Director, Data Governance
Director, Data Governance
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$ 185500 - 344500
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Level 6Job Description Summary
This position will be located at the East Hanover NJ location and will not have the ability to be located remotely.This is a one of three roles.
Job Description
The Insights and Decision Science (IDS) team is dedicated to enabling improved decision-making at Novartis by leveraging data and advanced analytics capabilities to generate actionable insights that drive business growth. We collaborate closely with the US business bringing insights and challenging ideas to empower smarter data-driven decision-making. Reporting into Executive Director Data Governance the Director Data Governance will play a critical role in establishing a comprehensive data governance strategy to support the US Commercial organization.
This position will be responsible for driving data governance strategies and initiatives to ensure data accessibility quality compliance and consistency across the business. This leadership role will oversee the development and implementation of data governance frameworks ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements. The role will involve collaboration with cross-functional teams to establish and maintain the roadmap of key data governance initiatives to promote effective management and oversight of the organizations data assets.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop data governance framework outlining key objectives milestones and roles and responsibilities to support effective domain ownership and stewardship metadata management data classification and standards documentation of requirements and change control procedures
Serve as a chair in data governance council bringing together stakeholders from cross-functional teams to manage and collaborate on key data initiatives
Implement data governance policies and standards to support data security privacy and compliant usage of data
Partner with IDS teams to determine where data quality management processes are required ensuring appropriate oversight and mechanisms are in place to support ongoing monitoring
Oversee the use of technology solutions to advance governance initiatives related to metadata management data lineage business rules management in order to enhance data awareness and accessibility
Promote trainings and raise awareness on data governance initiatives processes and technology / solutions to improve organizational data literacy and drive adoption and adherence to data governance policies
Establish oversight mechanisms to monitor compliance and present data governance reports dashboards and metrics to senior leadership
Develop and manage data governance metrics and associated KPIs
Essential Requirements:
Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Information Management Computer Science Business Administration or related field.
Experience:
Novartis seeks an individual with extensive experience overseeing data governance operations. The individual should have a deep understanding of industry best practices and a proven ability to manage data-related risks including privacy and security concerns. A commitment to driving continuous improvement in data governance processes informed by data insights and industry trends is essential to this role.
Additional qualifications are as follows:
A minimum of 8 years of experience in experience in data governance data management or related roles.
Strong understanding of data governance principles frameworks and best practices
Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to data privacy and security.
Excellent leadership communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to influence and drive change in a complex organizational environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess and manage data-related risks
Certification in data governance or related areas (e.g. DM-BOK CDMP etc.)
Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between: $185500 and $344500/year; however while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25 fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this final pay determinations will depend on various factors including but not limited to geographical location experience level knowledge skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements including a sign-on bonus restricted stock units and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
EEO Statement:
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
Accessibility and reasonable accommodations
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or in order to perform the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to call 1 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
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Director
Employment Type
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