Job Title: Data Governance Lead, Vice President
Location: Bangalore
Department: Data, Analytics & Artificial Intelligence
Who are we looking for
The Data Governance Lead will lead the design and execution of a Unified Data Governance framework aligned to the enterprise data platform. This role is accountable for establishing consistent governance across data domains, platforms, and data products—ensuring trusted, compliant, and scalable data across the organization.
The role will play a critical leadership position in embedding governance directly into the new data platform—shifting from fragmented, control-based governance to a platform-driven, product-aligned governance model.
Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Investment Management, one of the largest asset managers in the world. We partner with many of the world’s largest, most sophisticated investors and financial intermediaries to help them reach their goals through a rigorous, research-driven investment process. With over four decades of experience and trillions of dollars in assets under management, we offer one of the broadest selections of services across asset classes, risk profiles, regions and styles. As pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest.
Join us if making your mark in the asset management industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.
What you will be responsible for
As a Data Governance Lead, you will -
Data Governance Strategy
Unified Governance Execution
Lead implementation of end-to-end governance across data lifecycle (ingest transform consume)
Ensure consistent governance practices across all domains and regions, including Bangalore delivery teams
Data Quality & Operations Alignment
Integrate governance with Data Operations model (issue management, remediation, monitoring)
Define enterprise KPIs/KRIs for governance and data quality performance
Stakeholder & Platform Alignment
Additional Skills
Strong Experience In:
Enterprise Data Platforms (Databricks / Snowflake / MDM ecosystems)
Data Product lifecycle management
Metadata & lineage tools (Collibra or equivalent)
Governance automation and workflow orchestration
Qualifications
Core Experience
10+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, or Data Strategy
Proven leadership experience managing global teams
Strong background in financial services / asset management (highly preferred)
Experience implementing enterprise data governance frameworks and operating models
Technical & Functional Expertise
Deep knowledge of:
Data Governance frameworks (e.g., DCAM, DAMA)
Data Quality, Metadata, and Lineage management
Master Data Management (MDM) concepts and platforms
Experience with governance and data tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alteryx, etc.)
Strong understanding of data architecture, data models, and taxonomy
Regulatory & Risk Awareness
Familiarity with regulatory expectations (e.g., BCBS 239, data privacy, risk frameworks)
Experience working with audit, compliance, and risk stakeholders
Ability to align governance practices with regulatory and internal control requirements
Leadership & Soft Skills
Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to influence without authority across business and technology teams
Proven ability to drive organizational change and adoption
Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, Finance, or related field
Advanced degree (MBA, MS) preferred
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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