Data Governance Lead

chinabank ph; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

China Banking Corporation is seeking a Data Governance Lead to guide enterprise data governance, quality, and policy frameworks across business units. You will partner with IT, Compliance, Risk, and AI teams to embed governance into processes and drive data literacy initiatives.

The role focuses on secure, compliant data management, lifecycle governance, and ensuring governance practices align with regulatory requirements within the Philippines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in information management, computer science, data science, business administration, risk management, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in data governance, data management, compliance, risk management or related disciplines.
• Banking/financial services experience is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks, data quality management, access governance, metadata management, and data lifecycle concepts.
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements related to data governance, privacy, and information security.
• Strong analytical, organizational, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams while driving governance initiatives and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance data governance policies, standards, and related frameworks across the Bank.
• Lead governance initiatives that promote data quality, accountability, compliance, and responsible data usage.
• Manage and maintain the Bank's centralized data governance inventory and governance documentation.
• Coordinate governance activities, reports, and committee meetings while tracking key actions and resolutions.
• Monitor compliance with governance controls and address risks, issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Partner with Data Owners, Data Stewards, IT, Compliance, Information Security, Risk, and AI teams to embed governance into business and technology processes.
• Support data literacy, training, and awareness programs that strengthen governance culture.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Data Science, Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field

Job description

Are you passionate about building trusted, well-managed data environments that enable smarter business decisions?

As a Data Governance Lead at China Banking Corporation, you will lead the Bank's data governance initiatives and help ensure that data is managed responsibly, securely, and consistently across the organization. You'll work closely with business, technology, compliance, risk, and data teams to strengthen governance practices, improve data quality, and support the Bank's data-driven transformation.

This role offers a unique opportunity to combine governance, strategy, risk management, and stakeholder engagement while helping shape how data is managed across the enterprise.

What You Will Be Doing

• Develop, maintain, and enhance data governance policies, standards, and related frameworks across the Bank.
• Lead governance initiatives that promote data quality, accountability, compliance, and responsible data usage.
• Manage and maintain the Bank's centralized data governance inventory and governance documentation.
• Coordinate governance activities, reports, and committee meetings while tracking key actions and resolutions.
• Monitor compliance with governance controls and work with stakeholders to address risks, issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Partner with Data Owners, Data Stewards, IT, Compliance, Information Security, Risk, and AI teams to embed governance into business and technology processes.
• Support data literacy, training, and awareness programs that strengthen governance culture across the organization.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, success means:

• Governance policies and standards remain current, effective, and aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Data governance practices are consistently implemented across business units and technology teams.
• Data quality, access controls, and lifecycle management processes are actively monitored and continuously improved.
• Governance risks, issues, and action items are addressed in a timely and effective manner.
• Stakeholders are empowered with the knowledge and guidance needed to fulfill their data governance responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Data Science, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in data governance, data management, compliance, risk management, information security, or related disciplines.
• Experience in the banking or financial services industry is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks, data quality management, access governance, metadata management, and data lifecycle concepts.
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements related to data governance, privacy, and information security.
• Strong analytical, organizational, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams while driving governance initiatives and process improvements.

What You Can Expect Here

At Chinabank, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Work on enterprise-wide initiatives that make a measurable impact on how data is managed and utilized.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across business, technology, risk, compliance, and AI functions.
• Expand your expertise in data governance, regulatory compliance, and emerging data and AI technologies.
• Contribute to building a stronger data culture that supports innovation and responsible growth.
• Grow your career in one of the Philippines' leading banking institutions.

If you're ready to help shape the future of data governance in banking and make a meaningful impact across the organization, we'd love to hear from you.