Executive Director, Risk Management, Head of Data Governance

16 hours ago

Dublin, Ireland MUFG Investor Services Full time

The Head of Data Governance will be responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing the Data Governance strategy, framework, policies and practices. They shall be responsible for ensuring that data across the organization is accurate, consistent, secure and compliant with relevant regulations, with a strong focus on mitigating data risks. Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between Data Governance initiatives, Risk and Compliance frameworks, Data Protection Framework and strategic business goals.

This is a 2nd line global role where reporting to the Head of Risk you shall coordinate planning and monitoring activities as per strategy and ensure reporting to committees, boards and appropriate internal forums provides an enterprise view of data risks.

Role and Responsibilities

- Maintain and enforce Data Governance framework, policies, procedures and standards to ensure compliance with local regulations and global frameworks and standards.

- Build and manage the Data Governance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

- Develop and execute the overall Data Governance and Control frameworks ensuring alignment with the company’s strategy and regulatory requirements.

- Support management of the operational data life-cycle model from collection to disposal, ensuring current Record Retention Schedules are in place and practices adhere to Record Management Policies.

- Ensure effective Data Governance practices are defined and embedded across all functions and aligned appropriately to group practices to address key data risks, including security, privacy, access, retention and quality issues, including the development and provisioning of training programs as required.

- Assist with shaping the existing Data Management strategy and ensure alignment with overall group strategy.

- Drive the setting and measuring of KPIs to define base quality of data and program improvement across the business.

- Work with other Risk Team members and Line 2 and control functions to provide support and challenge.

- Lead cross-department projects, monitoring and remediation programs as required.

- Management of key stakeholders to promote a culture of data awareness and supporting the Head of Risk in coordinating, planning and monitoring activities with the Risk Departments strategy as required.

- Perform other duties as assigned and incidental to the work described above

This role is a Controlled Function (CF) role under the CBI Fitness & Probity regime.

University degree in Computer Science, Math, Finance, Accounting or an equivalent combination of education.

Work Experience

Candidates will require at least 5 years’ experience within a leadership role in data governance, data management or related field.

Functional/Technical Skills and Knowledge Requirements

Essential

- Experience leading an oversight team in a high paced environment

- Experience in data analytics activities, including cleansing, formatting and reporting.

- Proficient with IT architecture and database systems with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams

- Strong working knowledge of financial services and fund servicing operational processes.

- Comfortable with ownership of Policy and framework, design and execution of same.

- Proficiency with Data Governance and data management tools.

- In-depth understanding of data privacy laws and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, etc.).

Preferred

- DAMA CDMP certified or equivalent alternatives.

- Experience with Data Modelling and ETL (Data Flow) processes.

Behavioural Competencies

Client Focus

• Ability to deliver high quality services which meet or exceed client expectations

• Commitment to finding new ways to increase client satisfaction

• Ability to think strategically and problem solve when dealing with client matters

Drive for Results

• Willing to embrace new technologies to identify new solutions & inefficient processes.

• Ability to work independently and being proactive with solving problems

• Capability to accomplish organizational goals

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to foster effective communication with others

• Ability to express ideas effectively in individual and group situations

• Ability to adjust language or terminology to the characteristics and needs of an audience

• Ability to keep staff motivated in challenging circumstances

Personal Capability

• Demonstrates accountability and strong decision -making skills

• Adept at planning and organizing new initiatives

• Focus on quality and continuous improvement

• Ability to delegate effectively

• Leadership skills and ability to manage stress and conflict in a positive way

• Understanding of the importance of diversity and how cultural and individual differences can add value to business relations and team performance

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So, why settle for the ordinary?  Apply now for a Brilliantly Different career. 

We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those proceeding to the interview stage will be contacted.

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Who are we? In a nutshell, MUFG Investor Services is part of the Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, and we partner with over 480 loyal global investment firms to provide them with administration, asset services, banking and fund financing.

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