We are looking for a Data Governance Specialist . This is a hands-on implementation role within a small, senior data governance team at a major OEM, embedding governance into the tools, processes, and daily practices that keep connected-vehicle data compliant, secure, and traceable.

Engagement details:

- Location: Turin, Italy
- Working model: Hybrid
- Start date: ASAP
- Employment type: Direct hire, permanent

Responsibilities:

- Implement and operationalize data governance policies, standards, and procedures across data domains
- Onboard data producers and consumers to governance processes - use case declaration (CbD workflow), data stewardship model, metadata standards
- Maintain and evolve the data governance framework in Collibra (or equivalent catalogue tool) - business glossary, data ownership assignments, policy documentation
- Support deployment of the data stewardship model - identify domain data owners, run onboarding sessions, track stewardship coverage
- Coordinate with Legal & Compliance and Privacy/DPO teams to translate regulatory requirements (GDPR, Data Act, AI Act) into actionable governance rules
- Monitor governance KPIs - stewardship coverage, use case registration rate, PDT compliance rate and report on progress




- Contribute to the Data Dictionary and Data Sharing Playbook initiatives as a key implementer
- Act as a governance advisor and point of contact for operational teams needing guidance on data usage, classification, or compliance

Qualifications:

- 5 to 8 years of experience in data governance, data management, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience implementing data governance frameworks in a large, complex organization
- Familiarity with data catalogue tools - Collibra, Alation, or equivalent
- Good working knowledge of GDPR, Data Act, and data compliance requirements and their practical implications
- Strong ability to translate policy into operational practice - bridging strategy and day-to-day execution
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills - ability to drive adoption without authority
- Experience working in agile, cross-functional environments

Nice to have:

- Databricks or cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP), automotive/connected vehicle/IoT data experience, knowledge of data stewardship models, and understanding of metadata standards

Next steps:

- Press “Apply”
- We will review your application
- If qualified, you will be accepted into the network and can be considered for this and similar positions & projects

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