Data Governance Senior Lead Analyst

As a Senior Lead Data Governance Analyst, you will shape how Citi manages operational risk, data, and technology across its Operational Risk Management organization. You will partner with stakeholders across the Chief Data Office, risk leads, and technology teams to build durable data governance programs that reduce operational losses and strengthen control environments. This is an opportunity to apply deep risk and data governance expertise to initiatives with enterprise-wide visibility and impact.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee operational risk policies, governance processes, and technology tools that reduce losses from control gaps and emerging risks.
• Assess risks independently and address the root causes behind recurring operational risk losses by challenging existing and proposed practices.
• Lead cross-functional data governance programs in partnership with the Chief Data Office, risk leads, technology teams, and program management teams.
• Apply artificial intelligence capabilities to standardize data insights and strengthen risk reporting.
• Define the scope, strategy, and success criteria for operational risk data governance initiatives.
• Manage operational risk products and requirements in partnership with technology and business stakeholders.
• Oversee program and project execution artifacts required for business completion and internal audit validation of regulatory milestones.
• Build relationships with business users and risk partners to translate changing operational risk and data governance requirements into action.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Carries 12+ years of relevant experience in operational risk, data governance, or a related discipline.
• Communicates and influences effectively across all levels of the organization, including external partners and vendors.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships while addressing and resolving conflict constructively.
• Applies in-depth knowledge of operational risk processes and the technology platforms used for risk reporting and book of work management.
• Translates complex risk and data governance topics into clear messaging for a broad audience.
• Delivers detailed, analytical output including the design and presentation of recommendations.
• Demonstrates advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in data governance and data control functions.
• Background in third-party or vendor oversight.

What We Offer

Joining this team places you at the center of how Citi manages operational risk and data governance at scale, with the opportunity to shape decisions that matter.

• Influence governance and decision-making processes that shape how Citi manages operational risk across the organization.
• Collaborate with colleagues worldwide as part of a hybrid schedule, working three days in the office and two days working remotely each week.
• Access ongoing learning and development opportunities to deepen expertise in data governance and risk management.
• Benefit from programs that support financial wellbeing, family needs, and work-life balance.
• Build your career with exposure to enterprise-wide programs and senior stakeholders across the business.

Apply today to help shape the future of data governance and operational risk management at Citi.

•Working Environment: office setting, minimal travelling and working hours in the office may be required during projects.
• Effort: minimal physical effort required. High levels of prolonged and intense concentration may be required in front of computer.

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Job Family Group:

Data Governance

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Job Family:

Data Governance Foundation

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Internal Controls, Management Reporting, Policy, Procedure, and Regulation, Program Management, Risk Controls and Monitors.

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Other Relevant Skills

Credible Challenge, Data Analysis, Laws and Regulations, Policy and Procedure, Referral and Escalation, Risk Identification and Assessment, Risk Remediation.

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