Data Governance & Management Lead
Data classification, protection, retention (GDPR, CCPA, UK Data Protection Act etc), secure data sharing, reporting & analytics etc.
Key Responsibilities
Data Classification & Protection:
- Oversee and challenge the identification, classification, and management of sensitive and critical data across the business, ensure appropriate controls are in place and consistently applied.
Data Retention & Compliance:
- Assess and monitor data retention and deletion practices to ensure compliance with global regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and the UK Data Protection Act.
Secure Data Sharing:
- Review and evaluate practices for secure data exchange internally and with third parties, ensure data transfer controls meet industry best practices and adhere to legal and regulatory standards.
Reporting & Analytics Governance:
- Oversee governance of reporting and analytics processes to preserve data integrity, privacy, and accuracy, partnering with business and technology teams.
Policy Review & Development:
- Develop, review, and enhance data governance, classification, and privacy policies, advise on industry best practices and emerging regulatory requirements.
Risk & Control Assessment:
- Conduct risk assessments and deep dives on data-related processes, provide independent challenge and recommendations to 1st line functions.
Training & Awareness:
- Contribute to staff training and awareness initiatives on data privacy, classification, and safe handling.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in Information Management, Data Science, Law, Risk Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 7-10 years’ experience in data governance, data protection, or information risk, preferably within the fintech or financial services sectors.
- Working knowledge of data governance/protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, UK Data Protection Act, BCBS 239) and industry frameworks
- Experience with data classification, lifecycle management, and secure data sharing best practices.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Recognized professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CIPP/E, CDMP, CIPT, ISO 27001, or similar) are highly valued.
