Data Governance Officer in London

Job Introduction

Main Responsibilities

• Collaborate with colleagues to support the definition of critical data and build out the Bank's business glossary and wider conceptual model.
• Support and influence the definition of clear goals to improve data collaboration, data quality, and reduce data architecture complexity.
• Implement data management frameworks, control standards and procedures, acting as a champion for data governance, raising awareness of data controls, and helping the business to unlock the value of data.
• Guide on what well governed and managed data looks like.
• Prepare, present and effectively communicate data management content at data governance forums and management committees.
• Provide advice and support on how data should be created, captured and maintained effectively, safely and collaboratively, working with data producers, data consumers, data owners and stewards.
• Perform regular horizon scanning, impact assessments and provide recommendations on new and emerging data-related regulation and industry trends.

Ideal Candidate

• Hands-on experience in defining and managing business glossary, data standards, and metadata in a structured governance framework.
• Practical experience developing conceptual models, using recognised modelling approaches.
• Experience engaging business stakeholders to elicit data requirements, clarify meaning, resolve definition conflict and drive common understanding.
• Experience working with data governance tools (e.g. Ab Initio, Collibra, Informatica, etc).
• Experience designing and embedding governance processes and standards in a regulated environment.
• Experience of leading data governance initiatives that have provided tangible business value.
• Strong presentation skills both written and oral, experienced in presenting complex data concepts to a business audience i.e. running workshops and formal data governance meetings.
• Experience of influencing a diverse stakeholder group, including senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and focus on continuous improvement.
• Self-starter, who has strong organisational skills and can manage competing priorities.
• Experience of leading data forums, including preparation of content, running the meetings, capturing and following up on minutes and actions.
• Experience and understanding of data governance, metadata management, quality management, master data management and reference data management.
• Working knowledge of statutory frameworks such as CCPA, GDPR, BCBS and Data Protection Act.

Company Information

Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised way of working, a strong local presence thanks to a nationwide network of branches, and a long-term approach to customer relations. Each Handelsbanken branch operates as a local business enabling it to make decisions at a local level and provide a bespoke service. The focus is always on the need of the individual customer and not on the sale of specific products.

We are embarking on an exciting Business Transformation journey. This transformation will significantly enhance our technology systems, processes and services, bringing evolution to our ways of working. Join us in this transformative journey, where your dedication, adaptability and commitment will play a crucial role in shaping the future of banking for our valued customers.

The Bank is deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all of our activities. This is so that we are an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work that encourages everyone to apply, regardless of socio-economic background, age, disability, pregnancy and/or parental status, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), veteran status, marital and civil partnership status, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.

At Handelsbanken, we deeply value our unique culture and values including trust in and respect for each individual. We take pride in nurturing a work environment where people flourish, and where they are empowered to take decisions in their areas of expertise. We take a long term perspective in everything we do and want each employee who joins us to build a long terms successful career with the Bank.

What is in it for you?

• We have a wide range of learning and development available, empowering and enabling our colleagues to take ownership of their own development.
• Competitive Salary and an extensive range of benefits is provided, including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance.
• A market-leading pension contribution of 15% paid by the bank, which can be invested in a wide range of funds (including ESG and Shariah funds).

Application next steps

Your journey with us begins once you have submitted your application. One of our Handelsbanken recruiters will be reviewing your details and will later organise a phone conversation if you match the role requirements. If there is a mutual fit, we will extend an invitation for you to participate in an interview.

How can we support you to be your best self? Our Talent Acquisition team will be happy to provide support e.g. if you need additional time to prepare for an interview or you have any requirements for any part of the interview/hiring process - just let us know by email uk_talent@careers.handelsbanken.co.uk.

This advert will be live for a minimum of two weeks. However, please note that after the two weeks, the closing date could change at any time depending on the number of responses received.