Do you thrive on helping organizations unlock the real business value of their data? Do you enjoy working at the intersection of data platforms, governance, and enablement - bringing people along while transforming concepts into scalable enterprise solutions?

Then you could be our new Senior Data Platform & Governance Consultant!

📍 Location: Ballerup

We are seeking an experienced data governance consultant with strong expertise with data platforms (E.g., Microsoft Fabric) and deep hands-on experience in metadata-driven data governance, ideally centred around Microsoft Purview.

In this role, you will help clients turn data governance strategies into tangible, working solutions, guiding them from early concepts and proofs of value to enterprise-scale implementations.

This role sits at the intersection of data platform engineering, governance, and enablement, working closely with data engineers, architects, business stakeholders, and compliance teams, ensuring governance delivers real business value - not just documentation.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Serving as a trusted advisor on data governance, metadata management, and modern data platform security

• Leading stakeholder alignment to ensure governance models are understood and adopted across business, IT, data owners, and compliance teams

• Translating governance strategies into practical, actionable solutions tailored to client maturity and culture

• Supporting pre-sales and advisory phases, including assessments, roadmap creation, and solution design

• Designing and implementing Microsoft Purview-based governance solutions, such as unified data catalogs, metadata models, lineage, and sensitivity labelling, while advising on metadata structure and quality

• Advising on data platform architectures to ensure data assets are cataloged, traceable, and easily understood, embedding governance in everyday delivery

• Establishing end-to-end data lineage, advising on data quality, and helping clients measure and improve metadata health and governance maturity

• Actively contributing to the commercial service development with professional insights and best practices to Columbus’s governance offerings
  

Come join us!

Columbus Data & AI is on a clear growth journey, helping organizations unlock the value of data and AI in a way that is secure, responsible, and scalable.

What makes Columbus Data & AI special is the mindset the team is built around. The focus is not only on implementing technology, but on working together to help organizations use data and AI responsibly, supporting real business decisions and long-term impact.

The culture is pragmatic, collaborative, and social. The best solutions are created when architects, engineers, governance specialists, and business experts work closely together, share knowledge, and support each other. Curiosity, openness, and a strong sense of team spirit are core parts of how the team works every day.

At the same time, the environment supports both professional and personal growth. People are given the freedom to explore new ideas, challenge assumptions, and influence how Data & AI services are delivered. As the journey continues to evolve, everyone in the team has the opportunity to help shape the way Columbus - and its clients - move forward with data, AI, and responsible innovation.

We’d be excited if you have some of the following skills

• Senior-level experience as a consultant or specialist in data governance, analytics platforms, or data management

• Proven experience with:

  • Data governance frameworks and operating models

  • Metadata management and data catalogs

  • Data lineage, data mapping, and documentation

• Experience working across multiple stakeholders and organizational layers

• Hands-on experience implementing Microsoft Purview Data Governance, including Unified Catalog and Data Map

• Ability to combine technical depth with strong communication and facilitation skills

• Driven by curiosity and an ongoing commitment to learning, especially in the evolving Microsoft data landscape

Do you see yourself in this role and want to join the journey?

Send us your application as soon as possible! We review candidates on an ongoing basis. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Hiring Manager, Jakob Niel Wynn at +45 51 92 44 46.

About Columbus

People always come first at Columbus. We’re a global digital consultancy with a local presence, helping businesses transform and thrive through technology, data, and human insight. Just as importantly, we’re a workplace where careers are nurtured, and development is supported through clear, structured career paths.

Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, curiosity, and a shared commitment to delivering customer success. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll find the freedom to explore ideas, challenge convention, and shape your own path.

With over 1,500 colleagues across more than 10 countries, we bring global perspectives and local understanding. What unites us is our belief in creating meaningful impact — for our people, our customers, and the journey ahead.

Learn more on www.columbusglobal.com

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