Data Governance & Strategy Specialist

NTT Data are seeking an experienced Data Governance & Strategy Specialist to play a pivotal role in a high profile AI Uplift Program. This is a unique opportunity to shape how data is governed, structured, and leveraged enabling scalable, responsible AI adoption across a complex organisation.

• Initial 3 month contract
• Perth location – 3 days per week in office

This is a high impact, strategic role where you’ll establish strong data foundations, embed governance frameworks, and align data initiatives to unlock meaningful AI and analytics value.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and deliver an enterprise data strategy aligned to AI and analytics outcomes
• Establish and operationalise data governance frameworks (policies, standards, ownership, controls)
• Improve data quality, metadata management, lineage, and accessibility across key data domains
• Ensure data readiness for AI use cases, partnering closely with data science and business teams
• Contribute to responsible AI governance, including data controls, transparency, and auditability
• Engage senior stakeholders to align data initiatives with business priorities and value outcomes
• Facilitate the definition of data domains, ownership, and stewardship models

Key Requirements

• 10+ years in data governance, data strategy, or enterprise data management
• Proven track record supporting analytics or AI-enabled transformation programs
• Data governance frameworks and operating models
• Data quality, metadata, and data cataloguing practices
• Modern data platforms (e.g. Azure, Fabric, Databricks, AWS)
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability
• A delivery-focused mindset—balancing best practice with real-world outcomes
• Background in mining, energy, utilities, or heavy industry environments
• Exposure to AI/ML programs or digital transformation initiatives
• Familiarity with frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM
• Experience with tools like Purview, Collibra, or Alation