Data Governance Analyst - Investments Data Strategy

WTW’s Investments line of business provides investment advisory and delegated services to Pension funds, Sovereign Wealth Funds, Endowments, Foundations and Charities, and Wealth Managers across the globe. It has its history steeped in actuarial and pension fund advisory and has grown over the past two decades into one of the most respected financial solutions firms to institutional investors.

Our purpose is to invest today to transform tomorrows. We help clients make a difference in their organisations by providing an insightful perspective, being a collaborative partner, acting as skilled investors, and delivering meaning outcomes. 

Combining innovative thinking with capable execution, we work with industry participants and our clients to invest today for a more sustainable tomorrow. Our work covers all aspects of the investment function and focuses on better equipping our clients to make good, well researched, well thought through investment decisions. We help clients manage investment complexity; work with them to better align strategy and portfolio construction to balance risk and return, with efficient and fit-for purpose implementation.

The Role

We recognize Data as a critical strategic driver to fuel our growth ambition. We are seeking a highly motivated Data Governance Analyst to help us implement and maintain our Data Governance framework. The ideal candidate will be able to multi-task at various levels within the business, across platforms and business areas, and be comfortable with both business and technical environments.

The Data Governance Analyst will play a crucial role to influence the direction and to support the delivery of our Data Governance program of work. You will collaborate with various business and technology teams to define the critical data elements, and to govern the data through ownership, definitions, and lineage.

• Engage with Data Owners, Technology, and SMEs to create and maintain a data dictionary and metadata repository
• Standardise data definitions, lineage, and data issue resolution processes 
• Contribute and help facilitate the running of Data Governance Forum
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Data Governance framework, policies, procedures, and standards
• Partner with senior business stakeholders across various functions to ensure data is accurate, complete, and properly managed.
• Support the delivery of data governance training programs to improve awareness among business users.
• Contribute to the creation and monitoring of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) for the Data Governance program.
• Assist in the creation and monitoring of data validation reports, data cleansing, analysis, interpretation, and visualization.
• Facilitate root cause review and remediation through changes to operational processes or additional controls.

At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a ”hybrid” style, with a mix of remote, in-person and in office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and “hybrid” is not a one-size-fits-all solution. We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and so we encourage requests for all types of flexible working as well as location-based arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter to discuss more.

The Requirements:

• Experience working as a Data Governance practitioner or in a similar role 
• Experience with Data Governance methodologies and tools (Purview preferred).
• Strong logical and diagnostic skills, strong problem-solving skills, and high attention to detail while understanding the bigger picture
• Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate with business and technology teams to drive results
• Experience in stakeholder management, with a focus on business partnership and collaboration.
• Awareness of the regulatory environment and challenges within it.
• Ability to understand data gaps in current business processes and facilitate a program of improvement.
• Proficient in querying data from multiple sources (e.g., SQL, Excel, PowerBI) and data visualization.

Other Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the investments or financial services industry.
• Relevant data governance certifications (e.g., DAMA CDMP, DCAM).
• Understanding of Master Data Management and reference data.
• Experience with risk management practices and data quality management.

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity.

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email candidate.helpdesk@willistowerswatson.com.

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