Policy and Governance Analyst

EY; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 76,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Total Rewards package

Generous vacation policy

Job summary

EY is seeking a Supervising Associate to strengthen data risk governance, policy, and capability across global teams in a role focused on data stewardship and policy effectiveness.

You will partner with Risk Management, GCO, EY Technology and Service Lines to drive consistent policy adoption, support governance insights, and align frameworks with EY's compliance standards. This position emphasizes capability-building and leadership content creation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in learning, technology, risk, or related field.
• Strong stakeholder management across matrixed environments.
• Clear ability to translate policy into testable controls.

Responsibilities

• Support the governance, development and maintenance of data risk policies and guidance.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement policy requirements.
• Develop policy positions for strategic topics like data stewardship and data risk management.
• Maintain alignment with existing policies and standards across EY.
• Create templates and change controls for governance frameworks and reporting.
• Contribute to the design and testing of control matrices and validation activities.
• Embed governance frameworks across delivery processes and charters.
• Incorporate AI data governance into learning journeys and capability-building.
• Develop leadership materials, toolkits and AI-enabled solutions for awareness and decision-making.
• Create digital learning content aligned with DSO policies.

Skills

Data risk governance

Policy development

Data stewardship

AI governance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

DSO governance tools

Job description

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.

The opportunity

We are strengthening the EY global approach to data risk governance, policy and capability. As a Supervising Associate within DSO, you will focus on Data Risk Governance, Policy, and Capability, supporting the development, implementation, and governance of data stewardship framework within EY, Policies, Standards, and capability-building initiatives.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, maintenance and governance of global data risk and data stewardship Policies, Standards and Guidance materials across the topics including- Classification frameworks, Synthetic Data, Data de-identification, Data Quality and Lineage, Metadata handling and other data governance and stewardship areas.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., Risk Management, GCO, Data Office, EY Technology, and Service Lines) to drive consistent implementation and adoption of Policy requirements.
• Assist in creating global policy positions for strategic topics including data stewardship, data risk management, etc
• Maintain alignment with other existing policies, data risk standards, and guidance, ensuring frameworks, processes, and tools remain aligned to evolving requirements.
• Create standards, templates, and change control processes for governance frameworks, RACIs, compliance models, and reporting, aligned with DSO policies, standards, and the EY Global Compliance Framework.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of the global data risk framework through governance insights and risk, control, and accountability mappings.
• Contribute to the design and maintenance of testing methodologies, testing criteria, control matrices, and standards validation activities.
• Ensure the framework is embedded within DSO delivery processes, including project charters, playbooks, and design authority checkpoints, enabling consistent use and maintenance of governance models across initiatives.
• Embed key risk topics—including AI data governance, responsible data use, synthetic data, and data stewardship practices—into capability-building initiatives to strengthen control effectiveness and audit readiness.
• Partner with AI and Innovation learning owners to integrate data risk controls, governance requirements, and expected behaviours into learning journeys (e.g., Responsible AI, data governance for model training, synthetic data guardrails).
• Develop leadership presentations, toolkits, templates, assessments, thought leadership content, decision-support materials, and AI-enabled solutions to promote awareness, engagement, and informed decision-making.
• Create digital learning and enablement experiences, including HTML-based content and user experiences informed by UI/UX principles.
• Ensure learning products reflect DSO policies, standards, and guidance and are managed through a controlled lifecycle, including versioning, periodic review, and retirement.
• Assist in creation of a roadmap, governance, operations, and continuous improvement of DSO global tools supporting data retention, classification, minimization, archiving, disposition, and secure handling of EY Information.
• Identify opportunities for automation, embedded workflows, and platform integrations that materially reduce risk, improve compliance, or increase operational efficiency. Develop and enhance AI-enabled tools and workflow automations that support governance, stewardship, and policy adoption objectives.

What We Look For

• Deep knowledge and experience in data risk/governance, DP&C and/or AI data governance
• Global framework design across risk/controls/assurance; harmonisation experience
• Strong subject matter grounding in data governance, policies, standards, data risks, responsible AI or data protection.
• Strong grounding in data risk, data protection & confidentiality, data governance, and AI data governance; able to translate policy into testable controls.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in learning, education, data/technology, risk, or related disciplines.
• Relevant certifications in governance/enablement and/or data risk/privacy (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPT, CDPSE) are advantageous but not mandatory.
• Contribute to initiatives relating to AI governance, responsible data use and emerging data risk topics.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and experience working across matrixed environments.
• Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to support governance, compliance and reporting activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outputs in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven success influencing senior stakeholders and partnering across matrixed environments
• Strong analytical capability and evidence‑driven decision‑making
• Excellent communication, storytelling and change enablement skills

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

What We Offer You (Canada)

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.

• Toronto: $75,600 to $113,400

What We Offer You

The compensation ranges below are provided in order to comply with United States pay transparency laws. Other geographies will follow their local salary guidelines, which may not be a direct conversion of published US salary ranges. At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job is:
• New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices – $102,200 to $173,800
• Bay Area California offices – $106,500 to $181,000
• All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $85,200 to $159,300
• Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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