Data Management Specialist

Role Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Management Specialist to join our financial services team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing and enhancing data governance, quality, and architecture to support regulatory compliance, business insights, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities :

Develop and implement data management strategies aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Establish and maintain data governance frameworks, policies, and standards.

Monitor and ensure data quality, integrity, and accuracy across systems.

Collaborate with stakeholders to define data requirements and metadata standards.

Support the design and implementation of data architecture and integration solutions.

Manage data lineage, classification, and cataloging processes.

Drive continuous improvement in data processes and tools.

Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and financial services standards.

Requirements :

Bachelors degree in Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field.

Proven experience in data management within the financial services sector.

Strong knowledge of data governance, data quality, and metadata management.

Familiarity with data architecture and regulatory frameworks (e.g., BCBS 239, GDPR, POPIA).

Proficiency in data management tools and technologies (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Microsoft Purview).

Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desirable :

Relevant certifications (e.g., DAMA, DCAM).

Experience in change management and data-driven digital transformation.