Data & AI Governance Specialist

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We are seeking a Data & AI Governance Specialist to support the growth and maturity of an enterprise-wide Data & AI Governance function.This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in strengthening data governance, supporting responsible AI adoption, and improving the quality, visibility and control of organisational data assets. Working closely with Data Owners, Data Stewards, governance leaders and key business stakeholders, you will help embed governance practices that enable data-driven decision making, analytics, automation and AI initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Support Data & AI governance processes, forums and reporting
Administer Microsoft Purview, including metadata, business glossary and data catalogue management
Produce governance metrics, dashboards and management information
Support Data Owners and Data Stewards with governance activities
Maintain governance documentation, audit records and evidence
Assist with AI governance reviews, compliance monitoring and assurance activities
Help drive governance awareness and continuous improvement initiatives

Essential Experience

Microsoft Purview experience
Background in Data Governance or Information Governance
Experience with data catalogues, metadata and governance frameworks
Strong reporting, documentation and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience producing governance metrics and management information

DesirableData stewardship experience
Audit and compliance support
DAMA, Microsoft or governance certifications
Experience within a large, complex organisation

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