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West Monroe is seeking a Senior Manager with deep expertise in Data Governance and Strategy to lead engagements within our Data & Analytics practice. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who can drive strategic initiatives, lead teams, and guide clients in establishing robust data governance frameworks that enable business transformation. As a Senior Manager, you will be responsible for managing complex projects, building client relationships, and contributing to the growth of the practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Delivery

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-wide data governance frameworks, policies, and processes for clients.
• Develop data strategies that align with clients' business goals, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Advise executive stakeholders on data governance trends, risks, and opportunities to enable data-driven decision-making.
• Partner with clients to establish data ownership, stewardship, and accountability models across their organizations.
• Drive initiatives related to data quality management, metadata management, and master data management.
• Oversee large-scale data governance and strategy engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery and client satisfaction.
• Manage cross-functional teams and resources, including consultants, analysts, and technical specialists.
• Facilitate executive-level workshops, stakeholder interviews, and presentations to guide decision-making.
• Monitor project risks, budgets, and timelines, proactively addressing challenges to meet client objectives.
• Ensure all deliverables align with client expectations and West Monroe's standards of excellence.

Practice & People Development

• Contribute to the development of frameworks, methodologies, and tools to enhance the Data & Analytics practice.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and thought leadership in data governance and strategy.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering their professional growth and technical expertise.
• Build a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the practice.

Business Development

• Lead business development efforts by identifying opportunities to expand client relationships and secure new engagements.
• Develop proposals, statements of work, and presentations for prospective clients.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to client executives, building long-term partnerships and driving repeat business.
• Collaborate with other practices at West Monroe to deliver integrated solutions that address complex client challenges.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in data governance, data strategy, or related fields, with a proven ability to lead complex projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing data governance frameworks across multiple industries.
• Deep knowledge of data management concepts, including data quality, metadata management, and master data management.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and compliance standards.
• Proficiency with data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation, etc.) is highly desirable.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence executive stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.
• Bachelor's degree and/or relevant experience
• Ability to travel 30 to 50%
• Hybrid role: 2x per week in office
• Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

Based on pay transparency guidelines, the salary range for this role can vary based on your proximity to one of our West Monroe offices (see table below). Information on our competitive total rewards package, including our bonus structure and benefits is here. Individual salaries are determined by evaluating a variety of factors including geography, experience, skills, education, and internal equity.

Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, purchase shares from our employee stock ownership program and be eligible to receive annual bonuses. Employees will also receive unlimited flexible time off and ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental leave will also be available upon hire date.

Seattle or Washington, D.C.

$203,200-$239,100 USD

Los Angeles

$212,900-$250,500 USD

New York City or San Francisco

$222,500-$261,900 USD

A location not listed above

$193,500-$227,700 USD