Director, Data Governance

Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. In the United States, Curaleaf currently operates in 17 states with 147 dispensaries and employs nearly 5,200 team members. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production.   Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence

Our corporate social responsibility is Rooted in Good. We believe in taking corporate and social responsibility very seriously, from our educational outreach to national partnerships, state-wide initiatives and local causes. Giving back to the communities where we operate is important to us and helps to change old attitudes by showing the positive impact of cannabis in creating jobs, changing lives, and helping local communities. Social Responsibility | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence

 

Our Mission: To enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. 

Our Vision: To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis. 

Our Values:

• Lead and Inspire.  
• Commit to Win.  
• ONE Curaleaf.  
• Driven to Deliver Excellence.  

 

About the Role:  

The Director of Data Governance is responsible for developing and leading the data governance strategy and framework across the organization. This role involves ensuring the integrity, quality, and security of data while fostering a data-driven culture. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate with various departments to drive data governance initiatives that support business objectives.

What You’ll Do: 

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive data governance strategy aligned with the organization's goals.
• Establish and oversee the data governance framework, policies, and procedures.
• Drive the adoption of data governance best practices across the organization.

Data Quality and Compliance

• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data across all systems.
• Develop and enforce data quality standards and metrics.
• Monitor compliance with data governance policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with data owners, IT, legal, compliance, and business units to ensure data governance practices are integrated into all data-related activities.
• Facilitate data governance councils or committees to discuss data issues, improvements, and compliance.
• Serve as a liaison between technical and business stakeholders to promote a data-driven culture.

Data Stewardship and Management

• Lead a team of data stewards and data governance professionals.
• Oversee the maintenance of data dictionaries, metadata repositories, and data lineage documentation.
• Provide guidance and support to data stewards in managing data quality and integrity.

Risk Management and Data Security

• Identify and mitigate data risks through robust data governance practices.
• Ensure the implementation of data security measures to protect sensitive information.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify and address data governance and security issues.

Training and Communication

• Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on data governance policies and best practices.
• Communicate data governance initiatives and progress to senior leadership and other stakeholders.
• Promote awareness of data governance through regular updates, workshops, and seminars.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in data management, data governance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in developing and leading data governance programs.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of data governance frameworks, data quality management, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent understanding of database management systems, data warehousing, and data integration tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in data governance tools and software

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Retirement Plan - 401(K)
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Community Involvement Through our Rooted in Good Initiative
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Referral Payment Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Product Discounts

Curaleaf Awards and Achievements:

2023 Ragan’s Top Places to Work

2022 TIME100 Most Influential Companies

2020 Cannabis Doing Good’s Good Neighbor Award

2020: Minorities for Medical Marijuana’s Diversity & Inclusion Award

Follow us on Social Media 

Instagram: @curaleaf.usa

Twitter: @Curaleaf_Inc

Connecticut Hiring Range$147,000—$164,000 USD

Not all benefits listed above are available to all employees at all locations.  

Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as requires by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply. 

Current Curaleaf employees should use our internal job board to submit an application for current openings: https://app2.greenhouse.io/internal_job_board