Governance Framework Design

• Develop and lead the implementation of a comprehensive data governance framework that outlines policies and procedures for data quality, ownership, security, and compliance.
• Ensure the governance framework is integrated with Microsoft Purview to enable automated management of data across the organisation.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define data governance goals and priorities in alignment with organisational objectives.

Data Quality Standards

• Define and implement a data quality framework that ensures the consistency, accuracy, and integrity of data across all departments.
• Establish metrics and KPIs for monitoring data quality and create mechanisms to maintain and improve data quality over time.

Data Discovery & Inventory

• Lead data discovery sessions to map out the organisation's data landscape and catalog data assets.
• Leverage Microsoft Purview to set up automatic discovery and cataloging of data assets across the enterprise, ensuring continuous updates to the data inventory.

Security and Compliance Framework

• Work closely with the CISO and other relevant teams to establish a security and compliance framework within the data governance structure, ensuring alignment with regulations such as GDPR and industry standards.
• Configure Purview to support compliance with data privacy laws, setting up alerts, controls, and reporting mechanisms to manage risk.

Microsoft Purview Deployment & Configuration

• Lead the deployment and configuration of Microsoft Purview, ensuring it is fully integrated with the data governance framework for managing data discovery, classification, lineage, and compliance.
• Configure Purview for:
  • Data Discovery: Set up automated discovery of data assets.
  • Data Lineage and Classification: Implement tracking and classification of data based on sensitivity and business relevance.
  • Compliance and Security: Set up privacy and security controls, alerts, and reporting mechanisms to support GDPR and other compliance initiatives.
  • Custom Policies and Automation: Create governance policies and automate workflows, including access controls, data retention, and ownership.

Data Audits & Migration Support

• Conduct data audits to assess data quality and security, ensuring data is ready for migration to new systems.
• Support data migration efforts by conducting targeted data audits, focusing on data readiness and compliance with governance standards.

Transformation Planning

• Develop and manage plans for data migration and transformation processes, ensuring smooth transitions from Legacy systems to new platforms.
• Ensure governance frameworks are upheld throughout transformation projects, safeguarding data quality and security.

Training & Knowledge Transfer

• Organise and conduct training sessions to ensure key stakeholders and data stewards understand the new governance standards and can effectively implement them.
• Ensure smooth transition and knowledge transfer as part of the Purview deployment and overall governance strategy.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Set up dashboards and reports using Microsoft Purview to provide ongoing monitoring of data governance activities.
• Provide regular progress reports to senior leadership on the development of the data governance framework and the success of Purview deployment.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Facilitate regular meetings with stakeholders (eg, data owners, IT, legal, compliance) to ensure alignment on governance objectives.
• Act as a central point of contact for any issues or questions related to data governance and the Purview deployment.

Required skills and Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft Purview: Proven experience in deploying and configuring Microsoft Purview for data discovery, classification, lineage, and compliance management.
• GDPR Expertise: Strong understanding and practical experience with GDPR regulations, including data privacy, security, and compliance.
• Data Governance Expertise: Experience in developing and implementing comprehensive data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Data Quality Management: Deep understanding of data quality principles, including data consistency, accuracy, integrity, and completeness.
• Security and Compliance: Experience working with security frameworks and regulatory compliance, especially in the context of data governance and management.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with data management tools, cloud platforms, and enterprise systems (Azure, SQL, etc.) in addition to Microsoft Purview.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple data governance projects, from planning to execution, while aligning with organisational goals.
• Training and Knowledge Transfer: Experience in conducting training sessions and knowledge transfer initiatives for various stakeholders.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders across the organisation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in data governance (eg, CDMP), GDPR, or relevant data management platforms.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure for data management and governance.
• Background in data migration projects and experience in handling large-scale data transformations.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Successful design and implementation of a data governance framework .
• Effective integration of Microsoft Purview into governance processes, with automated data discovery and classification.
• Compliance with GDPR and other regulatory requirements.
• Improvement in data quality metrics, as tracked through data audits.
• Successful data migration and transformation efforts with minimal disruption.
• Completion of training sessions and effective knowledge transfer across teams.