Sr. Consultant, Data Governance

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

 This role sits within the Data Management Enablement (DME) Center of Excellence (COE) and focuses on supporting enterprise data governance practices across the organization. The associate acts as a governance advisor and enablement partner, helping business and data stakeholders improve how data is managed, governed, and retained.

The role emphasizes analysis, governance oversight, and stakeholder support rather than heavy technical development. It plays a key role in driving adoption of data governance standards, improving data quality, and ensuring alignment with records management and data retention requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Data Governance & Quality Support

• Partner with data owners and stewards to analyze data issues and improve data quality practices
• Support the definition and monitoring of data quality rules aligned to business needs
• Perform data analysis, validation checks, and issue investigation to identify root causes and drive resolution
• Provide insights and recommendations to strengthen data governance controls

Metadata, Catalog & Lineage Governance

• Support the organization and maintenance of business metadata and data definitions
• Ensure data assets are properly classified, documented, and aligned to governance standards
• Assist stakeholders in understanding data flows and lineage to improve transparency and trust

Workflow & Governance Process Enablement

• Support and enhance governance workflows (e.g., approvals, issue management, certifications, and lifecycle processes)
• Improve traceability, auditability, and consistency of governance processes
• Provide day-to-day support to users on governance tools and processes

Stakeholder Engagement & Adoption

• Act as a trusted advisor to business and data teams, guiding them on governance best practices
• Conduct training sessions, office hours, and user support to increase adoption
• Translate business needs into practical governance solutions and improvements

Records Management & Data Retention

• Ensure governance practices align with enterprise records management and retention policies
• Support data classification, retention scheduling, and defensible disposition processes
• Partner with compliance and legal teams to ensure data is managed in accordance with regulatory and internal retention requirements
• Promote awareness and adoption of records management standards across data domains

Audit, Risk & Continuous Improvement

• Support audit readiness and regulatory compliance (e.g., BCBS 239, GDPR, internal policies)
• Contribute to governance reporting and evidence tracking
• Identify opportunities to enhance governance processes, controls, and efficiency
• Support emerging capabilities such as AI-assisted data classification and governance insights

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• 10–13 years of experience in data governance, data management, data quality, or records management
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and operating models
• Experience supporting metadata, data quality, lineage, and governance processes
• Solid knowledge of records management and data retention principles
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data issues and recommend solutions
• Proven experience working with business stakeholders, data stewards, and control functions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to educate, influence, and drive adoption of governance practices

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., BCBS 239, GDPR)
• Familiarity with data governance tools (e.g., Collibra or similar platforms)
• Exposure to data classification, retention schedules, legal holds, and disposition processes
• Awareness of emerging AI capabilities in data governance

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.

Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [email protected], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

About Our Bangalore Office

The Northern Trust Bangalore office, established in 2005, is home to over 5,600 employees.  In this stunning office space, we offer fantastic amenities which include our Arrival Hub - Jungle, the GameZone, and the Employee Experience Zone that appeal to both clients and employees. Learn more.