Paradigm Technology · 4 hours ago
Managing Director (Informatica Cloud Data Governance)
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expParadigm Technology is a strategic consulting firm that empowers clients to maximize their technology investments. They are seeking a Managing Director to lead and enhance Informatica Cloud Data Governance capabilities across a Financial Services organization, focusing on designing and scaling an enterprise data governance operating model and proving governance value through measurable KPIs and ROI use cases.
Information ServicesInformation Technology
Hiring Manager
Larry Williams
Responsibilities
The Managing Director will lead data governance operationalization programs, end-to-end, with a strong focus on Informatica CDGC remediation and scale, operating model design, as well as measurable value realization
This role is ideal for a senior leader who has personally taken complex governance programs from “stuck” to “running at scale” in large enterprises, and who is comfortable working deep in the details (catalog structure, subdomains, KPIs, steward network) while engaging credibly with executives
You will be accountable for shaping and delivering multi-bundle roadmaps (Foundation & Operational Readiness, Operational Governance at Scale, Governance as a Platform), including, timelines, team structure, stakeholder engagement, and success measures
Own the strategy and delivery of multi-phase data governance programs (6-36 months), from assessment through self-sufficient operating model, for clients with complex domain landscapes
Translate high-level governance ambitions into pragmatic bundles and roadmaps (e.g., Foundation & Operational Readiness, Governance at Scale, Governance as a Platform) with clear success criteria and milestones
Advise C-level and senior stakeholders on tradeoffs between accelerated and realistic timelines (e.g., “3x factor” environments), resourcing models, and scope management for governance transformations
Lead business development for governance-focused engagements: shape problem statements, structure proposals, estimate bundles, and present credible delivery plans that align to client culture and pace
Lead large-scale governance operationalization programs, typically spanning 9-10 major domains and dozens of subdomains, across multiple workstreams (people, process, CDGC, KPIs, culture)
Design and implement data governance operating models that can expand from tens to 75-100+ active stewards, including role design, RACI, escalation paths, and integration with product/data lifecycle
Direct comprehensive assessments of current-state governance (people, process, technology) and synthesize findings into a prioritized remediation roadmap for catalog, operating model, and culture
Oversee design and rollout of data certification processes that move organizations from “no trustworthy data” to hundreds of certified assets with visible quality scores
Establish and manage governance KPIs and ROI cases (e.g., reduction in time to find data, cost avoidance, risk mitigation, efficiency gains), ensuring governance value is transparent, quantified, and communicated
Lead Informatica CDGC remediation: reorganize cluttered catalogs into clean, intuitive taxonomies aligned to business domains and subdomains as well as rationalize custom workarounds
Define and implement domain/subdomain structures, term hierarchies, and usage patterns which can make 2,500-10,000+ terms observable, searchable, and usable for non-technical users
Design and activate CDGC policies, workflows, and controls for stewardship, approvals, as well as certification, ensuring alignment with broader governance policies and standards
Drive enterprise-wide adoption of CDGC, including user segmentation, training programs, coaching for business stewards, and ongoing support to increase logins as well as active usage across domains
Build and operationalize a “core network” of 25-35 stewards for foundation phases, expanding to 75-100+ stewards at scale across all major domains
Develop role profiles, onboarding plans, training curricula, and playbooks for operational stewards, including expectations for issue management, certification, and engagement with CDGC
Partner with governance leadership and communications teams to shift perception of governance from optional/overhead to essential business enabler, using success stories and ROI artifacts
Shape Paradigm’s market positioning for data governance and CDGC enablement, including reusable bundle structures, POVs, and accelerators based on programs involving complex environments, including Financial Services organizations
Mentor managers and senior consultants, building delivery capability in assessments, operating model design, CDGC implementation, stewardship training, and KPI definition
Lead internal knowledge development around governance value metrics, certification patterns, and catalog design standards that can be applied across clients
Qualification
Required
12+ years of Data/Information Management Consulting experience, with at least 5-7+ years leading Data Governance programs as a Director or Program Leader
Demonstrated experience with turning underperforming governance programs (e.g., low adoption, cluttered catalog, limited domains covered) into structured, scalable capabilities showing clear KPIs and ROI
Deep, hands-on expertise with Enterprise Data Governance frameworks and operating models, including domain structures, stewardship networks, escalation models, and integration with delivery lifecycle
Proven success leading Informatica Cloud Data Governance & Catalog (CDGC), or similar catalog /governance platform implementations at scale (2,500-10,000+ terms), including remediation, taxonomy design, and adoption strategies
Track record designing and running multi-wave domain expansion roadmaps (e.g., 3-4 high-priority domains, 3-4 mid-tier domains, remaining domains) with steward growth from dozens to 75-100+
Experience with defining and tracking governance KPIs and ROI use cases, such as time-to-find-data reduction, data quality improvements, risk reduction, and efficiency gains
Strong consulting fundamentals: structured problem solving, clear synthesis, compelling storytelling, and executive presence with senior stakeholders in large, complex organizations
Demonstrated ability to operate in 'slow' or complex cultures (e.g., '3x factor' environments) while maintaining momentum, managing expectations, and sequencing quick wins versus structural fixes
Exceptional communication skills, including simplifying technical governance topics for business audiences as well as facilitating alignment across strategy, technical, and operational teams
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, Data Management)
Preferred
Experience with leading governance programs in large, federated enterprises with many domains and subdomains, ideally in Banking, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Automotive, or comparable complex ecosystems
Hands-on leadership of Informatica CDGC implementations (or equivalent), including configuration, workflow design, integration with data platforms, and stewardship onboarding
Strong familiarity with Data Management frameworks (e.g., DAMA DMBOK, DCAM, CDMC) and the ability to apply them pragmatically to operational governance programs
Experience with quantifying and communicating governance value through structured ROI case studies and KPI dashboards for senior stakeholders and boards
Background in Data Quality, Metadata Management, and Data Catalog tools, with exposure to cloud data platforms and analytics environments where governed data is consumed
Company
Paradigm Technology
Paradigm Technology is a strategic consultancy company that specializes in information technology and services.
201-500 employees
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