Senior Data Governance Specialist

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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a central Data Governance team responsible for coordinating and leading the delivery of CEP's Data strategy. The CEP Data Governance Specialist will be at the forefront of efforts to drive the BCBS 239 / ECB Risk Data Aggregation & Risk Reporting (RDARR) multiyear program as well as broader internal data governance initiatives, policies and frameworks. The individual will work closely with senior businesses, products and functions stakeholders to drive measurable improvements in data quality and ensure alignment and consistency of approach across Citi. Excellent communication skills are required to engage with senior internal stakeholders, present to governance committee's and interact with regulatory bodies and additional 3rd parties (where required).

This is very much a 'hands on' role which will require elements of business analysis, root cause analysis and evaluation of solutions to improve data quality within CEP.

Close collaboration with global functions such as Finance, Risk and Technology will be required, and this role will likely interface with 2nd/3rd Line of Defence teams so previous experience in this regard would be advantageous.

The role will report within the CEP Data Team.

• Creation, ownership and management of project plans, issues lists, and key metrics that ensure BCBS 239 / RDARR Programme delivery and efficiency.
• Delivery of CEP focused data governance activities, principles, policy, practices and standards.
• Execution of data strategy, engage and mobilize business/product/function partners and their respective Data Governance Officers.
• Daily delivery / SME on data specific projects (e.g., SME on BCBS 239/RDARR and other strategic Projects).
• Develop and Coordinate Materials for Senior Management meetings, as well as discussions with regulators.
• Leverage Banking & International Data Team support and manage relationships with business and functional leaders to drive progress on CEP data quality initiatives.
• Engage and work with a wide set of Citi constituents and data providers to mobilize and implement data quality solutions.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made demonstrating consideration for the firm's reputation.
• Safeguard CEP, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to policy, applying sound ethical judgement regarding personal behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency
• Adhere with Citi project/PMO standards for delivery updates, progress, risks.
• Understand the significant conduct risks specific to their product or function and individual role at CEP and comply with the roles and responsibilities defined by Citi's policies and subordinate policy documents on conduct risk management.

Opportunity to actively participate in the execution of CEP's data strategy and regulatory priorities, interfacing with senior management, governance committees and multiple senior stakeholders across the Enterprise Data Office and Banking & International data organisation.

Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience. Masters/MBA degree is a plus.

Curious, interested, tenacious, inventive and resolute.

Self-motivated with a strong team ethic.

Significant banking or financial services experience.

Project/Programme Management and Business Analysis experience.

Good knowledge of investment banking products and the front to back data supply chain into Risk and Finance.

The ability to work independently but also as part of a broader team (with local and functional matrix reporting lines).

Note: Citi is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.