Data Governance Specialist

Imagine your career taking you to the depths of innovation and the heights of impact.Our people enable continuous progress.Their commitment, collective expertise, and unique capabilities are the engine room behind SBM Offshore's - shaping the future of energy, and beyond.About Us:SBM Offshore is the world's deepwater ocean-infrastructure expert.Our work is already resulting in cleaner, more efficient energy production.is our promise to enable that into the future while at the same time using our expertise to support new and existing markets in the blue economy.It starts with Advancing our Core: continuing to advance the decarbonization of traditional energy production.While Pioneering More: helping to enable the energy transition and using our unique capabilities in ocean infrastructure to support more industries to grow sustainably.Sharing our experience for a better blue tomorrow.PurposeAs a Data Governance Specialist, you develop and implement data governance policies and procedures.Support defining data quality, compliance, and data security across the organization.Collaborate with stakeholders to establish best practices and improve data management and integrity.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure data integrity, security, and quality.Collaborate with data stewards, data owners, and business stakeholders to define data standards and guidelines.Monitor and enforce compliance with data governance policies across the organization.Conduct regular data audits to identify and address data quality issues.Provide guidance and support to data users on data governance best practices.Maintain and update data governance documentation, including data dictionaries and metadata repositories.Manage data governance tools and platforms to support data governance activities.I dentify opportunities for improving data management processes and recommend solutions.Coordinate with IT and data management teams to ensure data governance requirements are integrated into system development and maintenance.Facilitate data governance training and awareness programs for employees.Report on data governance metrics and performance to senior management.Lead data governance working groups and committees to drive data governance initiatives.Support the development and implementation of data governance strategies aligned with business objectives.Foster a culture of data governance and stewardship within the organization.EducationBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is required.Certifications such as ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library), PMP (Project Management Professional), or AWS Certified Solutions Architect, demonstrating expertise in data governance and management, are preferred.Proficiency in English is essential for effective communication with team members, stakeholders, and external vendors.A Master's Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.ExperienceMinimum of 5 years of experience in data governance, data management, or a related field, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.Proven experience in developing and implementing data governance strategies and frameworks.Strong technical background with hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and managing complex data infrastructures, including cloud environments and data integration.Demonstrated ability to develop and enforce data governance standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.Experience with data governance tools and frameworks such as Collibra, Informatica, or similar platforms.Strong understanding of data privacy laws and regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and their application in data governance.Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.Strong leadership and team-building skills, with a passion for developing and mentoring talent.Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory.Attributes such as team spirit, problem-solving, creative thinking, and proactivity are essential.Functional CompetenciesComplianceGovernance, Risk and ControlAnalytics and reportingIT Tools and applicationCost and budget controlBusiness PartneringDigital savvyBusiness AcumenContract ManagementManagement of change application