Senior Data Governance Specialist

6 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Old Mutual Full time
Job Title

Senior Data Governance Specialist

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Governance Specialist to join our team at Old Mutual. In this role, you will be responsible for driving data quality and adherence to data governance requirements on a day-to-day basis.

Key Responsibilities
  • Embed good data practices within business units and functions.
  • Establish processes and procedures for data management and information governance.
  • Adhere to regulatory compliance and policy requirements.
  • Participate in the Data Stewards Forum (DSF) and contribute to data outcomes per Business Unit/Domain.
  • Ensure decisions made in the Data Governance Board (DGB) are implemented in their business units/domains.
Risk Reporting Management

In this role, you will also be responsible for:

  • Ensuring enforcement of privacy and security rules pertaining to data.
  • Driving adherence to regulatory compliance data requirements.
  • Identifying and reporting on data risks as they occur in the enterprise.
Policies and Procedures

You will work closely with data owners and custodians to establish controls, define procedures for access to data, and compile retention, archival, and disposal requirements.

Stakeholder Management

In this role, you will establish and maintain strategic relationships with business and corporate stakeholders, ensuring that stakeholders are consulted and kept informed of issues and advances in data management practice.

Qualifications and Experience
  • Maturity with a relevant tertiary qualification is required.
  • At least 5 years in data practice and/or analysis.
  • Relevant data management certification.
  • Minimum of 8 years demonstrated experience in the insurance or financial services industry, preferably in a data-intensive function or role.
Estimated Salary Range

Based on market conditions, the estimated salary range for this role is R1,200,000 - R1,800,000 per annum.



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