Director, Data Governance (Policy, Forums & Reporting), Securities Services

$200,000 - $300,000/Yr

Citigroup - New York, NY

Full-time - Senior

New York, NY

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The Director of Data Governance (Policy, Forums & Reporting) at Citi will lead the Services Global Data Governance Office, ensuring compliance with the Global Data Governance Policy. This role involves collaborating with various Product and Data Owners to influence policy changes, develop new processes, and drive alignment across Services businesses. The position is responsible for orchestrating Data Governance adherence, managing a team, and developing metrics and reporting functions to monitor Data Governance health.

Responsibilities

• Act as the central point of contact for Data Governance adherence within the Services organization.
• Establish governance structures and lead governance working groups/forums to drive consensus on data quality.
• Engage with stakeholders to execute data controls and strategic data priorities.
• Integrate Data Governance controls into Data Management technology and toolsets.
• Manage the Services Data Governance Office team, ensuring staffing adequacy and budget management.
• Drive the development of Data Governance Metrics and Reporting functions.
• Build a Governance Command Center to monitor governance activities.
• Liaise with key stakeholders to communicate data strategy and progress.
• Define the prioritized scope for the enterprise data program in collaboration with functions and regions.
• Build the enterprise business case for data programs and track findings.

Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant experience in Banking or Financial Services.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Strong strategic leadership skills in delivering business value through governance and executive management.
• Ability to manage through ambiguity and solve complex problems.
• Effective communication skills tailored to different audiences.
• Experience in creating frameworks that improve data quality and meet regulatory commitments.
• Experience with data governance tools and driving a positive risk culture.
• Exceptional leadership skills to foster accountability and collaboration.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in regulatory compliance and risk management in financial services.
• Familiarity with data quality tools and governance frameworks.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance