Director - Data Stewardship and Data Management

Director (10+ years in Data Stewardship/Data Management + People leadership)

About Gartner IT:

Join a world-class team of skilled engineers who build creative digital solutions to support our colleagues and clients.  We make a broad organizational impact by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that power Gartner.  Gartner IT values its culture of nonstop innovation, an outcome-driven approach to success, and the notion that great ideas can come from anyone on the team. 

About this role:

This pivotal leadership role is responsible for setting the vision and strategy for data stewardship across the organization. As Director, you will ensure the highest level of data quality, reliability, and accessibility for our enterprise data assets, driving initiatives for process improvement, efficiency, and compliance. You will engage stakeholders across the business, lead cross-functional collaboration, and support data-driven decision-making as an integral member of the Chief Data and Analytics Office (CDAO).

What you’ll do:

• Develop, implement, and enforce data quality standards, policies, and procedures to maintain data integrity and compliance across the organization

• Lead organization-wide data quality initiatives, including data cleansing and enrichment activities to ensure data accuracy and completeness

• Serve as the primary contact for data validation and enrichment requests, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support their data needs

• Monitor data quality metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions

• Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation to enhance data management efficiency

• Lead and participate in data governance committees and working groups, providing insights and recommendations

• Conduct training sessions and workshops on data stewardship principles and best practices

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the organization's data strategy framework

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of data stewardship processes, policies, and standards

• Collaborate with IT and data science teams on technology solutions to streamline data workflows
  

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Management, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in data stewardship, data management, or a related role, with a proven track record in leading teams and managing data quality initiatives

• Knowledge of Master Data Management and data domains of Enterprise, Account, and Contact

• Strong understanding of data governance principles, data quality frameworks, and industry best practices

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and identify trends and patterns

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels

• Proficiency in data management tools and technologies, such as SQL, data visualization software, and data quality platforms
  

What you will get: 

• Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, Group Medical Insurance, Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces diversity

• Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities

• Opportunity to shape enterprise data strategy and drive impactful change across the organization

Don’t meet every single requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right candidate for this, or other roles.

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Experience Level

Senior Level