Data Governance Consultant

Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands February 25, 2026

Datashift is a very fast-growing consultancy team with a focus on delivering solutions that answer business questions with data and facts. In early 2025, we opened an office in Rotterdam to strengthen our support for clients in the Netherlands and drive our continued growth.

Opportunity

For one of our fastest growing practices, we are looking for a skilled Data Governance Consultant. In this role, you will play a crucial role in guiding our clients in optimizing the benefits of data solutions.

Responsibilities

Advise clients on data governance best practices – Guide organizations in defining and implementing data governance initiatives, helping them structure policies, roles, and processes.

Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders – Bridge the gap between technical teams and business users, facilitating workshops to understand client challenges, drive adoption, and demonstrate the value of data governance initiatives.

Implement data governance projects – Work closely with clients on data governance projects, including configuration of data governance platforms (e.g. Collibra).

Assess & improve data governance practices – Evaluate clients’ existing data governance maturity, recommend improvements, and assist in implementing scalable solutions that enhance data quality, lineage, and compliance.