Senior Data Governance Lead - Director/Executive Director

Your role

Are you a highly skilled Senior Data Management Officer? Do you have extensive experience in data management, governance, and strategy implementation, particularly within a large-scale business environment? Do you want to play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity, quality, and security of our data assets while aligning with regulatory requirements and business objectives?

We're looking for someone to:

• design, establish, and implement a comprehensive data governance strategy and data architecture strategy tailored to the needs of our organization within the financial services industry
• lead efforts to identify and address complex data quality issues, conducting root cause analyses, and devising effective remediation plans
• coordinate data governance forums or committees, engaging stakeholders at senior levels to drive alignment and decision-making
• develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure data quality and provide regular metrics and reports to stakeholders to establish and measure data risk appetite
• collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to data governance standards and best practices across the organization
• train and onboard new hires and role holders across various departments to enhance their understanding of data management principles and their roles in maintaining data integrity
• stay abreast of regulatory requirements and industry trends related to data management and governance, making recommendations for continuous improvement
• participate in strategic planning sessions to align data management initiatives with organizational goals and objectives

Your team

The WMA Data Management Office (DMO) is a centralized team responsible for overseeing the collection, storage, integration, and governance of data across the organization. It ensures data quality, consistency, and compliance with regulatory requirements, while also supporting data-driven decision-making and strategic initiatives. This position reports to the GWM Americas Chief Data Officer. The DMO collaborates with various departments to establish data standards, policies, and procedures to maximize the value of data assets and mitigate risks associated with data usage.

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Your expertise

• ideally a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business Administration; advanced degree preferred
• minimum of 7 years of experience in data management, data governance, or a related field within the financial services industry
• proven track record of designing and implementing data governance strategies and data architecture frameworks in large-scale businesses
• strong understanding of data management concepts, including data lineage, taxonomies, data structures, and data quality assessment methodologies
• experience working with regulatory bodies and familiarity with compliance requirements related to data management within the financial services sector
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving data quality issues
• ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• a self-starter willing to dive deep into subject matter and challenge the status quo

*LI-UBS

About us

UBS is the world's largest and the only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors..

We have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries.

Join us

At UBS, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.

From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we're more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?