Next-Link
Data Catalog and Data Governance Specialist
Geneva · GE
- Berufsfeld
- Informatik · Data & Analytics
- Ausbildung
- Bachelor
- Sprachkenntnisse
- Englisch
- Lohn
- Geschätzt CHF 80’000–110’000 pro Jahr (100 %)
- Schätzung von jopp, nicht aus dem Inserat.
- Erstmals gesehen
- 25. September 2026
- Zuletzt gesehen
- 25. September 2026
This is a remote position.
Nextlink is seeking an experienced Data Catalog & Customer Data Governance Consultant to support the development and operationalization of enterprise data catalog and metadata management capabilities while strengthening data governance practices across the organization.
The consultant will play a key role in establishing a fit-for-purpose data catalog framework improving metadata management defining data ownership and stewardship models and implementing governance processes for the Customer Domain in alignment with ongoing Master Data Management (MDM) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) initiatives.
The role will contribute directly to improving data quality data literacy AI readiness and the overall value realization of organizational data assets.
Key Responsibilities
- Data Catalog Assessment & Requirements Gathering
Assess current-state data catalog metadata management and data governance capabilities.
Conduct stakeholder interviews and workshops with business and technical teams.
Identify critical data assets metadata requirements stewardship needs and ownership gaps.
Analyze customer data creation maintenance and consumption processes.
Document key data flows systems dependencies risks and improvement opportunities.
Gather and prioritize business requirements for data catalog and governance initiatives.
- Data Catalog & Metadata Management
Develop and recommend a practical enterprise data catalog strategy.
Define priority data catalog use cases and adoption roadmap.
Establish metadata management standards taxonomy classification and onboarding criteria.
Support implementation of metadata management best practices including:
Business Glossaries
Data Lineage
Metadata Standards
Data Asset Documentation
Identify and document AI-ready metadata use cases and responsible AI opportunities.
Drive adoption of data catalog capabilities across business and technical communities.
- Customer Data Governance Framework
Support the establishment and operationalization of enterprise data governance.
Define data domains ownership structures stewardship models and accountability mechanisms.
Develop a comprehensive Customer Data Governance Framework.
Define roles and responsibilities for:
Data Owners
Data Stewards
Data Custodians
Business Users
Technical Teams
Govern and standardize key customer concepts including:
Customer Lifecycle
Customer Journey
Customer Experience
Customer Interactions
Customer Value
Ensure alignment with CRM and MDM initiatives.
- Data Quality Compliance & Audit Support
Support data quality improvement initiatives.
Contribute to governance compliance and audit activities.
Prepare governance documentation assessments evidence and recommendations.
Identify data quality issues and recommend remediation approaches.
Support regulatory and organizational compliance requirements.
- Data Literacy & Change Enablement
Support the design and delivery of the organizations Data Literacy Program.
Develop and deliver:
Training Materials
Workshops
Presentations
Awareness Campaigns
Governance Guides
Promote data culture and adoption of governance practices.
Drive stakeholder engagement and organizational change initiatives.
- Strategic Advisory Support
Provide analytical and operational support to the CDO and Data Office.
Contribute to strategic initiatives related to:
Data Governance
Data Management
Data Culture
Data Transformation
AI Readiness
Perform additional analyses and initiatives as assigned by the CDO.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelors degree in Information Management Computer Science Information Systems Data Science Business Analytics or a related discipline.
Relevant certifications in Data Governance Data Management Metadata Management or MDM are an advantage.
Experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in:
Data Catalog
Metadata Management
Data Governance
Enterprise Data Management
Proven experience implementing or managing enterprise data catalog solutions.
Experience working with business and technical stakeholders.
Experience establishing data ownership stewardship and governance frameworks.
Experience supporting MDM and CRM initiatives is highly desirable.
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of:
Metadata Management
Business Glossaries
Data Lineage
Data Quality Management
Data Governance Frameworks
Data Stewardship Models
Master Data Management (MDM)
Hands-on experience with Informatica Cloud Data Governance and Catalog (CDGC) or Informatica Data Catalog is highly desirable.
Understanding of AI readiness responsible AI and data foundations for AI initiatives.
Soft Skills
Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
Strong communication and facilitation capabilities.
Experience conducting workshops and training programs.
Strong analytical documentation and presentation skills.
Ability to translate business requirements into practical data management solutions.
Experience working in multicultural and international environments.
Language
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Required Skills:
Data Catalog Data Governance
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 300 - 300