As a Data Policy & Standards Senior Manager, you will establish, maintain, and continuously refine the data policy framework to meet evolving regulatory and business requirements. You will collaborate closely with legal, compliance, security, and operational teams to ensure effective implementation and monitoring of data policies. Through comprehensive training materials and change management initiatives, you will drive stakeholder engagement, ensuring organization-wide adherence to robust data governance standards. The Data Policy & Standards Senior Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring Accenture’s data assets remain compliant, secure, and aligned with the company’s strategic objectives. 
Key Responsibilities: 
Policy Framework Development & Maintenance 
Design, implement, and update enterprise-wide data policies, standards, and guidelines in line with regulatory changes and industry best practices. 
Ensure consistency across Accenture’s Data Governance organization by aligning all policy-related initiatives with organizational objectives. 
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Compliance 
Partner with legal, compliance, security, and IT teams to translate regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) into actionable policies. 
Coordinate regular reviews of policies, monitoring adherence and making necessary updates in response to regulatory shifts or internal feedback. 
Risk Assessment & Mitigation 
Conduct risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities in data governance processes and propose risk mitigation strategies. 
Develop and track key risk indicators, proactively addressing gaps in policy implementation. 
Training & Communication 
Create comprehensive training materials and conduct awareness sessions to help stakeholders understand and comply with data governance policies. 
Lead change management efforts, ensuring smooth adoption of new or updated policies and maintaining clear, transparent communication. 
Continuous Improvement & Strategic Alignment 
Leverage feedback loops to refine and enhance policy frameworks, ensuring they stay relevant and effective in a rapidly evolving data environment. 
Work with leadership to align data governance strategies with broader organizational goals, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement.