Data Governance Manager

Who We Are

Addepar is a global technology and data company that helps investment professionals provide the most informed, precise guidance for their clients. Hundreds of thousands of users have entrusted Addepar to empower smarter investment decisions and better advice over the last decade. With client presence in more than 45 countries, Addepar’s platform aggregates portfolio, market and client data for over $6 trillion in assets. Addepar’s open platform integrates with more than 100 software, data and services partners to deliver a complete solution for a wide range of firms and use cases. Addepar embraces a global flexible workforce model with offices in Silicon Valley, New York City, Salt Lake City, Chicago, London, Edinburgh and Pune.

The Role

The Data Governance Program Manager is responsible for developing and implementing the enterprise data governance framework.  As the Data Governance Program Manager, you will be responsible for partnering with IT, the Chief Data Office, InfoSec, Product, HR, and others to develop and implement a bespoke data governance program, as well as executing on developing data governance standards, policies, and processes to help scale our growing business. The ideal candidate will have exceptional analytical and communication skills, thrive in a fast paced environment, and bring a solutions oriented approach to all problems they encounter.

Addepar takes a market-based approach to pay. A successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on the role, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base salary for roles in Colorado, California, and New York.

The current range for this role is $120,000 - $187,000 (base salary)  + bonus + equity + benefits. 

Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Additionally, these ranges reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

What You'll Do

• Develop and implement comprehensive data governance policies, procedures, and standards to ensure data quality, integrity, and security.
• Lead cross-functional teams to define, develop, and maintain data governance frameworks, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with data stewards, data owners, and IT teams to establish and maintain data definitions, data standards, metadata management, and data quality.
• Monitor and report on data governance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Oversee the data lifecycle management, including data classification, data retention, and data disposal processes.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with data governance policies and industry regulations.
• Provide training and awareness to stakeholders on data governance best practices and policies to foster a culture of data stewardship and accountability.
• Manage and resolve data-related issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution while minimizing business impact.
• Stay current with emerging data governance trends, tools, and technologies, recommending enhancements to existing processes and frameworks.
• Drive the adoption of data governance initiatives across the organization, ensuring data assets are managed effectively and efficiently.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data governance, data management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of data governance principles, practices, and frameworks (e.g., DAMA, DGI).
• Experience with data governance tools and technologies (e.g., Data Bricks, Securiti.AI, Collibra, Informatica, Alation).
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to data governance and data privacy (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, LGPD).
• Professional certifications in data governance or data management (e.g., CDMP, DGSP) are a plus

Our Values 

• Act Like an Owner - Think and operate with intention, purpose and care. Own outcomes.
• Build Together - Collaborate to unlock the best solutions. Deliver lasting value. 
• Champion Our Clients - Exceed client expectations. Our clients’ success is our success. 
• Drive Innovation - Be bold and unconstrained in problem solving. Transform the industry. 
• Embrace Learning - Engage our community to broaden our perspective. Bring a growth mindset. 

In addition to our core values, Addepar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek to bring together diverse ideas, experiences, skill sets, perspectives, backgrounds and identities to drive innovative solutions. We commit to promoting a welcoming environment where inclusion and belonging are held as a shared responsibility.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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