Senior Data Steward

PBT Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A data-driven organization in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Data Steward to champion data governance and quality across the enterprise. In this role, you will develop and enforce data standards, resolve data issues, and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and experience in data management, along with a degree in a relevant field. Join a dynamic team committed to driving data excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in data management, governance, and architecture.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and data life cycles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce data standards and processes.
• Act as a proxy for business data owners.
• Resolve data issues and guide strategic decisions.
• Monitor data quality and optimize workflows.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and data security.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication abilities

Collaboration abilities

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

DAMA-DMBOK certification

Job description

Senior Data Steward vacancy in Johannesburg.

Are you passionate about data and driven by analytical thinking? PBT Group is looking for a Data Steward to champion data governance and quality across the enterprise.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with stakeholders to define standards, resolve data issues, and ensure compliance—while using your critical thinking skills to drive meaningful insights and improvements.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and enforce data standards and processes.
• Act as a proxy for business data owners.
• Resolve data issues and guide strategic decisions.
• Monitor data quality and optimize workflows.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and data security.

What You Bring:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in data management, governance, and architecture.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and data life cycles.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Banking experience and ETL knowledge are a plus.

Qualifications Required:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• DAMA-DMBOK certification is advantageous.