Global MDM Project Lead | Data Governance | Operational Excellence
📍 Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid)
💼 Employment Type: Full-time | 6-Month Contract
🌍 Global Enterprise Data & Governance Environment
Job Overview
We are looking for an experienced Global Master Data Management (MDM) Project Lead to drive enterprise data governance initiatives, operational excellence programs, and continuous improvement activities across a global organization.
This role focuses on leading cross-functional MDM projects, supporting operational excellence, and strengthening enterprise-wide data governance frameworks while collaborating closely with business stakeholders, domain leads, data owners, and operational teams.
The ideal candidate combines strong expertise in Master Data Management, stakeholder engagement, process optimization, and project leadership within complex global organizations.
This opportunity is ideal for professionals who enjoy leading transformation initiatives, improving operational processes, and driving enterprise data governance standards at scale.
Key Responsibilities
MDM Project Leadership & Governance
* Lead global MDM projects and strategic data initiatives across multiple business domains
* Ensure alignment with enterprise governance standards, operational objectives, and business priorities
* Coordinate with Data Owners, Domain Leads, SMEs, and operational stakeholders
* Drive project execution, adoption, and operational transition activities
Data Governance & Operational Excellence
* Support enterprise-wide data governance and master data standardization initiatives
* Improve data quality, consistency, and operational controls across MDM processes
* Ensure compliance with governance frameworks, policies, and operational procedures
* Identify operational risks, process gaps, and optimization opportunities
Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives from assessment through implementation
* Drive process standardization and operational efficiency enhancements
* Support BAU operational stabilization during high-volume business periods
* Collaborate with operational teams to improve workflow effectiveness and governance maturity
Documentation, Training & Enablement
* Develop and maintain SOPs, governance documentation, process maps, and operational guidelines
* Deliver training and knowledge-sharing sessions across MDM and operational teams
* Promote standardized methodologies and best practices across global operations
* Support capability development and process adoption initiatives
Required Qualifications
* Proven experience in:
-Master Data Management (MDM)
-Data Governance
-Data Operations
-Global Process Management
-Cross-functional Project Leadership
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Experience leading global or enterprise-wide initiatives
* Experience supporting operational transformation and process optimization programs
* Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities
* Experience creating:
-SOPs
-Process documentation
-Governance frameworks
-Training materials
* Ability to work effectively across multicultural and matrix organizations
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience supporting global enterprise or shared services environments
* Exposure to operational excellence or continuous improvement methodologies
* Experience working with enterprise data governance frameworks
* Familiarity with large-scale operational transformation initiatives
* Experience managing BAU transitions and operational stabilization activities
* Exposure to change management and organizational enablement initiatives
Technical & Functional Experience
Master Data Management
* Data Governance
* Data Quality
* Data Standardization
* Data Operations
* Enterprise Data Processes
Project & Operations Management
* Cross-functional Project Delivery
* Operational Governance
* BAU Support
* Process Transition
* Continuous Improvement
Documentation & Enablement
* SOP Development
* Process Mapping
* Governance Documentation
* Operational Narratives
* Training & Knowledge Sharing
Core Competencies
* Leadership & Project Management
* Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
* Operational Excellence
* Strategic Thinking
* Process Improvement
* Change Management
* Communication & Organizational Skills
* Analytical Decision-Making
What We Offer
* Opportunity to lead global enterprise MDM initiatives
* Exposure to large-scale data governance and operational transformation programs
* Collaborative international environment
* Cross-functional stakeholder engagement at global scale
* Participation in enterprise process optimization initiatives
* Dynamic and strategic project delivery environment