MAF Group - Data Governance Specialist - Azure/Microsoft Purview

Job Title : Data Governance Specialist (Azure)

Experience Level : 58 Years

Location : Nagpur or Pune

Availability : Immediate Joiners Preferred

Position Overview :

We are looking for a highly skilled Data Governance Specialist with expertise in Microsoft Purview to design, implement, and manage enterprise-level data governance frameworks. The role will focus on defining governance models, ensuring data quality, and enabling compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in implementing end-to-end governance processes and working closely with stakeholders to ensure consistent and reliable data management across the organization.

Key Responsibilities :

Overall Responsibilities :

- Define data classification, quality, and ownership models.

- Implement governance policies using Microsoft Purview.

- Create golden records through Master Data Management (MDM) processes.

- Collaborate with stakeholders to recommend and implement governance approaches for all required data sources.

Technical Responsibilities :

- Proven experience in implementing end-to-end data governance using Microsoft Purview.

- Define metadata structures, business glossary, data steward roles, and ownership models.

- Set up automated data quality checks.

- Manage cataloging and discoverability of internal and external data assets.

- Identify and implement critical and key data elements (KDEs).

- Develop automated data classification and labeling mechanisms in Microsoft Purview.

- Apply knowledge of data governance lifecycle and frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK.

- Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks including GDPR and ISO 8000.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- 58 years of experience in data governance, with a minimum of 23 years in Microsoft Purview implementation.

- Strong understanding of data classification, metadata management, and data quality frameworks.

- Experience with Master Data Management (MDM) concepts and tools.

- Ability to translate business requirements into effective governance processes.

- Familiarity with compliance and regulatory requirements (GDPR, ISO 8000).

- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills :

- Experience working in Azure Data Platform environments.

- Knowledge of data privacy laws and information security standards.

- Certification in data governance or Microsoft Purview (advantage)