Data Steward / Metadata Specialist

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Quality Assurance, or equivalent field.

Job Description

We are looking for a competent Data Governance Consultant to join our global team to oversee data governance compliance, validate artefacts, and ensure adherence to data management standards and policies. In this role, you will act as a key assurance layer across multiple data governance PODs, supporting consistency and quality throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with DGO and project teams to recommend policy updates or control improvements.

Assess adherence to governance policies (DAMA, DCAM, ISO 8000, ADDA / NESA).

Review metadata, lineage, and DQ artefacts to ensure completeness and consistency.

Validate RACI adherence, ownership assignments, and stewardship logs.

Conduct QA reviews of CDE inventories, data classifications, and governance workflows.

Prepare governance QA reports and track remediation progress.

Participate in client and internal review sessions to present QA findings.

Collaborate with project managers to ensure timely governance reviews within delivery timelines.

Key Skills Requirements

4-6 years of experience in data governance, QA, compliance, or audit roles.

Experience reviewing artefacts in governance tools (Purview, Informatica, Collibra, etc.).

Familiarity with DAMA, DCAM, ISO 8000, or ADDA / NESA frameworks.

Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills.

Proven client-facing experience and ability to manage governance review sessions.

Additional Requirements

Preferred Certifications

ISO 9001 / ISO 8000 Auditor

DAMA CDMP or DCAM Certified Professional

Governance QA or Compliance Management Certification