Principal Data Governance Analyst
About The Position
The Principal Data Governance Analyst is a senior contributor within the Data Governance organization, responsible for driving enterprise‑wide data governance practices, improving data management processes, and enabling high‑quality, trusted data across the business. This role partners closely with executive sponsors, business process owners, data stewards, and technical teams to ensure that data standards, policies, and governance frameworks are defined, adopted, and operationalized at scale. The Principal Analyst acts as a strategic advisor and facilitator of governance forums—including the Data Governance Council and Governance Network—ensuring alignment, decisions, and accountability across the enterprise.
Requirements
- 8–12+ years in Data Governance, Data Quality, Master Data Management, Product Management or related roles.
- Strong understanding of data governance frameworks at lifesciences industry.
- Experience leading executive‑level forums.
- Excellent analytical skills with ability to translate business needs into structured data requirements.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and influencing skills across all levels of the organization.
- Experience with governance/MDM platforms and issue‑management workflows.
- Ability to navigate complex enterprise landscapes and drive alignment in a matrixed environment.
Responsibilities
- Governance Leadership & Facilitation
- Data Quality & Requirements Management
- Process Improvement & Operational Excellence
- Standards, Policies & Framework Development
- Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Strategic Contribution to Enterprise Data Initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Education Level
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