Data Governance Consultant

Role: Senior Data Governance Consultant

Exp: 5+ Years

Location: Gurugram (Hybrid)

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Data Governance Consultant with 5+ years of experience to lead and orchestrate the assessment of our current data governance landscape, recommend a future-state operating model, and define a practical bridge to achieve it. The ideal candidate is a recognized expert in data governance frameworks and operating models , with deep experience in the insurance industry , and a proven track record of designing and implementing robust Data Governance programs.

This role requires an individual who can facilitate discussions across business and technical stakeholders , guide the implementation of DG solutions, and ensure alignment with enterprise objectives. Expertise in Alation and the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is highly desired.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess current data governance frameworks, policies, and processes across the organization.
• Define and recommend a future-state Data Governance operating model aligned with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Develop a roadmap and bridging strategy to transition from current-state to future-state DG capabilities.
• Lead and facilitate discussions with stakeholders, including business leaders, IT, and data management teams, ensuring alignment and consensus.
• Guide implementation of Data Governance, Master Data Management, and Reference Data Management solutions for insurance carriers.
• Provide hands-on expertise with Alation for data cataloging, stewardship, and metadata management.
• Leverage Google Cloud Platform capabilities for data governance, data catalog, and cloud-based data management solutions.
• Modern Data Governance experience with a focus on AI-led initiatives and opportunities to leverage Agentic and Generative AI capabilities.

Must Haves:

• 5+ years of Data Governance experience
• Strong knowledge of DG frameworks & operating models
• Experience in insurance domain
• Current-state assessment → future-state design → roadmap creation
• Hands-on experience with DG, MDM, RDM implementations
• Strong stakeholder management & facilitation skills

Good to have:

• Alation (data catalog, metadata, stewardship)
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP) data governance experience
• Modern / AI-led Data Governance exposure
• Experience with GenAI / Agentic AI use cases

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.