Senior Data Governance Manager - German Market Expansion

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

Kaiser Permanente is a leading non-profit health organization founded in 1945, serving more than 12.2 million members in the United States and Germany. Our mission is to provide high-quality, patient-centered care, and we are committed to being a great place to work. With over 220,000 employees worldwide, we prioritize innovation, diversity, and social responsibility. We have been recognized for our exceptional care, quality improvement, and community outreach programs.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Senior Data Governance Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring data quality, integrity, and security across our German operations. You will report directly to the Director of Data Management and work closely with cross-functional teams to drive data governance initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills to develop and implement data governance policies, procedures, and standards.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Develop and maintain data governance policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

* Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify data quality issues and develop solutions to improve data accuracy and completeness.

* Design and implement data quality control processes to ensure data consistency and integrity across systems and applications.

* Conduct data audits and risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and develop remediation plans.

* Develop and implement training programs to educate employees on data governance policies and procedures.

* Collaborate with IT teams to ensure data security and compliance with regulatory requirements.

* Develop and maintain data governance metrics and analytics to measure data quality and compliance with policies and procedures.

* Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in data governance and apply knowledge to improve data management capabilities.

* Collaborate with business stakeholders to develop and implement data governance roadmaps and strategic plans.

* Develop and maintain relationships with external partners and vendors to ensure compliance with data governance policies and procedures.

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

* 7+ years of experience in data governance, data quality, or a related field.

* Master's degree in a related field such as business administration, computer science, or information technology.

* Proven experience in developing and implementing data governance policies, procedures, and standards.

* Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

* Experience with data quality control processes, data security, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex data governance issues.

* Experience with data governance metrics and analytics, with the ability to develop and maintain reports.

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Certification in data governance, data quality, or a related field.

* Experience with data governance tools and technologies such as Collibra, Talend, or Informatica.

* Strong knowledge of data governance policies and procedures in the healthcare industry.

* Experience with data security frameworks such as HIPAA or GDPR.

* Strong understanding of data quality control processes and data security best practices.

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

* Competitive salary range: €60,000 - €80,000 per year.

* Comprehensive health insurance coverage for you and your family.

* Retirement plan with employer matching contributions.

* Generous vacation days and flexible remote work policy.

* Access to a learning and development budget to support your growth and professional development.

* Opportunity to work with a diverse and collaborative team of experts in the healthcare industry.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our team consists of experienced professionals with expertise in data governance, data quality, and data security. We work collaboratively to drive data governance initiatives and ensure data quality and integrity across our operations. We prioritize innovation, diversity, and social responsibility and strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, supportive, and engaging.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this role, please submit your resume, cover letter, and a brief statement outlining your experience in data governance and data quality control processes. We expect to fill this role within 6-8 weeks.

📋 Job Details

Job Type	🌐 Remote
Location	Remote, DE
Address	Bahnhofstraße 15, 12345
Salary	EUR 60,000 – 80,000 / year
Industry	General
Company	Kaiser Permanente
Valid Until	2026-09-14

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Kaiser Permanente. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.