Lead Data Steward

At SAS we are passionate about using data as a strategic asset to reshape Scandinavian aviation. That starts with trusted well-governed data. As our Lead Data Steward you will play a foundational role in ensuring that SAS data is accurate consistent secure and fit for AI and analytics.

We are looking for an experienced Lead Data Steward to establish and drive data governance at SAS. You will define how data quality metadata data lineage and access policies are managed across the organization making data usable and trusted across AI analytics and business operations.

As Lead data steward you will work at the intersection of business technology and compliance. You will collaborate with Data Engineers Data Scientists Architects Legal and business stakeholders to embed governance into data products and pipelines from the start.

Your responsibilities include:

• Define and drive the SAS data governance framework: policies standards processes and ownership model.
• Build and maintain the enterprise data catalogue ensuring metadata definitions lineage and ownership are documented and up to date.
• Establish and monitor data quality standards across critical data domains (customer loyalty commercial operations).
• Lead the data stewardship network across business units ensuring accountability at domain level
• Collaborate with Legal Security and IT to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Drive data classification and access management practices in partnership with IT Security.

SAS is building a modern Data & AI function that owns the strategic direction for data and AI across the company from portfolio and roadmap to governance compliance and solution architecture.

We work closely with business units and technical teams to ensure that the data foundation is trusted scalable and fit for future growth. We define the frameworks standards and practices that enable our data scientists data and AI engineers and analysts to move fast.

As our Data & AI capabilities continue to grow data governance has become increasingly business critical. We are looking for a lead who can help establish and scale this capability across SAS.

• A degree in information management computer science data management or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in data governance data management or related discipline.
• Hands-on experience with data catalogue tools (e.g. Collibra Alation Microsoft Purview) and data quality platforms.
• Strong understanding of data management frameworks.
• Experience defining data ownership models and partnering with business and technical data stewards.
• Knowledge of GDPR and data privacy regulations and their practical implications for data governance.
• Ability to translate technical data concepts into clear business language for non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills you will influence without authority.
• A structured methodical approach combined with the ability to prioritize in a fast-moving environment.

At SAS we offer extensive opportunities for professional development in an international fast-paced working environment. We are dedicated to the continuous growth of our employees. Working with us comes with a variety of benefits including:

• Travel Perks: Enjoy discounted travel opportunities around the world with SAS.
• Health & Wellness: Access to health and wellness benefits including a newly renovated gym with complimentary classes such as CrossFit and yoga.
• Discounts: Receive discounts from a wide range of brands as well as on transportation to and from airports airport shops hotels and car rentals.
• Work Environment: Our office location in Frösundavik offers a vibrant workspace with a restaurant café and easy access to outdoor activities in Hagaparken and Brunnsviken. Engage in running tennis outdoor gym sessions kayaking and stand-up paddling with equipment available free of charge.
• Convenient Commute: Benefit from a non-stop bus service connecting our office to Solna station and commuter trains alongside a network of cycle paths.

At SAS we are dedicated to caring for each other delighting our travelers and driving the transformation towards sustainable aviation. As a future colleague on our team youll join a culture where we work collaboratively towards common goals recognize each others contributions and celebrate successes. Our focus is on safe sustainable and punctual execution and we are committed to protecting our planet while transforming SAS for the future. This is an empowering workplace where you can thrive grow and take ownership of your work. Join us at SAS and be part of shaping the future of aviation!

Come and fly with us!

• Apply by: 11/09/2026. We review applications continuously so please send us your CV as soon as you can. The role may be filled before the deadline.
• Start and scope: Full-time role starting with a 6-month probation period.
• Location: Youll be based at our office in Frösundavik Solna Stockholm. This is mainly an onsite role with some flexibility for remote work depending on the agreement with your manager.
• Security: As this role is security classified a background check will be part of the final stage of the recruitment process.

If you have any questions about the role please contact Jonas Blomqvist Head of Analytics & Data at Please note that due to GDPR we cant accept applications by email.