Data Governance Senior Consultant

Who You Will Be Working WithYou will join the Data Trust Capability in Capgemini’s Insights and Data (I&D) business unit. Insights and Data is a global business unit covering Enterprise Data Management, Cloud Platforms, Enterprise Content Management and AI & Analytics.Our team is one of the largest and most successful Data Management teams in the UK delivering innovative Data Management and Governance thought leadership to our clients.The Enterprise Data Management provides services on Information Strategy, Data Governance, Master Data Management, Data Architecture, Data Migration and Lifecycle Management.We help our clients build an enterprise-class data platform that allows them to move ahead in their journey of data and insights. Primarily working with leading software vendors like SAP, Informatica, IBM, Oracle et al, the team are first and foremost Consultants, putting client requirements and industry best practices at the heart of delivery.PLEASE NOTE:Security Clearence: To be successfully appointed to this role, must be eligible to obtain Security Check (SC)clearance.To obtain SC clearance, the successful applicant must have resided continuously within the United Kingdom for the last 5 years, along with other criteria and requirements.Throughout the recruitment process, you will be asked questions about your security clearance eligibility such as, but not limited to, country of residence and nationality.Some posts are restricted to sole UK Nationals for security reasons; therefore, you may be asked about your citizenship in the application process.The Focus Of Your RoleWe are seeking senior, delivery-focused leader with strong client-facing experience to drive Data Governance adoption, specifically by implementing Microsoft Purview based capability. You will advise senior clients stakeholder groups as to how to use Purview to support Data Governance outcomes across operational domains, by enlisting the support of the relevant Business Data Owners, Data Stewards and other Data SMEs, by providing Data Management expertise and by communicating the conceptual vision.(DP1.1)The Senior Data Governance Consultant for Microsoft Purview is responsible for designing, leading, and delivering enterprise scale data governance, compliance, risk, and security solutions using the Microsoft Purview suite. This role ensures organisations maximise the value of their data estate while maintaining compliance with regulatory and internal governance requirements.Key responsibilities include:Develop the conceptual vision of a Purview based implementation in terms of outcomes, value and capability milestones.Design end to end Microsoft Purview solutions across Data Governance, Information Protection, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Insider Risk, eDiscovery, and Records Management.Develop scalable architecture and integration patterns aligned with enterprise standards and security frameworks.Lead discovery workshops to translate business, regulatory, and technical requirements into architectural designs.Define Purview deployment roadmaps, operating models, and governance frameworks.Ensure architectural compliance with data protection, privacy, and regulatory obligationsLead technical delivery teams through implementation, configuration, and optimisationOversee integration with Microsoft 365, Azure, Power Platform, on premises repositories, and third party systems.Provide expert guidance on labelling, classification, retention, data lifecycle, and governance workflows.Troubleshoot complex issues and lead resolution across data platforms, security, and identity domains.Act as the primary technical advisor for client senior stakeholdersProduce high quality architectural documentation, solution designs, and presentations.Support organisations in developing data governance strategies and Purview adoption plans.You may also offer insights to the wider community through blogs, articles and social media.At Capgemini, we believe in bringing your whole self to work. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are woven into our everyday culture, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone.What You Will BringAs a Senior Data Governance Consultant for Microsoft Purview you will have 8–12+ years in architecture roles across data, security, compliance, or cloud platforms, with proven experience delivering enterprise scale Microsoft Purview solutions. You’ll have a strong background in Microsoft 365, Azure, and data security/governance programmes.Experience:Microsoft Purview Data Governance - Data Map, Data Catalog, Scanning, Lineage, Business GlossaryPurview Information Protection - Sensitivity labels, auto labelling, encryption, MIP SDKPurview Data Loss Prevention - M365, Endpoint, Cloud Apps/SaaS, Insider Risk indicatorsRecords Management & RetentioneDiscovery (Standard & Premium)Insider Risk ManagementIntegration with the wider MS Azure related components of storage, SQL, Power BI and SharePoint/OneDriveIntegration with third party connectors and on premises data sourcesMetadata management, cataloguing, lineage, classification, and data lifecycle concepts.Azure Active Directory / Entra ID identity governance and the Azure data services specifically Synapse, Data Factory, Purview scanning configurationSkills & Competencies:Enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, SABSA, or equivalent)Strong understanding of data classification models, and risk scoringAbility to design and optimise enterprise Purview deploymentsKnowledge of KQL, PowerShell, and Microsoft Graph is a plus.Capability to analyse unstructured and structured data estatesAbility to lead technical teams and influence senior leadershipAbility to work across cross functional teams (Data, Security, Risk, Compliance, IT Ops)Certifications (Desirable):SC 400: Microsoft Information Protection AdministratorSC 100: Cybersecurity ArchitectAZ 305: Azure Solutions ArchitectMS 500: M365 Security AdministratorTOGAF or equivalent architecture certificationAdditional InfoHybrid working: The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time.If you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks, including: identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back 3 continuous years, and unspent criminal record check (known as Disclosure and Barring Service)What we’ll offer youYou will be encouraged to have a positive work-life balance. Our hybrid-first way of working means we embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day-to-day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements.You will be empowered to explore, innovate, and progress. You will benefit from Capgemini’s ‘learning for life’ mindset, meaning you will have countless training and development opportunities from thinktanks to hackathons, and access to 250,000 courses with numerous external certifications from AWS, Microsoft, Harvard Manage Mentor, Cybersecurity qualifications and much more.Why we’re differentAt Capgemini, we help organisations across the world become more agile, more competitive, and more successful. Smart, tailored, often ground-breaking technical solutions to complex problems are the norm. But so, too, is a culture that’s as collaborative as it is forward thinking. Working closely with each other, and with our clients, we get under the skin of businesses and to the heart of their goals. You will too.Capgemini is proud to represent nearly 130 nationalities and its cultural diversity. Our holistic definition of diversity extends beyond gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, race, age, and religion. Capgemini views diversity as everything that makes us who we are as an organization, including our social background, our experiences in life and work, our communication styles and even our personality. These dimensions contribute to the type of diversity we value the most: diversity of thought.Hybrid working: The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time.If you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks, including: identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back 3 continuous years, and unspent criminal record check (known as Disclosure and Barring Service)What we’ll offer youYou will be encouraged to have a positive work-life balance. Our hybrid-first way of working means we embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day-to-day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements.You will be empowered to explore, innovate, and progress. You will benefit from Capgemini’s ‘learning for life’ mindset, meaning you will have countless training and development opportunities from thinktanks to hackathons, and access to 250,000 courses with numerous external certifications from AWS, Microsoft, Harvard Manage Mentor, Cybersecurity qualifications and much more. #J-18808-Ljbffr