At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the creation of Data Governance frameworks and improve data quality across the bank.
- Company: Join a leading international bank at a transformative stage in its data journey.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic, hybrid work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping data management and influencing senior leadership decisions.
- Qualifications: Experience in Data Governance or Management within financial services is essential.
Want to build a Data Governance function rather than inherit one? This is a rare opportunity to join an international bank at a pivotal stage of its data journey. With big investment across tech, data and digital transformation, they are looking for a Data Governance Lead to establish governance frameworks, improve data quality and help shape how data is managed across the business.
You’ll become the go-to expert for Data Governance in Europe whilst partnering with global teams on wider strategic initiatives. You’ll be highly visible and have the opportunity to influence decision making, engage with senior leadership and help drive the next phase of the bank’s data maturity.
You will get to:
- Take ownership of Data Governance across the European business
- Build and enhance governance frameworks, policies and standards
- Establish clear data ownership and accountability across key business functions
- Lead critical data inventory and data lineage initiatives
- Develop and implement data quality controls, metrics and reporting
- Support major transformation programmes, including a new Core Banking Platform
What you’ll bring:
- Demonstrable experience in a Data Governance, Data Management or Data Risk role
- Solid experience within small/mid size bank or financial services organisation
- Strong understanding of Data Governance frameworks, controls and best practice
- Experience implementing or maturing Data Governance capabilities
Highly desirable:
- UK banking experience
- Exposure to PRA requirements and Data Risk Management
- Knowledge of BCBS239, Basel 3.1 or related regulatory frameworks
- Experience working within international or matrix organisations
What's on offer?
- Discretionary bonus
- Competitive pension and benefits package
- Flexible benefits allowance
- Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building capability from the ground up, influencing senior stakeholders and making a visible impact within a growing international banking organisation.
Data Governance Manager employer: Barclay Simpson
Join an international bank at a transformative stage in its data journey, where you will have the unique opportunity to build a Data Governance function from the ground up. With a strong focus on employee growth, competitive benefits including a discretionary bonus and flexible working arrangements, this role offers a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. As a key player in shaping data management across Europe, you'll engage with senior leadership and make a significant impact within a supportive environment dedicated to your professional development.
