Lead, Data Governance

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Lead, Data Governance

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Requisition Number:

64085

Job Location:

Bangalore, IND

Global Grade:

Band 5

Work Type:

Office Working

Employment Type:

Permanent

Posting Start Date:

04/11/2026

Posting End Date:

22/11/2026

Job Description:

Job Summary

As part of the Group Chief Data Office (CDO) team, the focus of the Enterprise Data Governance team is to design and oversee the implementation of the Group Data Governance Framework (DGF).  This is a pivotal role in the Data Governance team for the (DGF, along with the Data Management Standards (DMSs) underneath the DGF. Thereafter the function oversees the implementation of Data Management processes and govern the corresponding artefacts, and correspondingly report the progress and trajectory in the Group’s maturity of the Data Management practices. While the successful candidate is required to be proficient in data risk management, and at times supporting data risk management activities, the focus is on building up and hence ensuring we have a robust Data Governance practices and Data Management processes. Therefore, the successful candidate needs to be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Data Governance and Data Management, contributing to the development and implementation of a comprehensive Data Governance Framework.

This role, and the Data Governance team, works alongside the Group CDO Data Risk Governance, and the Conduct & Controls (C&C) teams. The Data Risk Governance team manages relevant governance forums and/or committee, and the interface with other such committees. The C&C team manages Data Control Standards and Control Library for the first line (1LoD).

Key Responsibilities

Strategy

•    Input into the Group’s overall Data Strategy.

•    Drive the initial development the DGF and subsequently the continuous and iterative improvement cycles, by incorporating industry best practices.

•    Drive and support definition of DMSs, incorporating industry best practices, and to align with the organization’s data strategy. (note that these can be in the form of a lower seniority documentation such as guidelines and procedures)

Business

Drive the implementation of the DGF across the Group by:

•    Align Data Governance initiatives with business goals through the network of Group CDO and Business and Functions (B&F) Data Management teams.

•    Lead the effort in the building up of Data Management capabilities both across the Bank and centrally within Group CDO, by establishing processes in producing data management outcome metrics, such Data Quality reports, Data Access exception reports and ensuring their regularity and smooth running.

•    Engage with key stakeholders across the organization to promote the adoption of DGF, DMSs.

•    Act with entrepreneurial mindset in driving the progress in Data Governance between the Group CDO and other departments to drive Data Governance initiatives forward.

Process (Continuous improvement and innovation)

•    Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in Data Governance and Data Management.

•    Continuously evaluate and improve Group-wide Data Governance processes to enhance effectiveness and organizational standards,

•    Propose and lead initiatives to enhance the organization’s Data Management capabilities and maturity over time.

Advisory & Technical Oversight:

•    Provide active SME advice on Data Management to network of Data Management teams (Data Owners, Data Stewards, etc) on the relevant DM standards, methods, tools, applications, and processes.

•    Promote the development and improvement of data platforms within and for the network of Data Management teams.

•    Facilitate knowledge sharing of available technology within the Group and in the industry to the network of Data Management teams.

•    Promote data literacy and drive the adoption of Data tools and practices across the network of Data Management teams.

Support Data Risk Governance and C&C teams (supporting some and/or all of below)

•    Conduct risk assessments of internal data and privacy management processes and controls,

•    Lead internal reviews to ensure compliance with internal policies, standards, and regulatory requirements,

•    Support design and periodic reviews of department’s risk management guidelines,

•    Support stakeholders in defining remediation actions to address identified deficiencies,

•    Ensure internal controls are aligned with the organization’s risk management framework and industry best practices,

•    Support design Business Intelligence (BI) and reporting solutions,

•    Drive global efforts to automate and streamline risk management processes across the organization,

•    Drive initiatives to educate and promote risk management awareness and benefits across the organization.

Leadership, People & Talent:

•    Collaborate with cross functional teams and within network of Data Management teams to promote a culture of accountability.

•    Experience in managing large distributed global stakeholders.

•    Exhibit a visionary outlook with a can-do attitude.

•    Net promoter of Data Management industry best practices by promoting the appropriate culture and values to drive the desired behaviour.

•    Promote and embed a culture of openness, trust, and risk awareness, ensuring ethical, legal, regulatory, and policy-compliant conduct.

•    Stimulate an environment where forward planning, prioritization, deadline management, streamlined workflows, and collaborative, inclusive, effective, and efficient work practices are the norm.

•    Ensure the provision of ongoing training and development to ensure that team members are competent, suitably skilled, and qualified for their roles, providing effective supervision to mitigate any risks.

•    Support diversity and inclusion in the workforce.

Key Stakeholders

•    Global Head, Data Governance, Conduct & Controls

•    Head of Enterprise Data Governance

•    Group Chief Data Officer (GCDO) & their teams

•    Business and Functions (B&F) Chief Data Officers (CDOs) & their teams

•    Group Head, Data Conduct, Compliance, Financial Crime & Conduct Risk (CFCR) and Group Operational Risk – 2nd Line of Defence

•    Various Change Programmes and Projects

•    Internal Audit

•    External

Other Responsibilities

•    Embed Here for Good and Group’s brand and values in the team.

•    Perform other responsibilities assigned under Group, Country, Business, or Functional policies and procedures.

Skills and Experience

•    Data Governance

•    Data Management

•    Data Analytics

•    Data Architecture/Platforms

•    Data Engineering

•    Risk Management / Compliance

Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s degree any discipline

•    Minimum 10+ years’ experience in data management, computer science; a similar role within the financial services industry is preferred.

•    Relevant certifications in data governance and / or data management are preferred.

•    On top of strong MS PowerPoint and MS Excel skills and ability to provide information in usable formats, able to interact with data in a database comfortable.

•    Proficient in one of these skills on top of proficiency in Data Governance tooling: data analysis using SQL, data visualisation using Business Intelligence (BI) tools, data cleansing with python, data modelling.

•    High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

•    Excellent analytical, verbal, and written skills - ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.

•    Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and projects efficiently,

•    Demonstrated ability to utilize various applications and business intelligence/database tools.

•    Practical knowledge of the EU GDPR would be an added advantage.

Training

•    Relevant tertiary qualifications in information technology, data science, or a related field as described above.

Certifications

•    DAMA certified

About Standard Chartered

We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you. You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can't wait to see the talents you can bring us.

Our purpose, to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, together with our brand promise, to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours. When you work with us, you'll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion.

Together we:

Do the right thing

and are assertive, challenge one another, and live with integrity, while putting the client at the heart of what we do

Never settle,

continuously striving to improve and innovate, keeping things simple and learning from doing well, and not so well

Are better together,

we can be ourselves, be inclusive, see more good in others, and work collectively to build for the long term

What we offer

In line with our Fair Pay Charter,

we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.

Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance,

with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.

Time-off

including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.

Flexible working

options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.

Proactive wellbeing support

through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits

A continuous learning culture

to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.

Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation,

one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions and geographies - everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.

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