Director, Data Governance – Transformation

MUFG

. Serve as delegate for the Head of the Data Office in executive, regulatory, and strategic forums .

Posted 10/25/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $224,000 - $276,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in shaping and executing enterprise data strategies aligned with business priorities and regulatory expectations, while driving organizational change and promoting data ownership across teams. Proven ability to influence senior executives and lead large-scale transformation initiatives in complex environments.

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Enterprise Data Strategy DevelopmentInfluencing Senior ExecutivesData Management PracticesOrganizational Change LeadershipExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Data Quality ManagementData Risk ManagementData LineageMetadata ManagementAI ReadinessFinancial ReportingOperational Decision-MakingAnalyticsTransformation ObjectivesInvestment Strategies

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAccountabilityData LiteracyExecutive AlignmentCommunication

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesConsultingOperationsData ManagementAnalytics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as delegate for the Head of the Data Office in executive, regulatory, and strategic forums
Help define enterprise priorities, operating plans, investment strategies, and transformation objectives
Shape and execute the enterprise data strategy aligned with business priorities, regulatory expectations, risk objectives, and technology transformation
Establish strategic roadmaps for data quality, lineage, metadata, data risk management, AI readiness, and trusted data enablement
Advise senior business leaders on opportunities to unlock business value through improved data management
Lead enterprise data and operating model modernization initiatives
Identify systemic issues, organizational barriers, manual processes, and operating model inefficiencies
Lead resolution of cross-functional data challenges requiring executive alignment
Drive pragmatic data management practices, accountability, trusted data adoption, and performance measures
Develop executive communications, strategic updates, and decision materials
Promote data ownership, accountability, data literacy, and practical problem-solving across business and technology teams
Represent the Data Office as a credible business partner

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of experience in financial services, consulting, operations, analytics, data management, or related disciplines
Experience influencing senior executives and driving organizational change without direct authority
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including preparing materials for executive, board, audit, and regulatory audiences
Proven ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments and lead large-scale transformation efforts
Strong understanding of how data supports business processes, customer outcomes, financial reporting, risk management, analytics, or operational decision-making
Demonstrated experience leading enterprise change initiatives and influencing strategic decisions across multiple business functions
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely-related discipline, or an equivalent combination of formal education and experience
Visa sponsorship/support is based on business needs; sponsorship/support is not anticipated for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary performance-based bonus and/or incentive compensation
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
Retirement plans
Educational assistance and training programs
Income replacement for qualified employees with disabilities
Paid maternity and parental bonding leave
Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
Hybrid work schedule with four days on-site and one day remote per week