Data Governance Lead

GT was founded in 2019 by a former Apple, Nest, and Google executive. GT’s mission is to connect the world’s best talent with product careers offered by high-growth companies in the UK, USA, Canada, Germany, and the Netherlands.

On behalf of our client, Asahi Europe & International, GT is looking for a Data Governance Lead.

About the Client

Imagine working with some of the most iconic brands in the world – including Grolsch and Peroni Nastro Azzurro. At Asahi Europe & International, you’ll join a global leader in the beer and beverage industry, with a rich portfolio that spans from premium beers to innovative beverages.

Asahi Europe & International is part of Asahi Group Holdings, a global beer, spirits, soft drinks and food group with leading positions in European and Asia-Pacific markets, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan. As of November 2020, Asahi Europe & International Group runs 19 production facilities in 8 countries across Europe, and is the custodian of some of the best beer brands in the world, including Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch and Kozel.

Within the Asahi Group, the remit of Asahi Europe and International is also to develop and manage all export markets globally, outside of Japan and Oceania. Covering 90 markets and with over 10,000 passionate colleagues on board, the business is well positioned to inspire people around the world to drink better.

About the Role

The Data Governance Lead is a pivotal role within the AEI Data & Analytics (D&A) organization, responsible for establishing a comprehensive data governance and security strategy. This role will drive the strategic direction of Asahi data initiatives, ensuring data quality, consistency, and security to enable informed decision-making and achieve strategic organizational objectives.

Responsibilities:

1. Strategy & Compliance:

   • Develop and lead a data governance strategy ensuring data quality, consistency, security, and regulatory compliance.

   • Establish and enforce policies, adapting to industry standards and evolving regulations.

   • Implement monitoring systems to track compliance, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement.

2. Data Governance, Quality & Security:

   • Oversee master data management, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and reliability.

   • Monitor data quality across transactional and analytical systems to uphold high standards.

   • Optimize self-service analytics while maintaining governance and security controls.

   • Enforce robust security and monitor access management to protect sensitive information.

3. Stakeholder Management & Communication:

   • Collaborate with senior and executive stakeholders to drive alignment on data governance strategy.

   • Act as a trusted advisor, translating complex technical concepts into actionable insights.

   • Lead communication and training initiatives to ensure stakeholders understand their roles in maintaining governance standards.

4. Leadership & Team Development:

   • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing data governance team.

   • Ensure quality assurance across all governance activities and build expertise within the team.

5. Thought Leadership & Innovation:

   • Provide industry insights on best practices, emerging trends, and innovative approaches.

   • Shape the strategic direction of data governance to align with broader business objectives.

Essential knowledge, skills & experience:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Data Science, Information Management, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in data governance, data management, or a related field.

• Proven track record of leading and implementing data governance programs in a complex organizational environment.

• Experience in developing and maintaining data governance frameworks, policies, and standards. Demonstrated success in driving data quality and integrity initiatives.

• Proficiency in data governance and MDM tools and technologies, such as Semarchy, Cluedin, Stibo, SAP MDG, Purview, Alation, or similar platforms.

  • Strong understanding of data management practices, including master data management (MDM), data lineage, metadata management, data quality management, and data stewardship.

  • Expertise with data quality monitoring behind transactional data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

• Knowledge of data and analytics product certification processes to ensure data products meet quality and governance standards.

• Experience in promoting self-service delivery of data and analytics while maintaining governance and security controls.

• Strong understanding of data security and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) and their implications for data governance.

• Experience with data integration, ETL processes, and database management systems.

• Relevant certifications such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Data Governance and Stewardship Professional (DGSP), or similar are highly desirable.

Main Competencies:

• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Experience in facilitating training and workshops to promote data governance awareness and best practices.

• Highly analytical mindset with a strong ability to analyze data and identify patterns, trends, and issues.

• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to develop and implement effective solutions for data governance challenges.

• Solid project management skills with experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Interview Steps

1. GT interview with Recruiter

2. Introductory Interview with Asahi

3. Technical Interview with Asahi

4. Final interview