Data Governance Lead

The Intersect Group is seeking a strategic and hands-on Data Governance & Operations Lead to drive enterprise-wide data integrity, streamline business processes, and empower a team of data stewards. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data strategy, operational excellence, and team leadership.

Duration: 6-12 month contract

Location: Fully remote but ideally looking for someone in Florida or at minimum EST zone

Interview Process: 2 virtual interviews most likely

Needs:

• Proven experience in data governance, data management, or business operations.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in tools like SQL, Excel, and data visualization platforms.
• Hands-on experience working with Microsoft Dynamics CRM data, including schema understanding, data integration, and quality assurance.
• Experience implementing business process improvements and automation solutions.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a track record of coaching teams.
• Familiarity with data governance tools and frameworks (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, DAMA DMBOK).
• Bachelor s degree in Business, Data Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master s preferred).

Duties:

• Establish and lead data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, consistency, and compliance across systems and teams.
• Design and implement scalable business processes that support data lifecycle management and operational efficiency.
• Analyze operational data to uncover insights, trends, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Identify and automate data validation workflows to reduce manual effort and improve accuracy.
• Coach and mentor a team of data stewards, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, analytics, compliance, and business units to align data initiatives with organizational goals.
• Monitor and report on data governance KPIs, driving transparency and continuous improvement.