Director, Data Governance Implementation Lead (Finance)

Director- Data Governance Implementation Lead (Finance)

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We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Director Data Governance Implementation Lead (Finance) to join our Risk and Finance Divisional Data Office team. This role is in New York City, NY

 Join our Risk and Finance Divisional Data Office team as a Finance Data Governance Implementation Lead, where you will drive the implementation of a robust Data Governance Operating Model for Finance reports and business processes. This work is critical to improving the quality of our most important data and delivering significant business value.

You will collaborate closely with Data Leaders and Stewards across BNY to ensure compliance with Data Management Policy and Standards.

As part of Data Solutions and Services, our Divisional Data Officer team designs, delivers, and promotes adoption of enterprise Data Governance processes, including:

• Data Quality Management
• Issue Management and Remediation
• Data Lineage Management
• Data Catalog and Business Glossary Management

Key Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of the Data Governance Operating Model to ensure quality, integrity, and governance of critical Finance data assets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive sustainable data management practices and excellence.
• Partner with business units, data owners, and custodians to identify critical data assets, define data quality requirements, and establish data lineage.
• Work with data architecture, engineering, and metadata teams to ensure alignment with enterprise data management policies and standards.
• Provide timely reporting and escalate issues as needed.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on Data Governance best practices, offering guidance and support across Finance.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in Data and Metadata Management, from concept through implementation, with a strong delivery track record.
• 13+ years of total experience, including 3–5 years in management (preferred). Background in operational activities (business analysis, testing), reference data, or enterprise data governance is a plus.
• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills; ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.
• Familiarity with Agile methodology, including active participation in scrums (backlog refinement, sprint planning, execution) and backlog prioritization for iterative delivery.
• Deep understanding of data governance principles, data quality management, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with data governance tools and technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex data issues and deliver effective solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership ability—able to inspire and build momentum across teams while remaining hands-on when needed.

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Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter. 

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $127,000 and $273,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the BNY total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and Company-sponsored benefit programs. 
This position is at-will and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, change in geographic location, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.