Risk and Finance Data Governance Analyst - AVP & VP

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Risk & Finance Data Governance Analyst - AVP & VP needed!

Are you ready to take your career to new heights in the dynamic world of financial services? Our client, one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan, is on the lookout for two talented Risk & Finance Data Governance Analysts to join their EMEA Data Office in London. If you have a passion for data governance and the skills to match, we want to hear from you!

Position Details:

Contract: 6 months with strong possibility of extension
Daily Rate: From £450 (via Umbrella Company, depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, standard office hours, minimum 2 days in the office

Why Join Us?

Engage with a leading institution that values diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace.
Enjoy a hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance.
Benefit from standard office hours, with occasional out-of-hours work as needed.

Role Overview:
As a Risk & Finance Data Governance Analyst, you will play a crucial role in the EMEA Division's BCBS239 Programme. You'll collaborate with stakeholders across various functions to ensure fit-for-purpose data and drive best practises across the industry. This is an exciting opportunity to educate and inspire stakeholders on the importance of effective data governance.

Key Responsibilities:

For AVP Role:

  • Implement and support the data governance strategy and policy.
  • Drive the data governance implementation book of work and develop the pipeline.
  • Manage data definition, governance, and lineage for prioritised use cases.

    For VP Role:
  • Oversee data definition, lineage, and governance for prioritised use cases.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement data standards.

    Both Roles Include:

    Monitoring changes to business data requirements.
    Supporting investigations of data quality issues and developing remediation plans.
    Engaging with various teams to ensure clear communication of data-related business requirements.

    What We're Looking For:

    Knowledge and Skills:
  • Expertise in data governance, data quality, metadata, profiling, and analysis in a financial services environment.
  • Familiarity with BCBS239 in a Tier 1/Tier 2 bank.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, SQL, and data management tools (e.g., Collibra).

    Experience:
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to drive consensus.
  • Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, SharePoint, and exposure to SQL, Python, or R is a plus.

    Candidates must show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered.

    What's in It for You?

    Join a supportive team that values innovation and encourages you to challenge the status quo.
    Gain valuable experience in a well-established financial institution with a global reach.

    Ready to Apply?
    If you're enthusiastic about data governance and want to make a real impact, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV detailing relevant experience.

    Note: If you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, unfortunately, your application has not been successful, but we may keep your details on file for future opportunities.

    Our Commitment:
    We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity in all forms. We celebrate the unique contributions of every individual and are dedicated to creating a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming.

    Join us and be part of something exceptional!

    Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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