Finance Data Lineage Director

Morgan Stanley; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Data Lineage Director to lead data governance initiatives within their Finance Division. This pivotal role involves managing data quality compliance, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and developing governance frameworks. The position offers a unique opportunity to shape the data governance function while working in a dynamic and inclusive environment. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to diversity, this role is perfect for a self-starter looking to make a significant impact in a leading global financial institution.

Benefits

Flexible Working Opportunities

Professional Development Programs

Onsite Fitness Suite

High Specification Office Space

Inclusive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in data governance and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data governance processes and ensure compliance with data quality standards.
• Coordinate with various teams to manage data lineage and governance.

Skills

Data Governance

Project Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Relevant Certifications

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Finance Data Lineage Director

The Glasgow Finance Division helps senior management and its individual business units manage the Firm's risk by implementing financial controls over our business activities. The division is crucial to safeguarding the Firm's franchise, reporting on current performance, and evaluating business opportunities.

We have an exciting opportunity for a self-starter to delivery data governance for the Finance Division. The successful candidate will oversee the co-ordination of all governance deliverables across Finance, developing strong partnerships with Finance Systems Owners, Data Owners, Finance Data Governance leads, Finance Report owners and the Firmwide Data Office.

This is a key role within the Finance Divisional Data Office, who are responsible for the Data Governance framework for the Finance Division. Their responsibilities include:

• Data Governance - facilitating Finance-wide data governance processes providing oversight on Global Data Quality Policy and BCBS 239 execution.
• Systems Data Governance - implementing and executing systems governance standards including executing lineage for Finance, managing system feed governance and system dictionaries.
• Authority Data Sourcing - partnering with technology to ensure data soured into Finance is from data authorities to enable improved data quality.

The ideal candidate will understand data's importance to Finance and will be able to effectively work with various levels of business and technology stakeholders toward data governance goals.

Given the heightened focus on adequate data quality governance, this is a growing team in the Glasgow office and presents a great opportunity to help shape the function going forward and gain exposure to a wide range of functions, products, and management across Morgan Stanley.

About Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services.

As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. We can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career – a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.

What will you be doing?

• Manage an international portfolio of projects to deliver ongoing compliance with the Firmwide and Regulatory Data Quality standards (including policy compliance and lineage).
• Co-ordinate and document Finance system lineage / feed governance partnering with colleagues across multiple areas, including External Reporting, Treasury, Capital and Technology.
• Manage feed governance and system dictionary deliverables for Data Owned applications
• Partner with IT and Finance colleagues to identify authoritative sources and internal ownership for data.
• Working with global colleagues to build and document internal processes and controls, identifying opportunities for ongoing improvement.

What we’re looking for:

• Self-motivated with the ability to work consistently and efficiently to achieve goals either as an individual or as part of a team.
• Strong organisation skills, with a proven track record for delivering to deadlines with a continuous focus on attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with various levels throughout the organisation and tailor messaging according to the audience.
• Highly numerate with an attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven track record of building strong working relationships across a global organisation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

We offer:

• The opportunity to work in the Finance department of one of the world's top tier Financial Institutions and gain a first-hand insight into our business.
• Professional development opportunities including access to Morgan Stanley's world-class internal training program.
• Enriching challenges that provide opportunity for constant learning and advancement.
• A supportive and vibrant diverse environment; we are inclusive of individual backgrounds and leverage them to foster our work environment and culture.
• A balance between personal and professional lifestyles, including flexible working opportunities such as work from home arrangements.
• High specification office space with leading technologies, collaborative working spaces and wellbeing facilities including an onsite fitness suite.

What You Can Expect From Morgan Stanley:

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:

If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

Flexible work statement

Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.

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