Director, Data Governance & Enablement Portfolio Management

Jobtailor; Brooklyn (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a senior data governance leader to develop and oversee enterprise-wide AI-ready data governance strategies. You will partner with executives to drive adoption, manage risk, and align data initiatives with Technology and Operations Services.

You will lead cross-functional teams, design training programs, and establish metrics to gauge governance effectiveness. Requires 10+ years in data management or transformation leadership; banking/finance experience preferred; frequent travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• 10+ years progressive experience in data management, governance, program management, or transformation leadership.
• Preferably experience in banking, finance, or data-driven organizations.
• Ability to communicate face to face, in person, or by phone with teammates and clients.
• Frequent use of a PC/laptop.
• Ability to occasionally operate a motor vehicle with a valid driver's license.
• Routine and frequent travel, including overnight stays.
• Compliance with KeyBank policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee enterprise-wide AI-ready data governance strategies.
• Lead impact analyses, readiness assessments, and stakeholder mapping.
• Serve as executive sponsor for data governance programs.
• Build coalitions with senior leaders to drive adoption of data initiatives.
• Anticipate and mitigate risks, dependencies, and resistance across the enterprise.
• Design and deliver communications articulating the vision and progress of data initiatives.
• Collaborate with Communications to produce materials for various audiences.
• Direct the design and implementation of enterprise-wide training programs.
• Partner with HR to embed data governance into talent strategies.
• Guide leadership in defining competencies for the evolving data & analytics operating model.
• Facilitate executive workshops and governance forums.
• Align data governance with Technology and Operations Services for integrated execution.
• Establish and monitor metrics and benchmarks for governance adoption and effectiveness.
• Report progress and improvement areas to executive leadership and governance bodies.
• Lead cross-functional teams in planning and executing multi-year data initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data Governance

Data Management

Program Management

Impact Analysis

Readiness Assessment

Metrics Monitoring

Training Program Design

Compliance Standards

Governance Strategy Development

Data Initiative Execution

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

N/A

Job description

• Develop and oversee enterprise-wide strategies and programmatic approaches for AI Ready data governance and enablement
• Lead impact analyses, readiness assessments, and stakeholder identification for major data initiatives
• Serve as executive sponsor for data governance programs
• Build and sustain coalitions with senior leaders and key stakeholders to support adoption of data initiatives
• Anticipate and mitigate risks, resistance, and dependencies across the enterprise
• Design and deliver communication strategies articulating the vision and progress of data initiatives
• Collaborate with Communications teams to produce materials for various audiences
• Direct the design and implementation of enterprise-wide training programs
• Partner with HR and Learning & Development to embed data governance into talent strategies
• Guide leadership in defining competencies for the evolving data and analytics operating model
• Facilitate executive workshops and forums to refine governance strategies
• Align data governance initiatives with Technology and Operations Services for integrated execution
• Establish and monitor metrics and benchmarks for data governance adoption and effectiveness
• Report progress and improvement areas to executive leadership and governance bodies
• Lead and support cross-functional teams in planning and executing multi-year data initiatives
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Master's Degree preferred
• 10+ years progressive experience in data management, governance, program management, or transformation leadership
• Preferably experience in banking, finance, or data-driven organizations
• Ability to communicate face to face, in person, or by phone with teammates and clients
• Frequent use of a PC/laptop
• Ability to occasionally operate a motor vehicle with a valid driver's license
• Routine and frequent travel, including overnight stays
• Compliance with KeyBank policies and procedures

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in data governance and management, with a strong focus on developing enterprise-wide strategies and programmatic approaches. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Data Governance
• Program Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Risk Mitigation
• Data Management

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Data Governance
• Data Management
• Program Management
• Impact Analysis
• Readiness Assessment
• Metrics Monitoring
• Training Program Design
• Compliance Standards
• Governance Strategy Development
• Data Initiative Execution

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Collaboration
• Leadership
• Facilitation
• Problem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Industry Keywords

• Banking
• Finance
• Data-Driven Organizations
• Regulatory Compliance
• Talent Strategies