Vice President, Data Governance

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The Vice President, Data Governance is responsible for supporting the Head of Data Governance & Data Officer (APAC) in driving the implementation and operationalization of the regional Data Governance framework. The role acts as a senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) and trusted advisor on Data Governance and Data Management matters, providing guidance to stakeholders across Business, Compliance, Operations, Technology, and Risk functions.

The role is accountable for ensuring the effective execution of Data Governance controls, including Data Quality Management, Data Lineage, Metadata Management, Change Management, Data Dictionaries, and Key Data Elements (KDEs). The incumbent will drive governance initiatives, provide challenge and oversight to data producers and consumers, support regulatory and audit requirements, and lead governance-related workstreams for strategic projects and system transformations across APAC.

Job Responsibilities:

Data Governance & Data Management

• Act as regional SME for Data Governance and Data Management matters.

• Support the implementation and continuous enhancement of Data Governance frameworks, standards, policies, procedures, and controls.

• Own and oversee governance artefacts including:

  • Data Dictionaries

  • Key Data Elements (KDEs)

  • Data Lineage

  • Metadata Management

  • Data Quality Rules

  • Data Governance Operating Procedures

• Drive annual governance planning, effectiveness assessments, and maturity improvement activities.

• Perform governance oversight and challenge to ensure compliance with regional and global standards.

• Review and assess data-related risks, issues, incidents, and remediation plans.

• Prepare governance reporting, metrics, KPIs, KRIs, and management information for governance forums.

Advisory & SME function

• Serve as a trusted advisor for APAC stakeholders on Data Governance, Data Quality, and Data Management related matters.

• Provide governance guidance and impact assessments for system changes, regulatory initiatives, new products, and business transformations.

• Advise project teams on governance requirements and data control expectations.

• Support interpretation and implementation of Global Data Governance policies and standards within APAC.

• Provide expert consultation during regulatory reviews, audits, and compliance assessments.

• Promote governance awareness and best practices across the region.

Strategic Projects & change Management

• Lead Data Governance workstreams for regional transformation programmes and strategic initiatives.

• Ensure governance requirements are embedded in project delivery lifecycles.

• Assess the impact of system enhancements, regulatory changes, and business initiatives on data governance controls.

• Drive implementation of governance-related process improvements and automation initiatives.

• Support large-scale remediation and data quality improvement programmes.

Stakeholder Management

• Develop strong working relationships with Data Owners, Data Stewards, Technology teams, Compliance, Operations, and Business stakeholders.

• Facilitate regional governance forums, workshops, and working groups.

• Influence stakeholders to adopt governance practices and remediation actions.

• Escalate governance risks and issues where appropriate.

Coaching & Capability Development

• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior members of the Data Governance team.

• Review governance deliverables and ensure consistency with established standards.

• Contribute to building Data Governance capabilities and knowledge within the region.

Job Requirements:

Required Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, Risk Management, Compliance, Regulatory Reporting iwithin the banking or financial services industry.

• Strong understanding of banking operations, regulatory requirements, and data-related risks.

• Strong experience implementing and maintaining Data Governance frameworks and controls.

• Experience managing regional projects involving data quality, data controls, regulatory requirements, or system transformations.

• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders across multiple functions and jurisdictions.

• Experience supporting audits, regulatory reviews, and remediation programmes.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Data Lineage, and Metadata Management.

• Ability to provide SME and advisory support on data governance, regulatory, risk, and transformation initiatives.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

• Proven ability to independently drive initiatives, influence stakeholders, and deliver outcomes with a strong ownership and accountability mindset.

• Good understanding of banking operations, Financial Crime Compliance (FCC), regulatory requirements, and data-related risks.

• Experience with data analytics, visualization, and automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Python) and the use of analytics to support DQM, governance reporting, and process improvement would be an added advantage.

• Exposure to data governance technologies, data cataloguing, metadata management, and AI-enabled governance solutions would be beneficial.

Key Behaviours

• Takes full ownership and accountability for assigned initiatives and governance outcomes.

• Acts as a trusted advisor and governance SME.

• Challenges constructively and drives effective resolutions.

• Demonstrates strong commercial awareness and risk judgement.

• Builds collaborative relationships across regional and global teams.

• Drives continuous improvement and operational excellence.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organsational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender.