Governance Risk & Compliance Senior Manager - Data & AI

Governance Risk & Compliance Senior Manager - Data & AI

Job Level: W2T Consultant

Job Location: Hybrid - Omaha, NE

Travel Expectations: 0- 50%

Job Classification: Temporary (W2T)

Join Centric Consulting - A Culture You'll Love

At Centric Consulting, we''''ve cultivated a unique approach to business. Our business is built on three fundamental principles: Enjoy the people you work with, have fun, and do great work. These principles define our consulting model and have crafted one of the most vibrant cultures in the consulting industry - celebrating individuals, collaboration, and lifelong friendships.

Help organizations build trust in their data, accelerate responsible AI adoption, and navigate the evolving risk landscape.

Centric Consulting is seeking a Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Senior Manager - Data & AI Governance to lead strategic client engagements focused on Data Governance, AI Governance, data management transformation, and responsible AI adoption.

As a leader within our Governance, Risk & Compliance practice, you will partner with executives, risk leaders, business stakeholders, and technology teams to develop governance frameworks that enable innovation while effectively managing risk. You will help organizations establish trusted data foundations, implement scalable AI governance programs, and align governance practices with evolving regulatory and business expectations.

This role is ideal for a strategic consultant who enjoys solving complex business challenges, leading high-performing teams, and helping clients realize measurable value from their data and AI investments.

In this role, you will:

• Lead Data Governance, Data Management, and AI Governance engagements for clients across multiple industries.
• Design and implement governance frameworks, operating models, policies, standards, and controls that support responsible AI and data-driven transformation.
• Advise clients on developing enterprise AI governance programs, including use case intake, risk assessments, approval processes, oversight frameworks, and monitoring practices.
• Facilitate governance councils, steering committees, and executive forums responsible for evaluating and prioritizing data and AI initiatives.
• Partner with data science, analytics, engineering, and business teams to establish standards for AI observability, model evaluation, transparency, and accountability.
• Drive enterprise data quality, metadata management, data cataloging, and stewardship programs that improve trust in critical business data.
• Lead initiatives that advance organizational maturity in data management, governance, and AI adoption.
• Develop and execute Data Literacy and AI Literacy programs that increase organizational awareness, capability, and adoption.
• Collaborate with compliance, risk management, legal, privacy, cybersecurity, and audit stakeholders to ensure governance programs align with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Translate complex technical and regulatory concepts into practical business recommendations for executive and non-technical audiences.
• Build trusted relationships with client executives and key stakeholders, serving as a strategic advisor on governance and risk matters.
• Lead, coach, and develop consulting teams while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to practice growth through thought leadership, solution development, business development, and mentoring activities.
• Stay informed on emerging trends, regulations, and industry best practices related to Data Governance, Risk Management, Artificial Intelligence, and Responsible AI.

Who You Are:

• You are a strategic leader who thrives at the intersection of governance, risk, technology, and business transformation.
• You combine strong consulting skills with deep expertise in data and AI governance and enjoy helping organizations navigate complex challenges while driving meaningful outcomes.
• Bachelor''''s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Governance, Risk & Compliance, Data Governance, Data Management, AI Governance, Technology Consulting, Risk Management, or related disciplines.
• 5+ years of experience leading teams, programs, or large-scale enterprise initiatives.
• Proven experience designing and implementing governance frameworks, policies, controls, and operating models.
• Experience leading initiatives in regulated or highly complex business environments.
• Strong understanding of Data Governance, Data Quality, Metadata Management, Data Stewardship, and Data Lifecycle Management practices.
• Experience supporting AI, machine learning, analytics, or emerging technology initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to engage executive stakeholders and influence strategic decision-making.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, presentation, and client relationship skills.
• Experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to connect governance initiatives to measurable business outcomes.

Total Rewards:

We proudly offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive and well-rounded benefits package for full-time employees that have been designed to nourish your well-being, such as health coverage, wellness programs, 401K company match, self-managed PTO, and other unique incentives that celebrate your accomplishments.

• Remote and Hybrid Work
• Time Off When You Need It
• Benefits That Flex
• Professional Development

While benefits eligibility may vary for roles that are not full-time, we provide unique opportunities for growth, skill development, and more. Regardless of your role, you'll be part of a collaborative environment where every team member contributes to our shared success.

Discover more about our benefits by exploring additional details here benefits.

Who We Are:

Founded in 1999 with a remote workforce, we combine the benefits of experience, flexibility, and cost efficiency to create tailored solutions centered on what's best for businesses. Now numbering more than 1,400 employees in the U.S. and India, we're committed to solving clients' toughest problems and delivering on our mission of providing unmatched experiences.

Our purpose at Centric Consulting is to bring unmatched experiences to clients and employees. These aren''''t just words we use - it''''s how we became a company and who we are today. Providing an unmatched experience means we approach each other as human beings and lead with empathy and humility. It means we work diligently to ensure we are a place where everyone can create a sense of belonging and feel respected for who they are.

What Makes Centric a Great Place to Work?

We know that creating and sustaining an authentically welcoming culture requires that we all play a part in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, from our business practice to how we show up for employees and communities. This is how we bring our mission and core values to life, working together to provide the highest quality services to our clients while allowing our employees to reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team if you require accommodations during the application or interview process.

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