Position Summary

We are seeking a meticulous and proactive Data Steward to join our Data Operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and ensuring the quality, security, and governance of data. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders, data owners, and technical teams to maintain data integrity, compliance, and availability to support data-driven decisions across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and enforce data governance policies and best practices for organizational data.
• Monitor and maintain data quality by identifying and resolving discrepancies, inconsistencies, and inaccuracies.
• Develop and manage data validation processes to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Manage the lifecycle of data, including onboarding, updates, archiving, and retention, in compliance with policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Security, HR, IT, and other departments to ensure data is collected, stored, and used correctly and efficiently.
• Define and maintain metadata and data dictionaries for data assets.
• Partner with data owners, analysts, and technical teams to establish clear data ownership and stewardship processes.
• Collaborate with the Data Operations team to align business data processes with broader data operations goals and initiatives.
• Ensure data is handled securely, adhering to privacy and security policies, including access controls and encryption.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure data complies with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational standards.
• Assist in the identification and mitigation of risks associated with data handling and sharing.
• Identify opportunities for improving data workflows and automation within data management.
• Implement tools and systems to enhance data governance and streamline data operations processes.
• Contribute to building a data-driven culture by educating stakeholders on the importance of data quality and governance.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Management, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in data stewardship, data management, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of data governance principles, data quality management, and data lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, ADP) and other HR data platforms.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and experience implementing compliance measures.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques, with experience in tools like Google Sheets, SQL, or data visualization platforms (e.g., Looker, Tableau, Power BI).
• Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and explain data concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Fluent in English

Preferred:

• Certifications in data governance, such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or similar.
• Familiarity with ETL tools, data integration platforms, and cloud-based data solutions.
• Knowledge of analytics and reporting specific to HR metrics and KPIs.

About You

You are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for ensuring data integrity and governance. With expertise in managing sensitive data, particularly HR-related information, you excel in creating and maintaining processes that ensure data is accurate, secure, and aligned with business goals. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with stakeholders and technical teams to drive a data-driven culture across the organization.