PwC, a multidisciplinary firm, brings together 7,000 employees in France and the Maghreb, within a global network of over 364,000 people across 136 countries. Every day, we perform roles of excellence to realize our ambition: to be useful to our clients and accelerators of movement. In a constantly evolving world, we invest in the development of our teams with a strong value proposition: Grow here. Go further. A global commitment to support our talents in developing their skills. What are we looking for? Expertise, of course. But above all, curious, passionate personalities, ready to embody the behaviors of the PwC Professional, our common framework that guides our way of working together. Recognized as a Top Employer for the 6th consecutive year, PwC is committed to offering an inclusive and disability-friendly work environment where everyone can fully collaborate and have an impact. If you need specific accommodations for the recruitment interview, please do not hesitate to let us know. The Chief Data Office (CDO) of PwC France & Maghreb is recruiting a Data Governance Manager to sustainably lead Data Governance activities, manage the team, develop the data governance strategy, and ensure operational delivery. This position is part of the Data Governance and Strategy (DGS) team, structured around two poles: a Portfolio Project Management (PPM) pole and a Data Governance pole. The position concerns the Data Governance pole with a focus on leadership, expertise, and delivery. The Manager will operate in a cross-functional environment, with strong exposure to business lines and data stakeholders, on both strategic and operational topics. The Manager will report to the Head of Data Governance and Strategy. S/he will lead the Data Governance pole, composed of 6 collaborators: 3 based in Tunis; 3 based in Paris; The team has a heterogeneous level of autonomy, with experienced and junior profiles requiring guidance and support. The objective of this Manager Data Governance role is to:
- Ensure sustainable managerial and operational leadership of the Data Governance pole;
- Define and deploy the data governance strategy in close collaboration with the Management Team;
- Develop the team's skills and support the pole's maturation;
- Guarantee the quality of deliverables and the value provided to business stakeholders;
- Drive an innovation dynamic, particularly around Artificial Intelligence (AI) uses, by promoting the adoption of AI-augmented tools and methods in the team's daily practices.
The scope notably covers Data Governance, program and data project management, animation of governance bodies and committees, and business support. The Manager will be directly involved in leading and contributing to several structuring programs for the department, which constitute priority axes such as AI Data Ready, Mindset, Data Quality Program, and Orchestra Program. This role is key for PwC Careers and Digital Transformation initiatives, requiring strong Data Management and AI Data Strategy skills.
Eligibility / Qualification Required:
We are looking for a manager-level profile with strong autonomy, capable of working on both Delivery and team management, with a strong appetite for artificial intelligence and innovation. The Manager must demonstrate:
- Confirmed expertise in Data Governance.
- Ability to lead cross-functional projects in complex and transforming environments.
- Strong autonomy in managing activities.
- Proven managerial experience.
- Strong interpersonal skills with business departments, enabling them to position themselves as a true partner.
- Ability to make achievements tangible to stakeholders.
- Ability to identify opportunities for AI use in governance processes and mobilize the team in a continuous improvement approach through technology.
The Manager is expected to:
- Demonstrate pragmatism with a "risk-based" approach.
- Adopt a proactive, autonomous, organized, and results-oriented attitude.
- Be a source of proposals.
- Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Have a fluent level of English allowing work in an international environment.
- Experience with the Collibra tool would be an additional asset.
General Conditions:
PwC is committed to offering an inclusive and disability-friendly work environment where everyone can fully collaborate and have an impact. If you need specific accommodations for the recruitment interview, please do not hesitate to let us know. A positive and inclusive work environment allows you to be fully yourself and collaborate effectively in serving our clients (parenthood programs, gender equity, Be Well, Work Well health and wellness programs, LGBT+ inclusion, and maintaining employment for people with disabilities). For more information on our benefits, please visit our dedicated page.
Our advantages include:
- An innovative technological environment: access to cutting-edge tools like the Tech Lab, Copilot M365, and the AI Factory to shape the world of tomorrow.
- Exceptional learning and development opportunities, thanks to our intelligent training platform and our culture of continuous feedback.
- A stimulating performance cycle, aligned with the PwC Professional framework, to help you achieve your goals and aim for excellence day after day.
Before hiring, a specialized organization will verify the information on your CV.
How to Apply:
To ensure a smooth and transparent experience, our recruitment process takes place in several stages:
- Online assessment with a skills test and/or an English test.
- HR interview.
- Meetings with operational teams (one or more in-person interviews).
- Information verification: before hiring, a specialized organization will verify the information on your CV.
The method of application is implied to be online, although no specific URL or email address is provided. Please refer to PwC's official career page or recruitment portal for application submission.
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