Data Governance Lead
Budapest, Hungary Regular Posted on Feb. 25, 2026 Closing on Apr. 30, 2026Job title: Data Governance Lead
Location: Budapest, Váci Greens
Hybrid working
About the job
As Data Governance Lead within our Business Operations Transformation team, you'll lead global data governance efforts that drive Sanofi's transformation into a truly data-driven organization. Ready to get started?
Join the team that powers Sanofi from within — streamlining how we work, scaling bold ideas, and accelerating impact across the business. In our Hubs, you'll shape smarter ways of working that help bring life-changing treatments to people everywhere. As part of a global data services function, you'll define and deliver governance strategies that ensure data quality, consistency, and trust across the enterprise.
About Sanofi
We're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives.
Main responsibilities
- Lead a global team of Data Stewards for corporate data, driving governance processes that ensure data quality and compliance.
- Define and deliver actionable governance strategies across all data domains, aligned with Global Enterprise Governance frameworks.
- Design, enhance, and maintain the structures, practices, and processes that underpin effective data governance.
- Guide continuous data cleansing efforts and oversee the consistent application of data policies across the organization and local Data Maintenance Teams.
- Oversee operational master data activities and establish clear guidelines for adoption across teams.
- Partner with business and data stakeholders using Agile methodology to embed governance into Sanofi's global operating model.
About you
Experience: Solid professional background in data governance or data management, with proven ability to ensure governance process compliance across complex, global organizations.
Soft and technical skills:
- Proven track record of leading teams with a governance mindset, managing multiple stakeholders across functions and geographies
- Strong business acumen — understanding how digital and data initiatives drive business value
- Outstanding communication skills with the ability to bridge business and technical domains, making complex concepts accessible to all audiences
- Forward-thinking and innovative, with enthusiasm for exploring core model solutions that support process transformation
- Ability to see the global picture across multiple domains and teams
- Hands-on experience with data concepts; knowledge of MDM and CI/CD is a plus
- Strong presentation skills, attention to detail, and active listening
- Collaborative team player comfortable working independently and within multicultural teams
- Quick learner who adapts to new business concepts and thrives in a fast-changing environment
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant field
Languages: Fluent in English (essential for operating in a multicultural environment)
What We Offer
Opportunity to contribute to a company that is a leader in healthcare and pioneer in digital transformation
Endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, locally or internationally
Comprehensive rewards package that recognizes your contribution
Extensive health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare and wellness programs
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nullPursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.
Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what’s never-been-done-before. You’ll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science and improve people’s lives? Let’s Pursue Progress and Discover Extraordinary – together.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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