
Senior Data Governance Specialist
Prima Power
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Madrid • Spain
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About the role
- Define and maintain the governance framework (domains, councils/forums, decision rights, RACI).
- Govern and scale Business Glossary, KPI/metric definitions, data dictionaries, and documentation standards.
- Establish standards and processes for data lineage and define governance requirements for new data products.
- Define DQ strategy for critical domains and drive root-cause analysis patterns.
- Create playbooks, templates, and training to embed governance in delivery, mentoring junior profiles.
Requirements
- 6+ years of experience in Data Governance / Data Management / Analytics Governance in complex organizations (ideally regulated environments).
- Proven experience designing and running governance mechanisms end-to-end: operating model, stewardship/ownership, glossary & metrics, metadata/catalog, lineage, access & privacy controls, and data quality.
- Strong understanding of governance capabilities and maturity concepts.
- Ability to influence without authority: strong stakeholder management, facilitation, negotiation, and communication across technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong problem solving, pragmatic approach, and ability to drive execution in ambiguous environments.
Benefits
- Work Your Way: Enjoy hybrid working, with a mix of home and office days. Plus, for up to 30 days per year, work from anywhere.
- Grow with us: Get access to learning resources, mentorship, and a growth plan tailored to you.
- Thrive and perform: Enjoy private healthcare, gym discounts, wellbeing programs, and mental health support.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
Data GovernanceData ManagementAnalytics GovernanceGovernance FrameworkData Quality StrategyData LineageMetadata ManagementKPI DefinitionsData DictionariesDocumentation Standards
Soft Skills
Stakeholder ManagementFacilitationNegotiationCommunicationProblem SolvingInfluence Without AuthorityMentoringPragmatic ApproachExecution in Ambiguous Environments