Data Strategy Associate Director

KPMG International Limited; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global advisory firm is seeking a Data Strategy Associate Director to join their Dublin team. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in developing data strategies, managing data governance, and utilizing modern data platforms. This role is pivotal in helping clients realize value through data management and implementing effective data governance practices. A hybrid working model is part of this role, providing flexibility in work arrangements.

Benefits

Discounted Health Insurance

Additional Annual Leave

Enhanced Family Leave

Emergency Childcare Cover

Social Events

Early Finish Fridays

Relocation Assistance

Learning & Development

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience designing data strategy for complex organisations.
• Experience in data flow management and data governance.
• Knowledge of modern data platforms and tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement data value realization approaches with clients.
• Design governance processes and structures.
• Help establish data management offices in organizations.

Skills

Data strategy expertise

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Data governance

Data quality

Tools

Azure Purview

Informatica

Collibra

Azure

AWS

GCP

Job description

When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.

We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.

Are you our next Data Strategy Associate Director? We are currently seeking to hire Data Strategy practitioner at Associate Director level to join our Dublin Data & AI team. We are looking for professionals with data strategy expertise, coupled with strong industry experience and communication skills, who are dedicated to becoming leaders in their field.

Location: Dublin, as part of our hybrid working model.

Grade: Associate Director

Contract type: Permanent

We ideally need you to have most of the following on your CV:

• 7+ years’ experience in designing the vision and direction of data strategy required for large complex organisations and implementing various initiatives to set them on the path of becoming a data driven organisation.
• Practical experience in building & governing the flow of data management. Leading teams in development and management of data assets – including master data, transaction data and referential data. This also includes developing standards and policy on data governance and data assets to provide the foundation for data-driven culture and growth.
• Knowledge of data management tools such as Azure Purview, Informatica, Collibra etc.
• Knowledge and experience of modern data platforms such as Azure, AWS, GCP or other cloud based data management products.
• Knowledge of and experience in the implementation of Analytics or AI to create business value in organizations.
• Understanding of business processes and designing the processes and tools to digitize those processes for the entire data lifecycle (data ingestion to data consumption)
• Implementing the future-focused data and analytics strategy for large organisations by collaborating with various business units
• Demonstrated experience advising on data frameworks and best practice for a range of clients.
• Experience in Data Quality, Data Cataloging, Data Protection, Metadata Management, Records management and associated data related processes
• Experience in Records Retention analysis including Legislative Gap Analysis informing the building of a (new) retention schedule with the designing and documenting of the associate procedures for implementation.
• Experience in defining and implementing approaches to meeting regulatory requirements in the data field including CSRD or other relevant domains.
• Experience with data strategy initiatives in the areas of data inventories, data lineage, data quality measurement or remediation preferred.
• Excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills

Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:

• Working with our clients to define and implement approaches to realising value with data.
• Designing processes around operational structures for governance.
• Helping to set up data management offices or implementation of data governance in complex organisations.
• Reviewing existing data operations, processes and suggesting changes where necessary to mature data management, governance and processing activities.
• Articulating the vision, the necessity, and benefits of the design to both data and non-data literate resources.

Your team:

KPMG offers a broad range of Data & AI services across a wide range of clients, globally. Our dedicated analytics practice works with our clients in providing a wide range of services, across industries and functions, that harness capabilities in data operating models including data governance structures and operations, data engineering, advanced analytics, artificial intelligence coupled with business domain expertise.

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Benefits Tailored for You

At KPMG, we understand that life is multifaceted. That’s why we offer a flexible benefits package designed to support your unique lifestyle. Our benefits include:

• Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well‑being with our health insurance options.
• Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.
• Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through
• Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.
• Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.
• Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you’re moving to Ireland.
• Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.

We also offer a variety of flexible working options to help you balance your professional and personal life.

Career Progression with Continuous Support

From the moment you join KPMG, you’ll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award‑winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise.

We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential. Learn more about our commitment here - https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/about/inclusion-diversity-equity.html

Ready to Join Us?

If you meet most of the criteria, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV. KPMG is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process if needed. Necessary arrangements can be made at interview stage to accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities.

For any specific queries about the role, please contact Shauna Maguire.

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Please note that agency assistance is not required for this position.

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