Master and Reference Data Strategy Lead Analyst - VP

11037 Citibank, N.A. United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Belfast seeks a Master and Reference Data Lead Analyst. This position focuses on governance of enterprise Master and Reference Data, requiring 6-10 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include documenting current data states, resolving data quality issues, and collaborating with technology stakeholders. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a Bachelor's degree, and proficiency in Microsoft applications. This full-time role offers significant growth opportunities within data governance.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Document current state of Master and Reference Data.
• Track and resolve issues regarding data quality.
• Partner with technology to implement updates to data capabilities.

Skills

Change Management

Data Analysis

Data Governance

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s/University degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The Master & Reference Data Domain team plays a critical role in Citi’s Transformation Initiatives with responsibility for definition and governance of enterprise Master and Reference Data (MRD) across Citi.

The Master and Reference Data Lead Analyst will partner with lines of business and global functions to deliver strategic solutions focused on Product, Instrument, and Pricing.

This position requires an understanding of enterprise data capabilities as well as their practical application across functions in a large financial services organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with line-of-business and functions to document the current state of Master and Reference Data, identify the target state, and plan and execute MRD initiatives
• Analysis of data and data models to identify patterns and inconsistencies in across sources and targets, and surfacing themes
• Track and facilitate the resolution of issues involving Master and Reference Data use and quality
• Review, and engage in data cleanup efforts and status tracking of how data is captured, stored and consumed
• Review BAU data management processes across data lifecycle (, documentation, testing validation, maintenance and change efforts)
• Partner with technology and operations stakeholders to define and implement updates to Master and Reference Data capabilities
• Track compliance to Master and Reference Data governance requirements
• Maintain a working knowledge of Data Governance Policy and associated practices

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience
• Subject Matter Expertise covering one or more Master and Reference Data domains , Party, Account, Product, Instrument and Pricing
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to connect day-to-day activities to long-term objectives
• Experience analyzing large data sets and synthesizing results
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, identify dependencies and negotiate solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to deliver key messaging across a varied group of stakeholders
• Experience with change management using a structured project methodology to successfully plan and track projects
• Self-starter with the ability to work independent of detailed oversight
• Flexibility to deal with ambiguity and changes in business priority
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

• Bachelor’s/University degree and/or equivalent experience

Job Family Group: Data Governance

Job Family: Master and Reference Data Strategy

Time Type: Full time

Most Relevant Skills: Change Management, Constructive Debate, Data Analysis, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Model Maintenance, Data Quality, Emerging Tools and Technologies, Internal Controls, Program Management.

Other Relevant Skills: For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.