CRANIUM

Freelance Senior Data Governance Consultant

CRANIUM  •  Zaventem, BE (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Are you ready to elevate your career in data management and governance? Join our team of dedicated consultants and empower clients to achieve excellence in data quality and compliance through innovative governance frameworks.

Requirements

What a day as a Freelance Senior Data Governance Consultant looks like

  • Collaborate with clients’ data management teams to implement robust data governance frameworks.

  • Engage in initiatives involving data quality, data lifecycle management, and overall governance improvement.

  • Draft and refine policies, governance referentials, and operational guidelines.

  • Act as a Data Steward for specific business units, bridging the gap between IT, business, compliance, and security teams.

  • Assess current data management strategies, identify gaps, and provide actionable recommendations to improve governance and compliance.

Key responsibilities

  • Provide expert advice to clients beyond initial requests, fostering long-term partnerships.

  • Define and implement policies, roles, and responsibilities within the data governance framework.

  • Support cross-functional teams in integrating governance principles into day-to-day operations.

  • Assist clients in digital transformation efforts by ensuring data systems are clean, reliable, and compliant.

  • Strengthen clients’ data management frameworks to support sustainable digital transformation.

  • Collaborate with Data Governance Managers and Chief Data Officers to ensure consistent governance practices.

  • Enable businesses to achieve operational excellence through clean, healthy data systems.

Who you are

  • Proactive and always eager to learn new skills and concepts.

  • Open-minded and enthusiastic about collaborating with diverse teams.

  • Analytical with a knack for solving complex challenges.

  • A solution-oriented thinker who thrives in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Data Science, Data Law, or Social Sciences.

  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in data governance or related fields.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to bridge technical and business needs.

  • Knowledge of data quality, governance frameworks, and compliance principles.

  • Fluency in Dutch or French, and English is required.

Why work with CRANIUM?

We offer more than just projects. We offer partnership.

  • Collaborate with a sharp, supportive team that respects your independence

  • Get matched to projects where your skills make the difference

  • Be part of a trusted network working on meaningful privacy, security and data projects

  • Access our internal CRANIUM Academy and upskilling sessions

  • Join the CRANIUM crew: from afterworks to our legendary kick-offs, you’re always welcome

  • Expect clear briefings, fast feedback, and professional respect from day one

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About CRANIUM

CRANIUM is a consultancy firm specialised in digital compliance and governance.

It helps public and private organisations, large and small, apply digital laws like the GDPR, AI Act and Data Act, and manage data governance in a practical way. With solid expertise across disciplines, CRANIUM turns legal and technical requirements into workable solutions that fit each organisation's context.

Industry
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Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Zaventem, BE
Year Founded
2016
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