data governance consultant

As a Data Governance Consultant, you will work closely with our clients, leading and coaching cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize data governance strategies that enable trusted, well-governed data. You will shape roadmaps and guide teams in the end-to-end delivery of data governance projects.

Our Services Include:

• Data Governance Frameworks: Develop governance approaches aligned with business priorities and regulatory needs.

• Data Catalog & Metadata Management: Design solutions to improve data discovery, understanding, and reuse.

• Data Quality Management: Create processes and controls for measuring, monitoring, and improving data quality.

• Operating Models & Stewardship: Define sustainable roles, responsibilities, and workflows across the organization.

Leading Responsibilities:

• Analyze current data management and governance maturity levels, identify gaps, and propose actionable strategies for improvement.

• Develop and tailor governance operating models, policies, and data stewardship frameworks.

• Support data classification, lineage, and metadata management initiatives.

• Assist in designing and implementing data quality measurement and monitoring systems.

• Interview client stakeholders to understand pain points related to data ownership, access, and quality.

• Support business case creation and roadmap planning for data governance programs.

• Contribute to multi-disciplinary teams, providing expertise on data governance in architecture, processes, and operating models.

• Create innovative and differentiated offerings, staying relevant and in sync with market demand and technology evolution.

• Leveraging Accenture’s international assets and expertise to bring new ideas to clients.

Qualification

WHO WE´RE LOOKING FOR?

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, data management, or equivalent.

• 3–5 years of cross-industry consulting or data governance experience.

• Solid understanding of data governance frameworks, data management best practices, and regulatory requirements.

• Experience with data governance and metadata tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation) considered a plus.

• Hands-on experience with data engineering concepts, including ETL development, pipelines, and building scalable data solutions.

• Knowledge of Power BI or other leading BI tools for data visualization and reporting.

• Knowledge of data modeling and enterprise architecture principles is a strong advantage.

• Strong business acumen and ability to connect governance initiatives to business priorities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Greek and English.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package: life/health insurance, bonus scheme, monthly vouchers, flexible work model, paid overtime (if needed), TEA Accenture, and more.

• Access to continuous learning through global platforms and local academies (Power Platform, AI, Azure certifications, etc.).

• Clear career path with coaching and mentoring opportunities.

• Exposure to top-tier clients, cross-industry projects, and cutting-edge technologies.

• A diverse and inclusive culture that fosters innovation and teamwork.

• Opportunities to participate in social impact and corporate citizenship initiatives.

• Additional relocation support under the Brain Regain initiative.