Data Analytics, Governance & Insights
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A major financial institution is uniting its data enablement, cyber, and governance capabilities into a single strategic function. We’re now searching for a data-first leader to shape, scale, and lead this transfor…
"> Be the Architect of Digital TrustA major financial institution is uniting its data enablement, cyber, and governance capabilities into a single strategic function. We’re now searching for a data-first leader to shape, scale, and lead this transfor…
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A major financial institution is uniting its data enablement, cyber, and governance capabilities into a single strategic function. We’re now searching for a data-first leader to shape, scale, and lead this transformation.
This isn’t just a job. It’s your opportunity to define what great data governance looks like—building enterprise capability, empowering delivery teams, and enabling innovation within a regulated environment.
You’ll lead a newly formed team, own enterprise-wide frameworks, and serve as the go-to voice for data quality, access, and protection at scale.
If you thrive in ambiguity, inspire trust, and bring clarity to complexity—this is the legacy role you've been waiting for.
Report directly to the Director of Delivery & Governance—trusted as a second-in-command
Lead a team of 10 across data enablement, cyber, and data competency—shaping both strategy and culture
Be the face of governance—translating regulatory complexity into real-world execution
Help a respected financial institution evolve—aligning protection, innovation, and performance
Be known internally as the voice of digital resilience—not just a manager, but a business influencer
Strategy & Influence
Define the identity and operating model for a newly formed team
Embed governance and enablement into agile delivery and strategic initiatives
Own executive-level reporting for digital, data, and cyber risk
Represent the function in governance forums and risk councils
Data Governance & Enablement
Refresh and implement enterprise data governance frameworks
Lead data stewardship, literacy, and accountability programs across the business
Ensure compliance with CPS 230, CPS 234, and CPG 235 while enabling delivery
Bridge business and technology teams to align data protection with strategic objectives
Cyber & Digital Risk
Guide the evolution of first-line risk frameworks across tech and operations
Support secure delivery of digital initiatives, agile squads, and third-party engagements
Collaborate with 2nd and 3rd line risk to unify risk posture and compliance assurance
Oversee audit readiness, controls assurance, and alignment to ISO 27001, NIST, CPS234, and CPS230
Contribute to business continuity and incident response strategy
A data leader with 7+ years in governance, enablement, or enterprise data strategy
Familiar with frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST, CPS234, and CPS230, and confident partnering with risk and compliance
Experienced in financial services (insurance a bonus) and thrive in fast-paced, regulated environments
Known for your clarity, polish, and ability to influence senior stakeholders
Driven by ownership, innovation, and the opportunity to build something meaningful
$200k–$220k base + Super
Flexible hybrid working
Greenfield leadership — build frameworks, culture, and long-term impact
Direct access to executive decision-makers
A values-led organisation where wellbeing and ambition go hand in hand
A role where your name becomes synonymous with digital trust and transformation
Ready to lead something that matters?
Apply now or reach out to Chipo R at The Recruitment Company for a confidential conversation about your next leadership move.
Data Analytics, Governance & Insights
