Data Management Officer

Our client is an international bank seeking a Data Management Officer to join its London-based IT function, supporting critical data governance and data security initiatives across the business.

This is a hands-on role operating at the intersection of data, regulation, and technology, working closely with Finance, Compliance, and broader business teams to embed robust data management practices across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of group-wide data governance frameworks and standards


• Assist in building and enhancing data quality frameworks, monitoring, and reporting mechanisms


• Interpret and apply local regulatory requirements relating to data security and personal data protection


• Contribute to the design and maintenance of data security controls and classification frameworks


• Perform ongoing data security risk assessments and monitoring activities


• Collaborate with development teams and third-party vendors to implement data security solutions


• Define and maintain technical policies, standards, and procedures aligned with Head Office requirements


• Support the delivery of training to staff on data governance and data security policies


• Contribute to wider data management and transformation initiatives as required

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 6 years’ experience within data management, data governance, or data security, ideally within financial services


• Strong knowledge of frameworks such as NIST 800, ISO 27001, and UK regulatory expectations (PRA, FCA, ICO, GDPR)


• Proven experience across data governance, data quality, metadata, and data security


• Good understanding of data architecture concepts, including data lakes and data warehouses


• Experience with data integration, migration, and reporting tools


• Working knowledge of SQL


• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to solve problems independently


• Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders


• Prior exposure to regulatory or compliance-driven IT projects is advantageous

Qualifications (Desirable)

• CISSP / CCSP


• CDMP


• CIPP/E

This opportunity offers exposure to a highly regulated banking environment and the opportunity to work on strategically important data initiatives with international reach. Ideal for candidates seeking to further develop expertise in data governance and security within a global financial institution.

Please note this is an office-based role 5 days per week

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