Senior Data Governance Analyst – Data Lineage & Metadata, Assistant Vice President

Job description

At Citi , we get to connect millions of people across hundreds of cities and countries every day. And we've been doing it for more than 200 years. We do this through our unparalleled global network. We provide a broad range of financial services and products to our clients – whether they be consumers, corporations, governments or institutions – to help them meet their biggest opportunities and face the world's toughest challenges. Shape your Career with Citi Citi’s Human Resources (HR) team helps Citi to attract, retain and develop our employees across the globe. The team does this through supporting key areas including recruiting, diversity, global learning and talent development, benefits, compensation and employee relations. Citi is looking for a Senior Data Governance Analyst to play a pivotal role in strengthening the integrity and traceability of data across a global financial institution. In this position, you will lead the governance of data lineage, metadata quality, and authoritative data sources, ensuring that critical data assets meet enterprise standards and regulatory expectations. Your work will directly influence how Citi manages data risk and shapes governance frameworks used across business lines and functions worldwide. Key Responsibilities Document, maintain, and enhance end-to-end data lineage across critical systems, applications, and reporting assets to ensure traceability and regulatory readiness. Partner with business, technology, and data owners to identify and remediate gaps in lineage documentation, metadata quality, and data source alignment. Manage and maintain authoritative data source inventories, including onboarding new records and keeping existing source documentation accurate and complete. Execute metadata quality reviews and establish controls that keep data asset documentation current, consistent, and aligned to enterprise governance standards. Monitor and report on governance metrics — including lineage completeness, metadata quality, and authoritative data source coverage — to track adoption and maturity across the organization. Lead system change processes from requirements definition through to implementation, ensuring governance controls are embedded throughout. Support governance forums and issue management processes related to data lineage, metadata, and data sourcing, contributing to remediation activities and enterprise-wide policy recommendations. Coach and guide colleagues within the team, sharing knowledge on governance processes, data controls, and continuous improvement practices. Required Qualifications & Skills 5 to 8 years of experience in data governance, data management, or a closely related field, with demonstrated ownership of governance initiatives. Hands-on knowledge of metadata management, data dictionaries, business glossaries, and data catalog concepts, applied to real-world governance challenges. Proven ability to manage complex projects, balancing multiple stakeholder needs against shifting priorities and tight deadlines. Clear and effective communicator, able to translate technical data concepts for business audiences and engage credibly across all levels of an organization. Analytical mindset with the ability to filter, assess, and prioritize complex or ambiguous information from multiple sources to reach sound conclusions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, used to produce governance reporting and stakeholder communications. Human Resources domain knowledge or experience working with HR data, processes, and systems is highly desirable and will be considered an advantage. Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience. What We Offer At Citi, you will work within a high-performing global team where your governance expertise shapes how data is managed, trusted, and used across one of the world's leading financial institutions. This is a role where your contributions carry real weight — influencing enterprise-wide standards and enabling better decisions at scale. Hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, giving you flexibility alongside meaningful in-person collaboration. Significant scope and visibility, with the opportunity to influence data governance frameworks and policies that span global business lines and functions. A collaborative team environment where knowledge sharing, peer review, and continuous improvement are central to how the team operates. Access to learning and development resources that support your growth in data governance, risk management, and enterprise data strategy. Wellbeing support and work-life balance initiatives designed to help you perform at your best inside and outside of work. Competitive financial benefits and a rewards package reflective of the impact and seniority of the role. Global exposure through partnerships with technology, business, and risk teams across Citi's international footprint. Apply today and bring your data governance expertise to a role where your work protects the quality and integrity of data that matters at a global scale. ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Data Governance ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Data Governance Foundation ------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------ Most Relevant Skills Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Internal Controls, Management Reporting, Policy, Procedure, and Regulation, Program Management, Risk Controls and Monitors. ------------------------------------------------------ Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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