Data Governance Lead Analyst Hybrid

Job Background / context :

The role lies within the Services Operations Data Governance Execution team, and is focused on supporting the multi-year, multi-workstream strategy of implementing effective data governance and remediation programs in alignment with key enterprise-wide regulatory commitments.

Drive adoption of enterprise-wide e2e Data Domain for Services Operations.

Drive adoption of Operations-wide Data Concern Remediation Management (DCRM) process.

Lead Data Quality Controls Assessments (DQCAs) to identify and remediate data quality control gaps within Services Ops processes

Facilitate strategic creation and development of globally consistent static data maintenance across Services Ops platforms / teams

Partner with Product and Technology stakeholders on critical Master Reference Data (MRD) initiatives

Re-engineering projects : identify gaps and define opportunities in current end-to-end processes for improving data quality front-to-back

Adopt procedures in accordance with the CDGP 9.0 policy for Service Operations.

Detailed Responsibilities :

Central point of contact accountable for orchestrating Data Governance within Services Ops, including driving the effective implementation of the Citi Data Governance Policy (CDGP) and the associated obligations (e.g., data ownership, authoritative data sources, data requirements, data quality rules, and data quality controls)

Engages and coordinates with key stakeholders, SMEs, Data Stewards, Data Owners, Technology Owners & Services DGO to drive the execution of data controls and strategic data priorities

Drives the adoption of data governance capabilities and standards as defined by the ECDO and ensures data quality practices are managed across Services Ops to satisfy regulatory requirements

Coordinate, manage and drive projects related to data quality, including identifying business requirements, establishing priorities, tracking projects to completion, and evaluating results

Ensures consistent adoption of the ECDO Data Quality SMP control

Leads engagement in data quality / governance reviews, exams, and inquiries with Citi 2nd & 3rd LoDs and regulators representing Services Ops

Develops and executes influencing strategies to build & increase buy-in and business leadership support.

Provides technical expertise, and overall expert advice (technical, functional, change management, linkage to systems redesign efforts, etc.).

Interfaces with business, key stakeholders, champions & data quality initiatives.

Proactively communicates with senior leadership.

Identifies potential re-engineering and standardization opportunities for data maintenance and utilization in alignment with regulatory and management needs

Engages senior process owners for each project, locally or globally as required.

Defines business cases and gains stakeholder buy-in for projects.

Educates teams in data quality tools, techniques and principles.

Executes communication campaign to senior stakeholders across all impacted areas.

Works with cross-business teams to ensure communication is effective and achievements are communicated in a streamlined fashion.

Perform other duties and functions as assigned.

Knowledge - Experience / Qualifications

7+ years of relevant experience in Banking, Financial Services, plus 2-3 years of Managerial experience

Experience delivering re-engineering in a complex, multi-national banking environment.

Ability to lead and motivate diverse teams in multiple locations, including senior managers.

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex concepts and strategies successfully.

Knowledge of any financial products such as Derivatives, Securities, Loans, Bonds, Deposits, Cash & Due, etc. is desirable

Proven ability to meet new challenges, assimilate new information and to influence people through maturity of approach.

Deep subject matter expertise around e2e data flows within technology ecosystem

Demonstrates consistent track record of having worked as a Program or Project Manager, or working on large, strategic cross-functional projects, including the ability to delegate and follow up effectively.

Strong business analysis competency

Collaborates effectively by building partnerships and working well with others to meet shared objectives

Strong negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills across a variety of stakeholders at different levels

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, appreciation of the enterprise data vision

Experience creating and executing against frameworks that improve the quality and value of data to meet regulatory commitments and

enhance risk management. Experience leveraging glossary, lineage, and data quality tools to drive governance

Skills / Competencies

Organizational and planning skills, showing an ability to operate in a multi-geography, matrix organization; managing and where necessary leading activities through cross-functional teams, with the discipline to track delivery of complex deliverables over multiple months.

Strong analytical skills to use and present data to support business decisions.

Solution oriented - able to identify client pain points and suggest the path to resolution

Driven, resilient and tenacious.

Highly developed problem analysis and solution skills. Ability to execute against organizational priorities.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong people management skills to lead a motivated team and ability to coach and develop talent.

Execution focused, overcomes obstacles and minimizes bureaucracy.

Work with and collaborate with broad set of stakeholders, including Operations, Product, Technology, Digital and Product.

Drive adherence to project processes, procedures, methods, and standards for project delivery

Develop comprehensive understanding of multiple areas within a function and how they interact in order to achieve the objectives of the function.

Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, and across various stakeholder groups

Challenge long-standing assumptions and identify new ways of solving problems.

Multi-task effectively in a high-volume environment, requiring strong organizational and follow-up skills.

Education

Bachelor's / University degree, Master's degree preferred.

Job Family Group : Data Governance

Job Family :

Data Governance Foundation

Time Type : Full time

Primary Location :

New Castle Delaware United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range :

$125,760.00 - $188,640.00

In addition to salary, Citi's offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including : medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills

Constructive Debate, Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Internal Controls, Management Reporting, Policy and Procedure, Program Management, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Management.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and / or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date :

Sep 25, 2025

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