Job Description Data Project Manager - Data Governance & Cataloging

Location: UK-based (with travel to Stockholm 2-3 days/month). Rate: £600/day (Outside IR35). Travel & Accommodation: Expenses fully covered for Stockholm visits. Engagement: Full-time contract. Start Date: ASAP.

We're hiring a Senior Data Project Manager to lead a strategic data governance and cataloging initiative within a complex enterprise environment. This role combines technical depth with strong stakeholder leadership, ideal for someone who can drive clarity and structure across divisional boundaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and integration of Microsoft Purview across Azure Data Factory and Databricks Unity Catalog
• Define and promote data products within business domains
• Educate data owners and business users on cataloging and governance best practices
• Navigate domains with unclear data ownership, escalating where needed
• Enforce governance standards under pressure while maintaining business alignment
• Collaborate across divisional teams with strong stakeholder management

Experience Required

• 10+ years in data governance, metadata management, and cataloging
• Strong technical understanding of Microsoft Purview, Azure, and Databricks
• Familiarity with tools like Collibra, Elation, or similar is a plus
• Background in data engineering, architecture, or technical project management
• Fluent in English; Finnish or Swedish is a major advantage

Why This Role?

• Strategic influence on enterprise-wide data governance
• Full-time UK-based role with 2-3 days/month travel to Stockholm (expenses covered)
• Competitive rate: £600/day (Outside IR35)
• Work with a forward-thinking team on a mission-critical data initiative