Our client is looking for an experienced Data Advisor to support the organization’s transition toward a more data-driven way of working. In this role, you will act as the bridge between business and data teams, ensuring that data is governed, understood, and leveraged effectively to create business value. You will contribute to Data Governance initiatives, improve data quality and discoverability, coach stakeholders, and help establish strong foundations for enterprise-wide data management.
Key Responsibilities
Data Governance & Data Management
- Support the continuous improvement of Data Governance practices by providing feedback from operational initiatives.
- Define and maintain business data definitions, metadata, data ownership, and responsibilities.
- Contribute to and maintain enterprise Business Glossaries and common data terminology.
- Promote consistent and transversal use of data across departments and product teams.
- Ensure data is discoverable, understandable, and fit for business purposes.
Business Advisory
- Understand business processes, objectives, and challenges.
- Translate business needs into practical data management solutions.
- Identify quick wins while maintaining a long-term vision for sustainable improvements.
- Advise stakeholders on Data Governance, Data Quality, and Master Data Management best practices.
- Focus on delivering measurable business value through data initiatives.
Stakeholder Management & Coaching
- Collaborate closely with Data Owners, Data Stewards, Business stakeholders, and IT teams.
- Facilitate workshops and alignment sessions across multidisciplinary teams.
- Provide coaching, training, and guidance on data management principles.
- Build consensus among stakeholders with different backgrounds and levels of data maturity.
- Act as a trusted advisor while supporting decision-making processes.
Out of Scope
The consultant will not:
- You shall not act from an Ivory Tower.
- You shall not define Data Governance methodology but will influence its evolution by providing retrospective feedback from the field.
- You don’t make decisions for the Business but rather advise them with careful logic or showing your reasoning.
- You don’t develop systems.
Required Experience
Must Have
- Minimum 4 years of experience in Data Management-related roles.
- Strong practical expertise in:
- Data Governance
- Data Quality Management
- Metadata Management
- Master Data Management (MDM)
Nice-to-Have
Experience with one or more of the following:
- Data Classification
- Data Privacy & Data Security
- Business Intelligence & Analytics
- Big Data
- Data Modeling
- Data Integration & APIs
Industry Knowledge
- Experience in Utilities, Energy, or other asset-intensive industries is considered an asset.
- Ability to quickly understand complex business environments and operational data domains.
Languages
- Fluent English (mandatory).
- Fluent in at least one of the following:
- Dutch
- French
- German
Soft Skills
The ideal candidate:
- Challenges stakeholders constructively through analytical and rational thinking.
- Takes a transversal view of data across the enterprise.
- Has a proven track record in driving continuous improvement and delivering results.
- Is customer-focused and business-oriented.
- Demonstrates strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Is curious, eager to learn, and open to innovative approaches.
- Can facilitate workshops and coach stakeholders effectively.
- Communicates confidently with both business and technical audiences.
- Influences, convinces, and drives adoption of new ways of working.
- Combines a hands-on mentality with a supportive coaching attitude.
- Thrives in collaborative, product-oriented environments.
Practical Information
- Location: Brussels
- On-site presence: 2 days per week
- Languages: English + Dutch, French or German
- Valid work permit allowing employment in Belgium.
- Valid Belgian residence permit.
