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Data Governance Lead & Chapter Lead (Data Strategy & Governance Chapter)

Company Description

About Ramboll

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do

We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process.

Job Description

We’re passionate about using technology to drive sustainability. You too? Join us as a Data Governance Lead at Ramboll Tech and help us become the leading Tech-Enabled Partner for Sustainable Change.

We are looking for an experience Data Governance Lead, to lead our enterprise data governance approach, and be a people leader for our Data Strategy & Governance Chapter.

As Data Governance Lead, you will craft a cohesive vision for the future of data governance at Ramboll, develop, implement and maintain our data governance framework, policies and ways of working.
As the Chapter Lead, you will lead a small team (4), develop talent, facilitate delivery whilst ensuring that the initiatives executed are of high value to Ramboll’s business.

The ideal candidate will have experience in successfully rolling out data governance initiatives in large, data-rich organisations and passion for data and pragmatic solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Data governance execution:

  • Own the development, implementation and maintenance of our data governance framework, policies and ways of working
  • Collaborate closely to shape the relevant aspects of Ramboll’s overall data strategy, and own the delivery of data governance initiatives set
  • Support our iterative approach to delivering data improvements and ensuring that future endeavours support business priorities
  • Lead greenfield data ownership and stewardship initiatives, promoting a culture of data accountability and responsibility
  • Support Data & AI literacy and adoption initiatives

Chapter leadership & talent development:

  • Mentor, coach, and grow the careers of team members within the Data Governance Chapter, fostering an environment of continuous learning and development
  • Oversee performance evaluations of chapter members, focusing on career development and coaching
  • Ensure all members of the chapter have clear goals and professional development plans

Lead technical chapter expertise:

  • Work with the following personas on a technical level: Data and AI Product Owners, Data Architects, Business Integrity Managers, Cloud Engineers, Agile Coaches/Scrum Masters, Subject Matter Experts, Business Analysts and other Ramboll Tech Chapter Leads
  • Translate data governance concepts and best practice into tangible examples for stakeholders
  • Set enterprise-wide best practice for data governance, in collaboration with relevant experts
  • Understand the relationship between data governance and data quality, and set a pragmatic, flexible approach on how we can tackle data quality issues

Collaboration:

  • Act as a liaison between the Data Governance Chapter and various teams, both in and outside of Ramboll Tech, ensuring chapter alignment with business objectives.
  • Provide guidance and support to teams by partnering with Product Owners/team leads to implement and optimise workflows that integrate seamlessly with the teams’ objectives

We offer you ample freedom for your ideas to shape this role.

Qualifications

HOW YOU WILL SUCCEED IN YOUR ROLE

Experience:

  • 5+ years of experience in Data Governance focused roles
  • Experience in managing hybrid, Agile teams
  • Experience in successfully rolling out enterprise-wide data governance initiatives
  • Experience working with cloud technologies, particularly Azure

Skills:

  • You are a data governance expert, and understand the value it brings to Ramboll’s business
  • You have experience with DAMA Data Management Framework
  • You have a proven ability to lead and mentor analysts, focusing on the growth and development of the team
  • You have experience working in Agile methodology and fostering an Agile culture
  • You have strong relationship-building skills, exceptional communication skills, and can convey complex topics to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • You have strong intercultural awareness and experience managing remote global teams
  • You are skilled in clear and proactive stakeholder management - managing expectations, gathering feedback and mediating conflicting priorities
  • You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • You enjoy teamwork and support colleagues in learning from you
  • You are fluent in English

We encourage you to apply even if your profile does not meet all the requirements for the role. We are looking for a diverse range of experiences, skills, and interests to enrich our team.

Additional Information

WHAT DEFINES US: CURIOSITY, OPTIMISM, AMBITION, EMPATHY

Our team at Ramboll Tech is currently on a steep growth trajectory while maintaining a strong team culture.

  1. We are curious about other people and their motivations; about new business models and technologies; about each other and the future.
  2. We are optimistic, focusing on solutions rather than problems; we plan for success and are willing to take calculated risks instead of playing it safe.
  3. We are ambitious, setting our own standards higher than others’ expectations, and we celebrate each other's successes.
  4. We are empathetic, taking ourselves, others, and each other seriously without prejudgment, and we help each other and our clients, colleagues, and the world.

HOW WE WORK AS A TEAM

Our team culture is crucial to us; that's why we take time daily to exchange ideas and discuss our work priorities. We support each other when facing challenges and foster a strong team spirit. We aim to learn and grow continuously from one another. We value diversity, and although we're not perfect, we regularly engage in open discussions about how we can improve in this area. 

Our current hybrid work approach focuses on adapting to different needs, including increased flexibility that works best for our global teams and individuals, with as much autonomy as possible.  

WHO IS RAMBOLL

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll employs more than 18,000 people globally across 35 countries. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, Management Consulting, and Architecture & Landscape. 

AND WHAT DOES RAMBOLL TECH DO

Ramboll Tech / GBA Innovation and Digital Transformation accelerates innovation and digital transformation for the entire Ramboll Group/ GBA and directs all AI initiatives within the company. We digitally enable and co-create with Ramboll’s world-class experts to deliver solutions that drive sustainable change for our clients and society. This includes collaborating with Global Business Areas and Enabling Functions at Ramboll on their digital journey, developing proprietary AI and digital products for Ramboll and our clients, following our product life cycle. Ramboll Tech also works on larger technology projects within Ramboll and provides world-class Technology Operations. Ramboll Tech currently has over 300 employees globally, with strongholds across Nordics, Germany, the USA, and India. We are looking to quickly expand in key areas across Europe and the globe. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • We don't require a cover letter—just send us your current CV (preferably without a photo) through our application tool, and we're eager to get to know you better in a conversation.
  • Application deadline: 31st March 2025– however, we evaluate incoming applications continuously.

Do you have any questions? Feel free to contact Elvira Janas: [email protected]

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