Senior Manager – Data Quality, Metadata Management

Bread Financial

. Lead enterprise-wide data governance initiatives across Data Quality, Metadata Management, and Critical Data Elements (CDEs) .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeColumbus • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $157,300 - $251,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Data Governance, Data Quality Management, and Metadata Management within a highly regulated banking environment, while effectively leading teams and driving strategic data management initiatives.

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Data GovernanceData Quality ManagementMetadata ManagementCollibraLeadership Experience

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisData ModelingData WarehousingMaster Data ManagementData CatalogingData LineageData ProfilingData MonitoringRegulatory ComplianceCritical Data Elements

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationCoachingInfluencing StrategyProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

CollibraInformatica

Certifications & Qualifications

DAMADCAM

Industry Keywords

BankingFinancial ServicesRegulatory RequirementsData Management InitiativesCard Processing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Informatica

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead enterprise-wide data governance initiatives across Data Quality, Metadata Management, and Critical Data Elements (CDEs)
Align data governance initiatives with the Enterprise Data Strategy
Drive data management practices in a highly regulated banking environment
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and interact with regulatory organizations
Partner with business, risk, legal, and technology teams to establish strong data controls
Oversee metadata and governance platforms such as Collibra
Improve data quality outcomes supporting critical business and regulatory reporting
Implement data management capabilities including data cataloging, data lineage, data profiling, and monitoring
Develop the Data Management roadmap for multiple capabilities and lead roadmap execution
Engage organizational partners in data management deliverables
Ensure clarity of roles and meet communication and training needs
Identify areas for improvement
Influence strategy, create roadmaps, and manage delivery
Manage a distributed team across the U.S. and India, including hiring, coaching, and removing challenges
Ensure team objectives are met through active collaboration with the team
Report to a Director and above
Manage 6–10 direct reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
10–13 years of experience in Data Quality Management, Metadata Management, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Warehousing, Data Governance, or Master Data Management
Demonstrated experience leading a Data Management function
3+ years of leadership experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Information Management, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or Business, or equivalent relevant work experience (preferred)
DAMA or DCAM (preferred)
6+ years of experience in Banking and Financial services, particularly in card processing (preferred)
Experience with enterprise data governance and metadata management platforms, preferably Collibra and/or Informatica
Deep understanding of Data Quality, Metadata Management, and Critical Data Elements (CDEs) within complex organizations
Prior experience supporting data management initiatives in a highly regulated banking or financial services environment
Familiarity with banking regulatory expectations and interactions with regulators
Ability to travel up to 10% annually
Must be work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future
F-1 student visa holders are not eligible

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and other voluntary benefits
Basic and optional life insurance
Supplemental medical plans
Short- and long-term disability
Six weeks of 100% paid parental leave after a 180-day waiting period
401(k) plan with immediate enrollment
11 paid holidays
Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST)
Illinois Paid Leave for Illinois associates
Ability to purchase company stock during offering periods in June and December
Annual incentive bonus based on individual and company performance
Career development opportunities
Wellness support and non-traditional career progression opportunities