Data Governance Lead

China Bank PH; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

China Banking Corporation seeks a Data Governance Lead to helm the bank's data governance program, ensuring data is managed responsibly, securely, and consistently across the organization.

You will partner with business, technology, compliance, risk, and data teams to strengthen governance, improve data quality, and enable data-driven decisions, while communicating governance policies and risk considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Data Science, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data governance, data management, compliance, risk management, information security, or related disciplines.
• Experience in banking or financial services 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.

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 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.

Skills

Data governance

Policy development

Stakeholder management

Regulatory awareness

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration across teams

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About You & the Role

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.