Data Governance Senior Associate [US Client]

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Data Governance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in data management focus on organising and maintaining data to enable accuracy and accessibility for effective decision-making. These individuals handle data governance, quality control, and data integration to support business operations.

In data governance at PwC, you will focus on establishing and maintaining policies and procedures to optimise the quality, integrity, and security of data. You will be responsible for optimising data management processes and mitigate risks associated with data usage.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Job Summary:

The Senior Associate – Data Governance will support data engineering and management initiatives, focusing on developing data solutions, conducting quality checks, and collaborating with team members to ensure accurate and reliable data delivery. The role is part of a team dedicated to helping clients implement effective data governance programs that protect against threats, enable data-driven transformation, and drive growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deploy data governance solutions, including data lineage and data flow inventory.
• Implement structured data archiving and lifecycle management activities.
• Lead and manage teams in requirements gathering, tool implementation, testing, and production rollout.
• Define strategy, operating model, policies, standards, and process documentation for data governance projects.
• Collaborate with business development teams to write and present proposals.
• Contribute to project planning, engagement administration, and budget management.
• Apply data governance concepts such as data cataloging, data lineage, and data stewardship.
• Evaluate new solutions and services, providing business cases for adoption.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or related field.
• 5–8 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and Python.
• Experience with at least one major data governance platform (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica).
• Knowledge of enterprise metadata management, data architecture, profiling, and quality.
• Experience with DCAM or related data governance frameworks.
• Excellent documentation and presentation skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., DAMA, CDMP, Collibra Ranger) are a plus.

• Understand the importance of have a correct information management
• Knowledge of Information Security and Data Protection
• Correct Information Security Management

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to ethnicity; creed; color; religion; national origin; age; disability; neurodiversity; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; marital; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an inclusive organization and equal opportunity employer.

Travel Requirements

Not Specified