Authoritative Data Sourcing and Lineage Lead
Job Title: Authoritative Data Sourcing and Lineage Lead
Join Our Dynamic Team!
Are you passionate about data governance and eager to drive change in an innovative environment? Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Authoritative Data Sourcing and Lineage Lead to take charge of shaping their approach to trusted data sourcing and end-to-end data traceability. If you're ready to make a significant impact with your expertise, we want to hear from you!
Salary: 55,000 - 65,000
Duration: Perm
Location: Wokingham (with some travel to Warwick, will be expensed)
Working Pattern: Hybrid, 1 day per week (not every week) 37.00 Mon - Fri
Start date: ASAP
Key Responsibilities:
Governance & Operating Model:
Lead the development and enforcement of authoritative data sourcing and data lineage governance processes. Champion certified authoritative data sources and promoted adherence to lineage standards to ensure reliable, auditable, and trusted data foundations.
Delivery & Execution:
Manage the ADS and DL workplan, prioritizing backlogs and delivery milestones with data owners and stakeholders to ensure effective execution.
External Data Sourcing & Procurement:
Spearhead external data sourcing and procurement processes, collaborating with Procurement, Architecture, Data Owners, and other key stakeholders.
Technical Leadership:
Oversee ADS and DL initiatives, providing quality assurance to ensure alignment with governance standards and policies.
Stakeholder Management:
Act as the primary contact for data owners, product owners, and compliance teams. Champion the value of ADS and DL practices, ensuring consistent adoption across the organization.
Team Capability Building:
Provide training and support to team members and business users on authoritative data sources, guiding teams in understanding lineage processes and quality expectations.
Essential Skills & Experience:
Proven ability to manage the workplan and roadmap for ADS and DL, aligning initiatives with strategic business objectives.
Deep understanding of data governance frameworks and stewardship processes.
Experience driving ADS and DL initiatives with cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated expertise in data integration, data flows, and architecture design.
Excellent communication skills to articulate data decisions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Proficiency with Data Lineage tools and platforms such as Informatica, IBM InfoSphere, or similar technologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead critical data initiatives and work with a talented team dedicated to excellence in data governance. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring our client's data is credible, traceable, and in line with regulatory expectations.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're excited about shaping the future of data governance and have the skills to drive authoritative data sourcing and lineage, we want to hear from you! Apply today to embark on this rewarding journey with us!
Hiring Manager: Gaihua Fu, Data Provenance Manager
Join us in transforming the world of data! Your expertise could be the key to our success.
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