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We are looking for a Data Governance Specialist/Lead to shape and advance enterprise data governance for a financial services organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This position will establish practical standards that strengthen data quality, privacy, security, and regulatory alignment across critical information assets. The role blends strategic direction with hands-on execution, working closely with business, technology, risk, and compliance partners to create a scalable governance framework that supports trusted decision-making. Competitive salary with bonus!
Job Responsibility
Develop and expand the company’s data governance framework, moving foundational practices into a more established and sustainable operating model
Partner with stakeholders across business, technology, security, and compliance to define governance policies, data standards, and ownership expectations
Administer and optimize governance-related platforms and tools that support metadata management, data lineage, and data quality monitoring
Identify data issues that affect accuracy, consistency, or usability, and lead remediation efforts that improve confidence in enterprise reporting and analytics
Establish processes that promote adherence to privacy, security, and regulatory obligations affecting financial data assets
Drive governance initiatives that improve how data is classified, documented, controlled, and used throughout the organization
Facilitate cross-functional discussions to resolve data management challenges, align priorities, and encourage adoption of governance best practices
Provide leadership on data integrity efforts by defining measurable controls, monitoring outcomes, and recommending continuous improvements
Requirements
At least 5 years of experience in data governance, data operations, or a closely related data management function
Demonstrated success leading governance programs or broader data transformation efforts within complex organizations
Practical experience with tools used for metadata management, lineage tracking, and data quality oversight
Strong understanding of data privacy, information security, and compliance expectations relevant to regulated environments
Proficiency with Microsoft SQL and experience analyzing data to support governance decisions and issue resolution
Familiarity with business intelligence, business analysis, and data architecture concepts, including technologies such as BusinessObjects and Erwin Data
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders while influencing priorities across teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with data cleansing, IT audit considerations, and governance controls