Why SoftwareOne? SOAR - SoftwareOne Academy Returnship Programme - Ready to soar in your career once more? Apply now and be part of SoftwareOne - Are you ready to rejoin the workforce and take your career to new heights? We're excited to offer you an opportunity as a Data Governance Expert in our SOAR Program at SoftwareOne. This paid program is designed for talented professionals who've had a career break of at least 4 months and are eager to make a comeback. SoftwareOne welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, email us at reasonable.accommodations@softwareone.com. Please include the role for which you are applying and your country location. Someone from our organization that is not part of the decision-making process will be in touch to discuss your specific needs and we will make every effort to accommodate you. Any information shared will be stored securely and treated in the strictest of confidence in line with GDPR. What we offer Stipend for the 12-week SOAR program: Receive financial support throughout the duration of our 12-week SOAR program. Enhanced Skill Development: Engage in a structured learning program tailored to update and expand your expertise in your respective field. Remote role. This is a 100% remote role, but we offer you the possibility to go to our Madrid office whenever you want to! Real-World Project Assignments: Contribute to actual projects and initiatives within our organization, making an immediate impact. Collaboration and Networking Opportunities: Cultivate relationships with colleagues, leaders, and mentors to foster a supportive work environment. Engage in networking opportunities to expand your professional connections within the organization. Innovation and Problem-Solving: Apply your skills and fresh perspective to identify innovative solutions for organizational challenges. Participate in brainstorming sessions and offer valuable insights to drive continuous improvement. A Winning Culture, Inclusive Environment, and Friendly Global Community: Be part of an organization with a strong winning culture, an inclusive and welcoming environment, and a network of amiable colleagues from around the world. At SoftwareOne, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Additionally, we encourage experienced individuals that have taken an intentional career break and are now prepared to return to work to explore our SOAR program. The role What you’ll do: The Data Governance Expert is responsible for the implementation, management, and oversight of the data governance framework within the organization. This role, being part of MDM and Data Governance team, ensures that the data governance processes are robust, scalable, and aligned with the overall data strategy of the organization. The role holder will collaborate actively with various stakeholders in Business and IT to challenge and streamline processes for an optimized operational efficiency, compliancy and data quality reliability. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement data governance frameworks. Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and industry standards. Coordinate and facilitate the collaboration between Data Engineers and Business Collaborate with data stewards and data analysts to define data standards and data quality metrics. Monitor and enforce data governance policies and procedures. Conduct workshops with Business to analyse requirements and challenge existing processes. Provide training and support to data users on data governance practices. Coordinate data council meetings and activities according to the data governance agenda. Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in data governance and data management. What we need to see from you Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Management, Computer Science, Information Management, or a related field. A career break of at least of 4 months and a strong desire to reintegrate into the workforce. At least 5 years of experience in data governance, data management, or a related role. Hands on, solution oriented and creative thinking. Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, policies, and best practices. Knowledge of data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and industry standards. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Experience with data governance tools and technologies (e.g., Collibra, Informatica) is a plus. Excellent written and spoken English Job Function IT & Solutions