Fusion Consulting
Senior Data Governance Consultant - Pharma (German speaking!) German based
Remote role where the employee must remain based in a particular country.
Germany only
Employer listed it 7 months ago · Found 11h ago
Been open since 7 months ago. Long-running listings are sometimes left up after the role is filled.
Salary
Not stated
Location
Germany only
Timezone
CET ±2
Contract
Full-time
Experience
Senior
Category
Data
This employer didn't state pay. Jobs like this usually pay around $135k–$210k a year, a typical range taken from 260 senior-level data roles on Nomaders that do state pay. It's a guide, not an offer.
Remote flexibility
Work from home
This is a remote role, but the employee must be based in Germany. It is work from home rather than work from anywhere.
What the employer says
- Source listing states candidate location: "Frankfurt am Main, HE, Germany, Frankfurt am Main, HE, de, Remote"
- Job description states: "candidates must be based in Germany have valid work permit"
What Nomaders makes of it
- Payroll and tax are likely handled in that country only
The quotes above are the employer's own words; the reading is ours. Always check the original listing and employment terms before working from another country.
About the role
Swiss Delivery Excellence: Transforming Life Science Consulting Worldwide.
Fusion Consulting is a globally leading Business and IT boutique consultancy specialized in the Life Sciences industry, partnering with leading companies in pharma, healthcare, and animal health.
With over 450 employees and 25 offices worldwide, our mission is to revolutionize our clients' business transformation challenges and set new industry standards through innovative solutions.
Focused on S4HANA, Data & Cloud, and innovative technologies, Fusion Consulting brings unparalleled expertise and commitment to excellence to every project we undertake.
Grounded in our commitment to fast and intelligent decision-making, our client-first and open-hearted approach defines our ethos. With unwavering support and an entrepreneurial spirit, our global teamwork transcends boundaries and turns shared visions into reality.
As a Senior Data Governance Consultant (Pharma), you will act as a strategic advisor to corporate pharmaceutical clients, helping them design and implement enterprise-wide data governance frameworks that meet regulatory requirements and enable advanced analytics. You will lead client engagements, shape governance strategy, and ensure alignment between business, IT, and compliance stakeholders
Key Responsibilities
Lead data governance strategy development for pharmaceutical and life sciences clients, ensuring alignment with corporate, regulatory, and compliance needs.
Design and implement governance operating models, policies, and stewardship frameworks across global organizations.
Guide clients in data quality, metadata management, and data lineage to support regulatory audits and trusted analytics.
Act as a thought leader in pharma data governance, advising on best practices and emerging trends (e.g., AI/ML readiness, FAIR data principles).
Manage and mentor consulting teams, ensuring high-quality delivery and professional development.
Facilitate executive workshops, stakeholder alignment sessions, and change management programs to embed governance into client culture.
Oversee integration of governance with Master Data Management (MDM), regulatory systems (e.g., Veeva), and analytics platforms.
 
6+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or MDM, with a strong track record in pharma or other regulated industries.
Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory standards (e.g., GxP, GDPR, FDA/EMA guidelines) and their implications for data management.
Proven ability to lead client engagements, from initial strategy through to execution and adoption.
Hands-on expertise with governance tools and platforms (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation, Veeva Network).
Strong leadership skills, with experience mentoring consultants or managing workstreams.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence senior executives and drive organizational change.
Consulting background preferred; ability to thrive in a client-facing, project-driven environment.
Remote work usually possible, but candidates must be based in Germany have valid work permit for the European Union
Fluently in German and English
Requirements
The employer hasn't listed requirements separately, they're described in the role summary above and on the original listing.
Benefits
- ·Workflex: Enjoy 25 days of flexibility to work from your preferred global location.
- ·Flexible Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance, with flexibility beyond standard holiday allowances.
- ·Annual Training Budget: Access CHF 1,500 to invest in your professional development and skill enhancement.
- ·Continuous Learning: Thrive in an environment that encourages ongoing learning, with opportunities to develop new skills and broaden your expertise.
- ·Global Mobility Support: Gain assistance with international assignments, visa/permit support, and relocation services.
How to apply
- 1Check the flexibility label above, work from home, matches where you plan to live and work.
- 2Tailor your CV to the role at Fusion Consulting, mentioning your remote working experience and working hours (CET ±2).
- 3Apply directly on the employer's careers page using the button below. Nomaders never handles your application.
Found 11h ago. Last checked today. Always confirm the details on the original posting, salary and location can change after publication.
Listing sourced from Company boards.
Similar roles
Other open data roles with comparable remote rules.
Free to apply, no account needed.
Typically $135k to $210k per year · You'll be taken to the employer's careers page.