Data Management Consultant – (Senior) Principal / Director

Careers Data Management Consultant – (Senior) Principal / Director Experienced Data Netherlands Help organisations turn data into a trusted business asset At Valcon, we help organisations create a Trusted Data Foundation: reliable, understandable, traceable and secure data that can be confidently used across business operations, analytics and AI. As a Data Management Consultant, you work at the intersection of business, data and technology. You help clients improve how they govern, manage and use their data—from defining a strategy and operating model to implementing practical processes, roles and supporting technology. You will join a multidisciplinary team of data management consultants, business consultants, architects and technology specialists. Together, we deliver sustainable solutions that create measurable value for our clients. Experience A completed bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field At least three years of relevant experience in data management, data governance, data quality, data stewardship or Master Data Management Experience in consulting or working within complex, stakeholder-rich organisations The ability to independently structure and deliver a client assignment or workstream Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder-management skills Experience facilitating workshops and translating complex topics into clear, practical recommendations Professional fluency in both Dutch and English Experience with platforms such as Collibra, Databricks, Informatica is an advantage. Relevant certifications or experience with data governance frameworks and regulations are also welcome. Depending on your experience and the client’s needs, you will contribute to or lead assignments in areas such as: Data strategy, maturity assessments and implementation roadmaps Data governance, operating models, ownership and stewardship Data quality management, controls and remediation Master Data Management and reference data management Metadata management, business glossaries, data catalogues and lineage Data and AI governance, regulatory compliance and responsible data use Semantic data management and organisational change You translate strategic ambitions into practical solutions. This may involve assessing a client’s current maturity, designing governance structures, facilitating stakeholder workshops, defining roles and processes, selecting or implementing technology, and supporting adoption across the organisation. Career paths We provide three career paths within the function Data Management Consultant, with opportunities at the following levels. Principal: Apply your Data Management expertise to design and implement solutions across data governance, data quality, metadata management and master data management. Take ownership of solution design and delivery within your area of expertise, advise client stakeholders and coach colleagues. Senior Principal: Lead the design and implementation of complex Data Management solutions across multiple business domains. Act as a senior expert for clients, guide architecture and methodology decisions, and develop reusable approaches and propositions while mentoring other specialists. Director: Combine deep Data Management expertise with strong leadership to shape enterprise-wide solutions for our most complex client challenges. Guide senior stakeholders, oversee solution design and implementation across engagements, and strengthen our Data Management capabilities, propositions and talent. During the application process, we will jointly discuss the appropriate level and career path, taking into account your experience and ambition. What do we offer you? Personal development: a tailor-made growth path with training, courses, certification and mentoring by experienced colleagues. An innovative work environment: collaborate with a team of experts pushing boundaries in data, technology, and consulting. Immediate impact and responsibility: you’ll make a difference for our clients from day one and are entrusted with responsibilities that challenge you to bring the best out of yourself. Inspiring work culture: a supportive, flexible, and no-nonsense environment that fosters your growth and fully allows you to be yourself. Additionally, we offer: Competitive and transparent salary according to our pay structure, an annual bonus of up to 4 months’ salary (depending on seniority level, individual performance, and company results), and a monthly expense allowance of €95. A company car or mobility budget. A workplace that prioritizes and respects your work-life balance (for example by offering you the option of taking a sabbatical or expand the amount of holidays per year). An affordable sports membership that allows you to participate in 50 different sports offered by over 10,000 partners. The opportunity to work remotely from abroad for 10 days per year. A vibrant community that organizes both professional and social events. Ready to apply? Has the above sparked your interest and are you ready to join our innovative and impactful environment? And do our core values – Together, Joy, Curious, Can do, and Integrity – resonate with you? Our recruitment team would be happy to hear from you! Please apply directly or get in touch with our recruitment team ( [email protected] ) to schedule a coffee meeting at our office first. CAREERS WITH VALCON Ready to apply? 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