Multiple Interim Data Governance & Data Analysis Positions – Major Banking Client
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a prominent banking client for several Interim Data Governance & Data Analysis roles at varying corporate levels. These positions are central to a high-impact Data Transformation Programme within the organisation’s Risk and Finance domains.
This is an exciting opportunity for data professionals to drive change across the EMEA region by contributing to the strategic development and execution of the organisation’s EMEA Data Strategy.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in Data Analysis combined with a working knowledge of:
* Data Governance principles
* BCBS239 regulatory frameworks
* ECB onboarding processes
* Operational Risk management practices
This unique blend of skills will enable the successful candidate to provide both analytical depth and governance oversight, supporting the delivery of a robust and compliant data environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct in-depth data analysis to support governance, quality, and risk assessment across Risk and Finance data assets.
* Lead the implementation of data governance initiatives aligned with BCBS239 and enterprise-wide standards.
* Manage data definitions, metadata, and lineage for high-priority data use cases, ensuring consistency and transparency.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to align business needs with regulatory requirements and data governance frameworks.
* Investigate and analyse data quality issues, contributing to root cause analysis and remediation planning.
* Act as a subject matter expert on Risk and Finance data, providing analytical insights that shape governance practices.
* Promote data accountability and stewardship through education, engagement, and strategic influence across the organisation.
* Support ECB onboarding by ensuring data governance and analysis align with supervisory expectations.
* Contribute to broader change initiatives, including process redesign, systems development, and cultural transformation.
Key Requirements
* Proven experience in data analysis, data governance, and data quality within Risk and Finance functions.
* Strong working knowledge of BCBS239, particularly as applied in Tier 1 or Tier 2 banking environments.
* Familiarity with ECB supervisory processes and Operational Risk management.
* Demonstrated ability to interpret complex data sets and develop meaningful insights to inform governance decisions.
* Expertise in enterprise data management, including data modelling and metadata management.
* Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with experience working with senior executives.
* Proficiency in Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint, with experience in business process and data flow modelling.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
* Professional presence with strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Prior exposure to Collibra or similar data governance tools is highly advantageous.
Desirable Skills
* Experience supporting ECB onboarding and regulatory change initiatives.
* Knowledge of data visualisation tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik.
* Exposure to SQL, Python, R, or other data analysis/engineering tools.
* Awareness of data-related compliance trends and emerging regulatory frameworks.