Data Management & Enablement Lead (FTC)
At a glance
Senior Data Architecture & Governance role at PwC. Dublin · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate €83,538–€102,450 across Ireland.
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What you'll do
- Guide Collibra’s rollout and ongoing improvement, setting the roadmap, governance, delivery checkpoints and measures
- Establish Collibra’s operating approach, covering data ownership, stewardship, workflows, platform oversight and support
- Set metadata rules, glossaries and taxonomies, then help business teams bring priority data assets and use cases into the catalogue
- Increase platform use with stakeholder outreach, communications and training, and track adoption and business value
- Coordinate data initiatives by turning business priorities into plans and managing scope, risks, dependencies and reporting
What you bring
- At least six years in data management, governance, strategy, technology change or a related role
- You have led implementation and uptake of Collibra or a similar enterprise data catalogue or intelligence platform
- You have worked with metadata, taxonomies, data ownership and onboarding data assets
- A third-level qualification is required; a data management qualification is preferred
Who this fits
This manager-level role suits someone who can lead cross-team initiatives independently and work with senior stakeholders across business, technology, risk and global groups. It is a twelve-month fixed-term contract in Dublin. Work visa sponsorship is unavailable.
From the employer
Line of Service
Internal Firm ServicesIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
Data AnalyticsManagement Level
ManagerJob Description & Summary
We are seeking a proactive and strategic Manager to join the Chief Data Office (CDO) team on a fixed term contract for 12 months. The role will lead data management and enablement initiatives, with a particular focus on implementing and embedding Collibra as the firm's Enterprise Data Catalogue (EDC). Working in partnership with Lines of Service (LoS), technology, risk, legal and global teams, the role will strengthen data governance, metadata management and data discoverability to support analytics, GenAI and wider digital transformation.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the implementation, adoption and ongoing development of Collibra as the firm's EDC, including roadmap, governance, delivery milestones and success measures.
Design and embed the Collibra operating model, including data ownership, stewardship, roles, workflows, platform governance and support arrangements.
Define metadata standards, business glossaries, taxonomies and minimum metadata requirements to improve data consistency and discoverability.
Partner with LoS and business teams to identify, prioritise and onboard data assets and use cases into the EDC.
Drive EDC adoption through stakeholder engagement, communications, training and monitoring of platform usage and business value.
Lead and coordinate data strategy and enablement initiatives with LoS and business teams, translating priorities into practical roadmaps and measurable outcomes.
Develop project plans and manage scope, milestones, dependencies, risks, issues and reporting across concurrent CDO initiatives.
Embed data governance and lifecycle practices that support responsible data access, reuse, analytics and GenAI.
Implement data policies and standards agreed by the Data Governance Board and promote alignment with global and network requirements.
Collaborate across business, Technology, Risk, Legal, Information Security and global teams to deliver sustainable data capabilities.
Advocate for a data-driven culture and promote good data management and stewardship practices across the firm.
Education/Professional Qualifications:
Candidates to have minimum a third level qualification (a qualification in data management desirable)
Experience Required:
6+ years of experience in data management, data governance, data strategy, technology transformation or a related role.
Experience leading the implementation and adoption of Collibra or a comparable enterprise data catalogue or data intelligence platform.
Experience in metadata management, taxonomy development, data ownership and data asset onboarding.
Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing plans, risks, dependencies, governance and reporting.
Ability to translate business requirements into practical data management processes and technology-enabled solutions.
Experience engaging senior stakeholders and working across business, technology, risk and global teams.
Understanding of the data foundations required for analytics, GenAI and responsible data reuse.
Experience delivering change, communications, training and adoption activities for new data capabilities.
Personal Qualities
Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional initiatives.
Ability to handle multi-tasking environment, meet deadlines, and work with a wide range stakeholders
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, with storytelling
Demonstrates enthusiasm & commitment to work
Ability to develop business relationships internally and externally
Demonstrates a commitment to quality and integrity
Proactive work approach and ability to demonstrate good judgement
We’re committed to building an inclusive culture that empowers our people to thrive and feel a sense of belonging at PwC. We seek to attract talented people from different backgrounds with diverse perspectives who can bring innovation and creativity. At PwC, your hard work doesn't go unnoticed. We celebrate your achievements not just within the firm, but among your peers as well. Our rewards are designed to fit your unique lifestyle and needs. And because being part of PwC should be rewarding every day, you'll have access to PwC perks a handpicked selection of exclusive discounts, experiences, and extras just for being part of our team.
Application support
We are committed to an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know (ie_experiencedhireteam@pwc.com). All requests will be treated confidentially and supported wherever possible to help you showcase your strengths.
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Automation, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creative Solutions Development, Creativity, Data Governance Training, Data Infrastructure, Data Integrity, Data Management Plan (DMP), Data Monetization, Data Quality Improvement Plans (DQIP), Data Stewardship Frameworks, Data Strategy, Data Warehouse Governance, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Information Security, Intellectual Curiosity, Knowledge Management {+ 15 more}Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
0%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
NoGovernment Clearance Required?
NoJob Posting End Date