Data Governance Lead

EXL; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the United States is seeking a Senior Data Governance Consultant to lead assessment and implementation of data governance frameworks tailored for the insurance industry. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience and be proficient in tools like Alation and Google Cloud Platform. Responsibilities include recommending a future-state model and guiding stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business goals. This role offers opportunities to utilize AI-led initiatives within data governance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data governance and consulting.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing data governance programs.

Responsibilities

• Assess current data governance frameworks, policies, and processes.
• Define and recommend a future-state Data Governance operating model.
• Develop a roadmap to transition from current-state to future-state DG capabilities.
• Lead discussions with business leaders, IT, and data management teams.

Skills

Data governance frameworks and operating models

Facilitation skills across stakeholders

Experience in insurance industry

Hands-on expertise with Alation

Leveraging Google Cloud Platform capabilities

Tools

Alation

Google Cloud Platform

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Data Governance Consultant with 5+ years of experience to lead and orchestrate the assessment of our current data governance landscape, recommend a future-state operating model, and define a practical bridge to achieve it. The ideal candidate is a recognized expert in data governance frameworks and operating models, with deep experience in the insurance industry, and a proven track record of designing and implementing robust Data Governance programs.

This role requires an individual who can facilitate discussions across business and technical stakeholders, guide the implementation of DG solutions, and ensure alignment with enterprise objectives. Expertise in Alation and the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Assess current data governance frameworks, policies, and processes across the organization.
• Define and recommend a future-state Data Governance operating model aligned with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Develop a roadmap and bridging strategy to transition from current-state to future-state DG capabilities.
• Lead and facilitate discussions with stakeholders, including business leaders, IT, and data management teams, ensuring alignment and consensus.
• Guide implementation of Data Governance , Master Data Management , and Reference Data Managementsolutions for insurance carriers.
• Provide hands-on expertise with Alation for data cataloging, stewardship, and metadata management.
• Leverage Google Cloud Platform capabilities for data governance, data catalog, and cloud-based data management solutions.
• Modern Data Governance experience with a focus on AI-led initiatives and opportunities to leverage Agentic and Generative AI capabilities

For more information on benefits and what we offer please visit us at https://www.exlservice.com/us-careers-and-benefits