Data Governance Consultant

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About the Team

Our Data and AI team is a dynamic group of Data and AI experts, leading the way in delivering AI trust, governance, design, strategy, and development services. We operate in a flat culture with a start-up mindset, fostering open and transparent communication. We serve both the Czech market and cross-border clients, making us a truly international team.

About your Manager

Lukáš is a manager specializing in data management and governance. He gained his focus on data management while working at Ataccama, a leading provider of software for data quality, data cataloging, and master data management. After completing his studies at the Czech Technical University in Prague, he moved to PwC, where he uses his expertise to help meet client's needs in the field of data management.

Job Description & Summary

• Ability to drive delivery of data governance projects, act as subject matter expert, ensuring timely and successful implementation across PwC and client teams.
• Configure and implement industry-standard data governance platforms such as Ataccama, Informatica, Collibra, Purview, Alation, Dawiso, or similar; hands-on configuration experience is essential.
• Define project tasks, delegate responsibilities to delivery teams both within PwC and at client sites and proactively manage project budget and timelines.
• Act as the primary client's liaison to lead strategic discussions, provide expert guidance, and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Own the data governance solution throughout the project lifecycle by identifying opportunities, proposing actionable next steps, and developing both short-term and long-term roadmaps tailored to client needs.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in data governance, with a focus on metadata management, and integrate these insights into project delivery.

Requirements of the Role

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CDMP, PMP) is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in data governance, data management, or data related disciplines.
• Proven track record of successfully leading end-to-end delivery of data governance projects in large, complex environments.
• Hands-on experience configuring and implementing one or more data governance platforms such as Ataccama, Informatica, Collibra, Microsoft Purview, Alation, Dawiso, or similar solutions.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and working in client-facing roles with strong stakeholder management skills.

Technical Skills:

• Deep understanding of data governance frameworks, metadata management, data quality, data cataloging, and data stewardship best practices.
• Strong knowledge of data governance-related technologies, tools, and methodologies.
• Practical experience managing project budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Proficiency in using project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Microsoft Teams).

Leadership and Communication:

• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive approach in identifying risks and mitigating them.
• Communicative level of English and Czech language is a must

Our Benefits and Fun

• Concentrated experience and rapid career growth. It may sound like a platitude, but it really is.
• Flexible working hours.
• Fair salary plus paid overtime and annual bonus.
• Paid time off 20 + 5 days, 3 wellbeing days and 2 extra days off from the company at the end of the year.
• High-end Ultrabook and iPhone with unlimited data.
• Benefit program with 45.000 points that you can use for holidays, education, food vouchers, sports, health... Simply on what you enjoy.
• Support for your education and development: business and digital skills training (e.g. Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau), ongoing training and certification, for example in Microsoft (Azure, PowerApps), project management (Prince2, PMI), service management (ITIL), agile development (Scrum, SAFe), DAMA, Salesforce, coaching and presentation skills and more. We pay for technical certifications and the time you spend studying them.
• Opportunity to work in the future at a foreign PwC office, for example in the USA, Canada and there are others in the selection.
• Extra-work activities and Away Days (team building, etc.).
• Regular feedback on your work, also consultation with a coach with whom you can address your further development and career direction.

PwC is the largest audit team in the Czech Republic, but also law, tax, consulting and technology, data or forensic teams. Find out how easy it is to combine this knowledge when you're in the right place. With us, you will get the opportunity to see how business is done in large companies. We are part of an international network of companies with more than 364,000 colleagues in 151 countries. At PwC, we create an inclusive work environment where everyone can be themselves and find their place and opportunity to develop. This year, we have successfully maintained the prestigious Equal Pay Certification, making us one of only four companies in the Czech Republic (and the only one from the Big 4) that demonstrably implements fair compensation practices regardless of gender.

If you are passionate about AI governance, risk, compliance, and technical validation and eager to make a significant impact with your skills, we encourage you to apply! 🙂