# Data Governance Manager Salary in Sweden

Data Governance Manager
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provides promising career opportunities in Sweden. The role integrates technical skills with creative solutions, offering attractive salary packages. Successful candidates will find a supportive environment for professional advancement.

Tax rateApprox. 32%DemandModerate to HighLast updated29 Jun 2026

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## Role overview

As a specialized Data Governance Manager, the primary focus revolves around modernizing business paradigms and maximizing efficiency. Successful management of these responsibilities helps distributed modern organizations remain highly competitive.

## Annual Salary – 2026

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* PNG $72,900 Average Salary$45,100 - $58,000

Junior 0-2 years

$57,800 - $88,100

Mid-Level 3-5 years

$85,400 - $134,200

Senior 6+ years

### Earnings Breakdown

Estimated Take-Home Pay Expected monthly net income after localized tax deductions (approx. 32%) kr4,131 Hourly Rate Equivalent Based on standard 40-hour work week parameters kr22.78 - kr54.32 Annual Bonus Range Typical performance-based extra compensation kr7,290 - kr10,935 Equity & Stock Bonus Estimated capital compensation incentives Up to kr7,290

### Financial Planning & Budgets

Monthly Savings Target Recommended 34% baseline slice for future wealth security kr                        2,100 Retirement Contribution Target Recommended 16% allocation for long-term retirement accounts kr                        1,000 Maximum Housing Budget Suggested upper limit for monthly rent/mortgage and utilities Up to kr1,200 Emergency Safety Net Recommended 3 to 6 months liquidity cushion target kr18,225 - kr36,450

### Healthcare Infrastructure

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Universal state-subsidized healthcare infrastructure ecosystem. Core general medical accessibility metrics are entirely sustained via your dynamic localized tax bracket contributions (32%).

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## Salary Visualization

![Salary Distribution for Data Governance Manager in Sweden - July 2026](https://jobicy.com/api/jpgraph/chart.php?p10=45100&p25=57800&p50=72900&p75=88100&p90=134200&currency=kr&currency_code=SEK&title=Data+Governance+Manager&country=Sweden)

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![Monthly Salary Breakdown for Data Governance Manager in Sweden - July 2026](https://jobicy.com/api/jpgraph/pie_chart.php?taxes=1944&savings=2083&retirement=972&housing=1215&disposable=0&currency=kr&currency_code=SEK&title=Data+Governance+Manager&country=Sweden)

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## 12-Month Salary Trend

Over the past 12 months, the average compensation for Data Governance Manager roles in Sweden has increased by 1.7%. The estimated average salary moved from kr71,700 in Aug 2025 to kr72,900 as of Jul 2026.

### Historical Salary Data Table

Time PeriodAverage Salary (Annual)Hourly Rate (Range)Jul 2026  kr72,900   kr23 - kr54 Jun 2026  kr73,800   kr23 - kr55 May 2026  kr73,100   kr23 - kr54 Apr 2026  kr73,100   kr23 - kr54 Mar 2026  kr72,200   kr23 - kr54 Feb 2026  kr72,600   kr23 - kr54 Jan 2026  kr72,800   kr23 - kr54 Dec 2025  kr72,500   kr23 - kr54 Nov 2025  kr72,800   kr23 - kr54 Oct 2025  kr71,700   kr22 - kr53 Sep 2025  kr70,300   kr22 - kr52 Aug 2025  kr71,700   kr22 - kr53

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## Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical portfolio experience

### Training & Development

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Access to online learning platforms and certification programs
*     Access to advanced technical training resources
*     Specialized skill development workshops

## Required Skills

### Core Skills

Critical Thinking Time Management Active Listening

### Trending Skills

Digital Literacy AI Tooling Asynchronous Workflows Change Management
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## Specifics

### Work Environment

Remote-first setup with completely autonomous hours

### Tools

Linear Basecamp

### Collaboration

Asynchronous delivery paths coupled with structured platform check-ins

### Time Zones

Adaptable scheduling with core operational overlap during European hours (CET/GMT)

## Benefits

### Common Benefits

Remote Work Options    Flexible Hours    Home Office Allowance    High-end Hardware Budget    Learning & Development Stipend    Compulsory Health Insurance Integration

### Additional Benefits

Mental Health Support    Coworking Space Access    Internet Allowance

## Market Trends * PNG

### Demand

Moderate to High

### Growth Rate

18% annual growth

### Remote Work

Availability: Moderate

Trend: Focus on digital well-being and work-life balance initiatives specific to remote work environments

#### Job Platforms

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#### Key Industries

Robotics Data Analytics Cloud Computing Finance Technology FinTech Healthcare Space Technology

## Cross-Country Pay Scale

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Explore Data Governance Manager salaries worldwide. Below you'll find a comparison of average annual compensation in different countries relative to the base rate in Sweden ($72,900).

[![Japan flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/jp.svg) Japan$61,300 16% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/jp/data-governance-manager.md) [![France flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/fr.svg) France$70,000 4% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/fr/data-governance-manager.md) [![Italy flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/it.svg) Italy$57,500 21% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/it/data-governance-manager.md) [![Switzerland flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/ch.svg) Switzerland$143,800 97% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/ch/data-governance-manager.md) [![Ireland flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/ie.svg) Ireland$100,000 37% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/ie/data-governance-manager.md) [![Portugal flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/pt.svg) Portugal$50,000 31% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/pt/data-governance-manager.md) [![Hong Kong flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/hk.svg) Hong Kong$85,000 17% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/hk/data-governance-manager.md) [![New Zealand flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/nz.svg) New Zealand$81,300 12% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/nz/data-governance-manager.md) [![United States flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/usa.svg) United States$125,000 71% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/usa/data-governance-manager.md) [![Australia flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/au.svg) Australia$111,300 53% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/au/data-governance-manager.md)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the average Data Governance Manager salary in Sweden?

The average salary for a Data Governance Manager in Sweden is $72,900 per year. Entry-level positions (Junior Level) start near $45,100 - $58,000, while experienced professionals (Senior Level) can earn up to $85,400 - $134,200.

### What skills are required for a Data Governance Manager role?

Core skills include Critical Thinking, Time Management, Active Listening. Trending industrial skills are Digital Literacy, AI Tooling, Asynchronous Workflows, while key emerging skills focus heavily on .

### What is the job market outlook for Data Governance Managers?

The job market currently shows a Moderate to High demand trajectory with a 18% annual growth trend factor. Remote availability remains active across modern employment hubs, primarily within sectors like Robotics, Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, Finance.

### What benefits are typically offered to Data Governance Managers in Sweden?

Common base benefits generally encompass Remote Work Options, Flexible Hours, Home Office Allowance, High-end Hardware Budget. Additional remote allowances and workspace bonuses frequently include elements like Mental Health Support, Coworking Space Access, Internet Allowance.

### What roles are similar to Data Governance Manager?

Positions sharing overlapping technical responsibilities and operational workflows include Lead Data Governance Manager, Expert Data Governance Manager, Junior Data Governance Manager. These paths offer alternative vertical career progression steps within distributed ecosystems.

### What is the hourly rate for Data Governance Managers in Sweden?

Calculated against standard full-time operational hours, Data Governance Managers typically average between kr22.78 and kr54.32 per hour. Actual contractual rates vary by platform scale and specific niche mastery.

### What are the core and trending skills for Data Governance Managers?

Fundamental foundational competencies focus on Critical Thinking, Time Management, Active Listening. To remain optimized for modern digital hiring cycles, candidates must actively integrate trending stacks like Digital Literacy, AI Tooling, Asynchronous Workflows alongside advanced systems like .

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including purchasing power parity (PPP), estimated average income taxes
(approximately 32%),
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