, data quality assessment, automation, or governance initiatives
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex data structures, relationships, and business processes
• Familiarity with enterprise data platforms, databases, and cloud‑based data environments
• Understanding of data architecture and data lifecycle management concepts

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data governance platforms such as Informatica, Collibra, Alation, Microsoft Purview, or similar tools
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements related to financial services data management
• Experience supporting large‑scale data transformation or modernization initiatives
• Familiarity with AWS, Azure, Snowflake, Databricks, or other modern data platforms
• Experience establishing data governance programs within complex enterprise environments