Enterprise Data Governance Solutions Lead - Director

Citibank (Switzerland) AG; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Leadership exposure

Development opportunities

Job summary

Citi seeks a senior Enterprise Data Governance Solutions Lead to own strategy and execution of Adjustments Governance and Transformation across a global bank. Sitting in the Enterprise Data Office, you will shape how Citi identifies, governs, and remediates data adjustments at scale, influencing regulatory outcomes and data quality.

This high-visibility role collaborates with regulators, auditors, and senior leaders worldwide.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in banking/financial services, with senior leadership exposure.
• Experience designing and implementing enterprise data governance frameworks for regulatory commitments.
• Experience engaging regulators and internal audit on data governance matters.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive end-to-end Adjustments Governance and Transformation plan across the enterprise.
• Chair the Adjustment Governance Forum with cross-region stakeholders.
• Lead AI-driven root cause analysis for data adjustments and remediation strategies.
• Oversee data automation assessment and enterprise-wide remediation use cases.
• Lead monthly variance analysis and communicate with regulators and senior stakeholders.
• Build and lead a high-performing team with budget accountability.

Skills

Data governance

AI-driven solutions

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Data quality

Data lineage

Data warehouse

Analytics

Tools

Data warehousing

Reporting tools

Analytics tooling

Job description

## Enterprise Data Governance Solutions Lead - DirectorApply: Hybrid: London United Kingdom: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 2, 2026 (7 days left to apply): 26997274Citi is looking for a senior Enterprise Data Governance Solutions Lead to own the end-to-end strategy and execution of Adjustments Governance and Transformation across a global financial institution. Sitting within the Enterprise Data Office, this role shapes how Citi identifies, governs, and remediates data adjustments at scale — directly influencing regulatory outcomes and the quality of enterprise data. This is a high-visibility leadership position that engages regularly with regulators, auditors, and senior stakeholders across lines of business and functions worldwide.**Responsibilities*** Lead the Enterprise Data Governance Solutions strategy by defining and driving the end-to-end Adjustments Governance and Transformation plan, ensuring commitments are met and adoption is sustained across the enterprise.* Own delivery of Adjustment and Manual Touch Point remediation regulatory mandates, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time and meet regulatory expectations.* Chair the Adjustment Governance Forum, guiding stakeholders across lines of business, regions, and functions on consistent application of the Enterprise Adjustment Definition and governance best practices.* Direct the adoption of the Data Automation Assessment Plan for adjustments enterprise-wide, collaborating with functions, regions, and lines of business to remediate adjustment use cases.* Champion AI-driven solutions within the Enterprise Data Office, applying artificial intelligence tools to perform root cause analysis on data adjustments and translating findings into actionable remediation strategies.* Lead monthly Adjustment Variance Analysis, including commentary and domain engagement, to maintain ongoing visibility and accountability across the enterprise.* Represent Citi in discussions with regulators and internal audit, serving as the senior point of accountability for adjustment governance matters.* Build and lead a high-performing team, with full accountability for performance management, hiring, compensation, and budget oversight.**Required Qualifications & Skills*** 15 or more years of experience in banking or financial services, including 8 to 10 or more years leading cross-functional teams at a senior management level.* Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to identify root causes, evaluate build-versus-buy trade-offs, and articulate AI-driven solutions to senior leadership in clear business terms.* Established expertise in enterprise data governance, with a track record of designing and executing frameworks that improve data quality and meet regulatory commitments — including the use of data lineage, glossary, and data quality tooling.* Technical proficiency in data warehousing, reporting, and analytics, with the ability to interpret complex data environments and translate findings into governance actions.* Proven experience engaging with regulators and internal audit on data governance matters, including presenting plans, managing inquiries, and supporting examinations.* Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale organizational change within a complex, global institution, applying change management principles to drive adoption and measure outcomes.* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align senior leaders across multiple functions and regions on a common direction.**Beneficial Skills & Qualifications*** Experience in Risk and Finance functions within a financial services environment, providing familiarity with the data domains most relevant to this role.* Prior experience working directly with regulators on data plan execution and governance remediation programs.* Familiarity with Citi's Data Operating Model and enterprise data governance structures.**What We Offer**Joining Citi means taking ownership of work that has real regulatory and enterprise impact. This role offers the opportunity to lead a team at the forefront of data governance transformation, with regular exposure to senior leadership, regulators, and cross-functional partners across a truly global organisation.* Hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, providing flexibility while maintaining team connection.* Strategic leadership visibility, with direct engagement with regulators, auditors, and executive stakeholders across lines of business and functions.* Ownership of enterprise-wide programmes that directly shape Citi's regulatory standing and data governance maturity.* Access to learning and professional development resources that support continued growth at a senior leadership level.* Competitive financial wellbeing benefits commensurate with a senior leadership position at a global financial institution.* A collaborative, performance-driven environment where your decisions carry weight and your contributions are recognised at the highest levels of the organisation.Apply now to lead one of Citi's most strategically important data governance programmes and make a measurable impact on how a global financial institution manages, governs, and transforms its data at enterprise scale.