Data Governance Consultant

Are you a data governance expert with a passion for privacy, classification, and compliance?
We’re seeking a Data Governance Consultant for an initial 2-month engagement with a leading financial services organisation based in Sydney. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact on critical data initiatives in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

What you'll be working on:

Personally Identifiable Information (PII) Governance
  • Review existing PII governance across core applications.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to scope and plan the review of non-core applications.
  • Document the landscape of non-core applications and recommend appropriate tooling (e.g., Microsoft Purview, AWS Glue).
  • Analyse the current data product repository.
  • Identify, map, and/or create governance domains; perform data profiling as needed.
  • Provide actionable recommendations and remediation plans for existing data policies.
  • Implement approved changes to PII governance for non-core applications.
Data Classification
  • Evaluate the current data classification framework and supporting documentation.
  • Review sensitivity labelling practices and gather user feedback on usability and complexity.
  • Recommend and document improvements to classification structures.
  • Implement approved changes and apply sensitivity labels to documents and emails.
  • Update automated labelling policies in line with agreed changes.
What you need to have:
  • Proven experience in data governance, particularly within financial services.
  • Strong understanding of PII, data classification frameworks and sensitivity labelling.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Purview, AWS Glue and other data governance platforms.
  • Excellent documentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to work independently and deliver outcomes within tight timeframes.

What you'll get in return :

  • Initial 2 months (potential for extension)
  • Sydney (hybrid working model)
  • $900-1000 daily rate

What you need to do now :

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.



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Summary

Job Type
Contract
Industry
Banking & Financial Services
Location
NSW - Sydney CBD
Specialism
Data & Advanced Analytics
Ref:
2934978

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Luke Moran, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney City
Level 13, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

Telephone: 02 9249 2289

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