Data Governance & Quality - Director

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Position Title: Data Governance & Quality, Director

Location – Glasgow

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Company Profile

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from greater than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.

As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.

Role Overview

The Director of Data Governance & Quality leads the execution of enterprise-wide data governance initiatives, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and business objectives. This role partners with senior stakeholders to implement governance frameworks, oversee data quality controls, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement data governance policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to governance frameworks and regulatory compliance.
  • Oversee the maintenance of data catalogs, dictionaries, and lineage documentation.
  • Monitor and report on data quality metrics; drive remediation plans for identified issues.
  • Conduct training sessions for business and IT owners on governance roles and responsibilities.
  • Serve as a liaison between business and technology to ensure data-related requirements are defined and prioritized.
Qualifications
  • 4+ years in data governance, data management, or related fields.
  • Proven ability to design and implement governance frameworks and manage data quality.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to remain focused under pressure
What you can expect from Morgan Stanley

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.

Regulatory Requirements

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements: If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

Flexible work

Flexible work statement: Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

Equal Opportunity

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.


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