Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.
What you’ll do
As a Senior Data Governance Specialist you will lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of data governance policies, procedures, and frameworks to ensure effective data management across the organisation. This role requires close collaboration with project teams to integrate data governance controls into solution design, along with strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills to engage diverse business and technology stakeholders. Expertise in data-related regulatory requirements, Responsible AI implementation, and data management tools is desired.
Key deliverables:
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Design and deploy data governance frameworks, policies, standards and controls, ensuring organisation wide adoption.
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Partner with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve data governance challenges.
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Work closely with project teams to ensure data governance controls are implemented.
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Develop and implement metadata solutions to ensure robust data definitions and data lineage documentation are available in a central metadata repository.
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Deliver training and guidance to diverse teams on data governance policies and procedures.
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Perform data audits and assessments to ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies.
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Contribute to enhancement of data management, governance and data modelling processes, including data lineage and data quality.
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Collaborate with stakeholders from business teams including architects, BAs, Data & Analytics, Legal & Compliance to get specialist advice and implement solutions.
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Manage change management activities related to data governance initiatives.
What experience you need
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Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline
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5-7 years of proven experience in data governance, data management, or similar roles
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Familiarity with Agile and other project management methods
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Hands-on experience with data governance tools (Collibra preferred, experience with Informatica or similar tools considered).
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Proficiency in data management, product and work management tools (Jira, Confluence and ServiceNow)
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Excellent communication and presentation abilities
What could set you apart
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Strong proactive and collaborative skills.
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Cloud certification(highly desirable)
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Experience with diverse data technologies (cloud, on-prem, structured/unstructured data, streaming/reposed data)
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Master’s Degree (preferred)
What’s in it for you?
At Equifax, we are on a mission to ensure that you have the support, resources and opportunities to Power Your Possible. Here are just a few ways we give back to our teams:
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Hybrid Work Model
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Additional Leave Allocations + Public Holiday Swaps
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Discounted Gym Memberships
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Discounted Private Health Cover (and discounted Pet Insurance if you want it!)
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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Career Development and Learning
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A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace and Environment
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Wellbeing Resources
We believe that when we’re at our best, we can do our best. Equifax offers policies and programs that support our employees’ financial and personal wellbeing with additional leave days, hybrid working environment, employee assistance program and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.
Are you ready to power your possible? Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference!
Who is Equifax?
At Equifax, we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping employers, employees, financial institutions and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence.
We work to help create seamless and positive experiences during life’s pivotal moments: applying for jobs or a mortgage, financing an education or buying a car. Our impact is real and to accomplish our goals we focus on nurturing our people for career advancement and their learning and development, supporting our next generation of leaders, maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment, and regularly engaging and recognizing our employees. Regardless of location or role, the individual and collective work of our employees makes a difference and we are looking for talented team players to join us as we help people live their financial best.
Equifax is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
