Data Governance Specialist

HAYS Specialist Recruitment
Belfast
1 week ago
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We are working with a global financial institution to recruit a Data Governance Specialist to support the Price Risk Initiative. This initiative aims to enhance risk management controls and processes across the Markets business, covering all aspects of market risk management in both First Line and Second Line functions. Key Responsibilities Support the Price Risk Program Initiative lead(s) in driving execution of strategic deliverables related to Data, Data Controls, and Architecture changes. Address data quality issues, ensuring robust controls in the defined target state solution. Identify issues and collaborate with stakeholders to generate solutions. Work with Control and Internal Audit stakeholders to ensure credible challenge and validation of results. Present program status to senior stakeholders. Essential Criteria At least 7 years of experience in Market Risk Management, Product Control, or product valuation, with First Line and/or Second Line experience or in a consulting role. Ability to drive change across a global organization. Proficiency in analyzing large data sets and recommending improvements in quality, controls, and efficiency. Proficiency with Excel; knowledge of Python, SQL, and digital tools is a significant plus. This role will be a hybrid role with 3 days in the office in Belfast. Although the role is initially for a 7-month period there is a high possibility of extension. If you're interested in this role, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call me on . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Data markets analyst Benefits: Work From Home

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