Data Governance Director – Onboarding & Reference Data

Morgan Stanley; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Glasgow is seeking a Data Governance Director to manage client onboarding and reference data governance. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in data governance or financial services and strong skills in team management and relationship building. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the governance quality of client reference data and requires a commitment to operational excellence and risk management.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• At least 8 years' relevant experience in data governance or financial services.
• Experience with onboarding processes and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to enhance control, continuous improvement, and reduce operational risk.

Responsibilities

• Develop staff and manage resources while overseeing projects.
• Set expectations for teams and establish training plans.
• Build relationships with business units and external partners.
• Support implementation of data governance frameworks.
• Track and manage data-related incidents using structured tools.

Skills

Strong relationship building skills

Ability to think commercially

Experience in managing teams

Culture carrier and role model

Experience working with client reference data

Familiarity with data governance frameworks

Job description

A leading financial services firm in Glasgow is seeking a Data Governance Director to manage client onboarding and reference data governance. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in data governance or financial services and strong skills in team management and relationship building. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the governance quality of client reference data and requires a commitment to operational excellence and risk management.