Data Governance Specialist

Job Description for Data Governance Specialist

Role Summary:

The Data Governance Office (DGO) is a central function of the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG). The DGO is accountable for its data policy framework which includes Standards, controls and metrics, guidance, training materials and reporting on policy conformance. The team has a key role to play in operational resilience. The DGO also provides centralised tools for data governance implementation and business value from our metadata, including data cataloguing and lineage and integration with divisional systems.

The DGO collaborates closely with divisional Chief Data Officers who are accountable for implementation of the Policy across their respective businesses.

The successful candidate will make an impact on the continual evolution of our framework. They will help us meet policy governance expectations and Enable the organisation to handle data resilience and data risk. The DGO sits in the 'Data Governance, Resilience and Service Escalation' function where Bengaluru is being set up as our centre of excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the DGO Manager in oversight of Policy conformance – implementation of policy controls and metrics, helping ensure a suitable policy control environment
• Use your data governance expertise to own and implement data governance projects and help craft LSEG's strategy
• Build and develop data governance processes and guidance documents in alignment with business requirements to support policy implementation.
• Design and produce data governance materials for training programs aimed at enhancing data literacy and awareness.
• Assist the DGO Manager in driving the Data Governance Office (DGO) Centre of Excellence and conducting data governance workshops. Be a part of our journey to excellence!
• Independently run monthly metrics reporting through collaboration with internal partners at different levels, gathering information from various sources.
• Create Monthly Data Governance Office Dashboards and continuously improve our reporting and its visualization (e.g., PowerBI)
• Drive automation of reporting metrics – define and lead a plan to implement
• Partner with our Records Management team, to ensure approaches are aligned

Skills & Experience:

• 5-10 years’ working in a major services organisation with data or project management
• Demonstrable experience of policy governance, data governance frameworks, data resilience, data risk management, metrics and reporting – ideally in a sophisticated business environment in the financial services industry
• Hands-on working with dashboard tools such as PowerBI
• Proficiency in crafting high-level presentations for senior leaders
• Ability to work and drive initiatives independently, proactively, and in partnership with cross-divisional colleagues, in a multi-functional environment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage, influence and provide clarity to Partners at all levels and across functions
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with keen attention to detail

Other experience which would be beneficial to the role

• Understanding and hands-on experience with data governance tools such as Collibra, Solidatus, Purview
• Familiarity with relevant data protection and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Experience of regulatory mandated programs.

Education:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree or professional certifications, or equivalent experience in a relevant field, such as data management, business administration, computer science

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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