Data Governance Foundation Lead Analyst - C13 - Frankfurt Main

Job purpose:

The Citigroup Global Markets Europe AG (CGME) Data Governance Specialist will play a key role in strengthening data governance and supporting efforts to meet BCBS 239 / RDARR expectations as well as broader internal data governance policies and frameworks. The individual will work closely with key businesses, products and functions to drive measurable improvements in data quality and ensure alignment and consistency of approach across multiple entities.

The position requires a good understanding of the strategic direction of Citi’s Global Data Programme and broader businesses to identify near and long-term data priorities that deliver tangible improvements in commercial processes and regulatory reporting.

Excellent communication skills are required to engage and negotiate internally, often with senior stakeholders.

External communication/presentation with regulatory bodies and additional 3rd parties is also a possibility

This is very much a ‘hands on’ role which will require elements of business analysis, root cause analysis and evaluation of solutions to improve data quality within CGME.

Close collaboration with global functions such as Finance, Risk and Technology will be required, and this role will likely interface with 2nd/3rd Line of Defense teams so previously experience in this regard would be advantageous.

The role will report to the International Data Delivery Lead (Tier 2+).

Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

• Creation, ownership and management of project plans, issues lists, and key metrics that ensure BCBS 239 / RDARR Programme delivery and efficiency
• Delivery of CGME focused data governance activities, principles, policy, practices and standards
• Execution of data strategy, engage and mobilize business/product/function partners and their respective Data Governance Officers
• Daily delivery / SME on data specific projects (e.g., SME on BCBS 239/RDARR and other Strategic Projects)
• Develop and Coordinate Materials for Senior Management meetings, as well as discussions with regulators
• Leverage Banking & International Data Team support and manage relationships with business and functional leaders to drive progress on CGME data quality initiatives
• Engage and work with a wide set of Citi constituents and data providers to mobilize and implement data quality solutions
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made demonstrating consideration for the firm's reputation
• Safeguard CGME, their clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to policy, applying sound ethical judgement regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency
• Adhere with Citi project/PMO standards for delivery updates, progress, risks
• Understand the significant conduct risks specific to their product or function and individual role at CGME and comply with the roles and responsibilities defined by Citi’s policies and subordinate policy documents on conduct risk management

Development Value:

Opportunity to actively participate in the execution of CGME’s data strategy and regulatory priorities, interfacing with management board and senior management in Germany and multiple senior stakeholders across the Enterprise Data Office and Banking & International.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience, Masters/MBA degree is a plus.

Competencies

• Curious, interested, tenacious, inventive and resolute
• Strong team ethic

Experience/Knowledge:

• Significant banking or financial services experience (5+ years)
• Project/Programme Management and Business Analysis experience
• Good knowledge of investment banking products and the front to back data supply chain into Risk and Finance

Skills:

• The ability to work independently but also as part of a broader team (with local and functional matrix reporting lines)

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