Data Governance Lead

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in analysis, problem solving, leadership, stakeholder management and communication to Citi’s Services, Markets and Client (SMC) CDO – Data Risk & Controls Team.

By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Team/Role Overview

The Data Governance Lead is responsible for leading activities that contribute to the definition of the Enterprise Data Governance Strategy, and/or Data Risk and Control Framework and Data Risk Taxonomy, and plays a critical role in leading activities to support implementation of the Data Governance Policy/Data Risk and Control framework.

This job requires excellent communication skills needed to negotiate internally, often at a senior level.  Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required to guide and influence others, in particular, colleagues in other areas and occasional external customers.  Accountable for significant direct business results or authoritative advice regarding the operations of the business.

The Team is currently small, but a very performing and highly respected team across SMC with plans to grow the team significantly further by the end of the year. The Team consists of highly experienced SMEs in Banking & Capital Markets, Data, Risk and Audit. The Team works primarily with stakeholders across the business to support them in assessing and remediating Data Quality control gaps across a set of prioritised products. The Team also helps with various ad-hoc requests that fall within the team’s remit.

What you’ll do

• Liaise with partners to lead in establishing, managing and implementing policy adoption plans, compliance metrics, communications and training

• Lead business analysis through collection, analysis, review, documentation and communication of business needs and requirements, to understand requirements and aligning these to Data Governance and/or Data Risk and Controls standards to drive appropriate solutions

• Contribute to the establishment of Data Governance and/or Data Risk and Controls standards in alignment with Enterprise Chief Data Office, and ensure proper documentation of processes

• Support key Data Transformation projects across the organization as Subject Matter Expert in data policies

• Lead activities to ensure roles and responsibilities related to data are understood and implemented across businesses

• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure timely execution of milestones, provide reporting of potential risks to delivery, and incorporate milestone reporting and changes

• Capture requirements, develops delivery plans and manages the entire lifecycle of metrics and report production

• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm’s reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

What we’ll need from you

• Experience in Banking or Finance industry preferred in a Data Governance/ Data Management/ Process Engineering, Risk, Controls, Data Auditing or related area or Internal Audit experience (preferably Markets or Technology)

• Communicates effectively, develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences; able to drive consensus, and influence relationships at all levels

• Collaborates effectively by building partnerships and working well with others to meet shared objectives

• Strong negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills across a variety of stakeholders at different levels

• Optimizes work processes by balancing effective / efficient processes with a focus on continuous improvement. Demonstrates ability to balance between seeing the “big picture” while paying close attention to detail

• Organizational savvy: understands systems, management processes, knows where to go for information and how to interpret them

• Working knowledge of Data Operating Model practices, Data Policies / Standards / Procedures, Data Governance / Management, Data Compliance, Data Risk and Controls within large, financial services firms

• Experienced in overseeing multiple workstreams, presenting status updates and identifying risks

• Bachelor’s/University degree, Master’s degree preferred in  Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data / Information Management

• Any certifications relevant to Data, Risk, Audit, Project Management preferred

What we can offer you

This is a role that’ll offer you the opportunity to build an in-depth knowledge of financial services products, processes, Data, systems and operations. Every day there will be new business challenges that will help you develop new skills that can drive your career.

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi Belfast, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as: 

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure

• A discretional annual performance related bonus 

• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Pension Plan 

• Paid Parental Leave 

• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends 

• Access to an array of learning and development resources 

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day.  We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive. 

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities. 

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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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