Senior Principal, Data Governance & Strategy

About Slalom

Slalom launched its New Zealand office in Auckland in 2023 and has since grown to over 80 professionals collaborating with alliance partners to deliver high-value solutions across diverse sectors. We support strategic, technical, business, and transformational goals for our clients in Aotearoa.

Role Overview

This position bridges Data Strategy, Governance, and Analytics to help clients advance their data-driven objectives. You will be instrumental in designing and implementing data governance frameworks that ensure the flow of reliable, quality data throughout client organizations. This role demands a hands-on, client-facing expert capable of converting intricate data issues into actionable business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data governance frameworks, policies, and standards tailored to client needs.
• Collaborate with data owners, stewards, and business stakeholders to establish data ownership structures, stewardship roles, and standardize metadata.
• Perform comprehensive data analysis, profiling, and quality assessments to detect challenges and areas for enhancement.
• Contribute to the design of data catalogs, lineage documentation, and business glossaries.
• Assist with deploying data governance tools and platforms such as Collibra, Informatica, and Alation.
• Lead governance efforts within broader data transformation projects, including modernisation and migration initiatives.
• Communicate insights and governance outcomes effectively to senior leadership using compelling storytelling, visualisations, and executive presentations.
• Provide mentorship to junior analysts and actively contribute to Slalom's thought leadership on data strategy and governance.

Candidate Profile

• Proven expertise in data governance or data management within a professional services context.
• Deep understanding of data governance frameworks like DAMA and data lifecycle management.
• Experience crafting and executing data governance strategies and policies.
• Knowledge of governance tools and metadata management platforms such as Alation, Informatica, and Collibra.
• Skilled in creating educational materials, presentations, and training content to promote data governance awareness.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen interest in navigating complex data landscapes.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities, able to influence both business and technical audiences.
• Adaptable leader, comfortable in multidisciplinary teams and dynamic work environments.

Company Culture and Values

Our workplace culture is shaped by every Slalomer, fostering diversity and inclusive opportunities for all. We aim to build teams reflecting the diversity of the communities we serve. Our values guide daily decisions and behaviours.

Employee Experience

We prioritize work-life balance and respect personal needs. Collaboration and support are central, providing spaces for both connection and focused work. We invest in holistic wellbeing, professional development, and meaningful employee benefits to help our team flourish.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Slalom is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, disability, age, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected category.