Data and AI Governance Coordinator - Yate

SBS is a global financial technology company that’s helping banks and the financial services industry to reimagine how to operate in an increasingly digital world. SBS is a trusted partner of more than 1,500 financial institutions and large-scale lenders in 80 countries worldwide.

Are you passionate about the power of data and its potential to drive smarter decisions, deliver innovation, and transform business outcomes? At SBS, we’re on a mission to unlock the value of our data, and we’re looking for a forward-thinking, collaborative professional to help us do just that. As our new Data and AI Governance Coordinator, you’ll play a central role in designing, implementing, and evolving our enterprise-wide Data and AI Governance Framework.

What you’ll be doing:

• Build relationships with key data stakeholders across the business to drive adoption and champion governance practices.
• Help design and implement a pragmatic Data & AI Governance Framework rooted in DAMA principles and aligned with SBS’s strategic goals.
• Support the definition of data ownership and stewardship, helping teams understand and manage their critical data.
• Run governance forums and working groups, bringing together voices from across the organisation to shape our data culture.
• Define policies, standards, and processes to help ensure consistency, compliance, and clarity regarding data and AI usage.
• Monitor data risks, provide oversight, and contribute to robust data quality controls and issue management practices.
• Support the development of data dictionaries, business metadata and lineage, making our data more transparent and accessible.
• Drive a cultural shift toward becoming a Data-Informed and Centred Enterprise (DICE).
• Stay ahead of regulations like GDPR and the evolving AI Act, ensuring our framework stays fit for purpose.

Qualifications:

• A natural relationship-builder with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels.
• 3+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, or Data Quality, ideally in Financial Services or tech-driven environments.
• Hands-on experience working with governance frameworks and embedding data culture within complex organisations.
• A proactive, pragmatic mindset and an eye for continuous improvement.
• Organised, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently while collaborating across teams.

We’re committed to supporting our employees in every aspect of their lives, from health and wellbeing to financial security and lifestyle perks. Here’s a snapshot of the benefits you will enjoy as part of our team:

• Competitive salary: Circa £35,000-£45,000
• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, Eye Care Vouchers, Flu Vaccinations
• Finance & Protection: Life Assurance, Critical Illness Cover, Pension Plan, Long Service Awards, Payroll Giving, Fleet car provider
• Leisure & Lifestyle: Cycle to Work Scheme, Holiday Trading, Travel Insurance

As part of our hiring process, new employees will be required to pass a confidential consumer credit check and DBS check. This is a straightforward credit check for CCJs, bankruptcy and a criminal record check; however, if you wish to know more about what is or is not acceptable, please ask our recruitment team.

At our organization, we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences. All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.