VP, Data Management (Data Governance)

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch) is seeking an experienced Data Governance Specialist in Malaysia to implement data stewardship, define data quality rules, and ensure regulatory compliance across banking domains. You will collaborate with multiple units, document governance processes, and support data lineage initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring 4–6+ years in data governance, hands-on Collibra experience, and strong communication skills to train stakeholders and promote

Qualifications

• 4 to 6+ years of experience in data-related disciplines including data governance and management.
• Proven data stewardship and governance experience within banking or financial services.
• Ability to design data quality rules and resolve data issues across domains with regulatory alignment.
• Strong understanding of BCBS 239 and regulatory reporting requirements for banks.
• Hands-on with data governance tools: Collibra and other DG tools; knowledge of automation tools is a plus.
• Excellent documentation, process management, and stakeholder collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement data stewardship principles aligned with governance framework and policies.
• Collaborate with business units to classify, validate, and maintain data quality rules.
• Document and maintain data governance processes and reporting mechanisms.
• Support data lineage activities to ensure traceability and integrity.
• Assist in adopting governance tools like Collibra across domains.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards including BCBS 239.
• Promote data governance best practices and provide training to stewards and stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management and HOD.

Skills

Data governance

Data stewardship

Regulatory compliance

Data quality rules

Collaboration & communication

Documentation & process management

Tools

Collibra

Alation

Informatica

Alteryx

Job description

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement data stewardship principles that align with the data governance framework and policies.
• Work with various business units / Data Stewards to create and enforce data classification, validation processes and data quality rules / solutions and assist in addressing issues across various domains, including risk, finance, AML/KYC, and customer data.
• Document and maintain data governance processes and reporting mechanisms.
• Support data lineage activities to ensure data traceability and integrity.
• Assist in designing, implementing, and adopting data governance tools like Collibra.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including BCBS 239, in all data governance activities.
• Promote best practices in data governance and encourage a data quality and stewardship.
• Provide training and support to data stewards and stakeholders on data governance practices.

OTHERS

• To perform other duties as assigned by the Management and HOD.
• To relief or cover duties of staff members in the department in his/her absence.
• Ensure timely escalation to Supervisor/Management in case of any issues.

Working Experience (Years / Type)

• 4 to 6+ years of experience in data-related disciplines (e.g., Data Governance, Data Management, Regulatory Reporting, Data Warehouse, Data Lake, ETL, or Data Architecture)
• Proven experience in data stewardship and governance within the banking sector
• Ability to design and implement data quality rules and resolve data issues across various domains, including solid knowledge and practical implementation experience in regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for a bank, including regulatory reporting, BCBS 239.
• Hands-on experience with data governance tools, particularly Collibra, and knowledge of other DG tools (e.g., Alation, Informatica, etc.) and automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, etc.)
• Excellent documentation and process management skills, collaborative mindset, and strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Having experience in banks or consulting firms advising banking clients on implementing data governance frameworks and tools, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and business objectives, and involving practical work is valuable.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.