Manager - Data Policies and Control @ Reuters

In this opportunity as Manager - Data Policies and Controlyou will:

• Data Strategy: Own the Data Control and Governance Strategy.
• Policy Development: Draft detailed policies/standards for each area, incorporating industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Approval and Communication: Obtain approval from senior management and communicate policies/standards to all employees.
• Training and Awareness: Conduct training sessions to ensure employees understand and adhere to the policies.
• Monitoring and Enforcement: Implement monitoring tools and processes to enforce compliance with the policies.
• Review and Update: Regularly review and update policies to reflect changes in regulations, technology, and business needs.
• Data Risk and Control framework: Establish framework and oversee, monitor inherent and residual risks changes, control implementations and documentations.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure adherence to data policies and controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote data Control/governance best practices and data literacy.
• Design and own data control/governance Objectives and Key Results (OKR) to optimize existing capabilities, develop new/efficient solutions
• Timely reporting OKR/performance/Escalations to senior management.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Participate in data governance committees and working groups.

About You:

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in information management, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field; Masters degree preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in data management, data governance, or risk management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience and knowledge of governance frameworks, regulatory compliance requirements, and data standards, or a related role.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously with high degree of accuracy, completeness and timeliness.
• Exceptional ability to make timely and effective decisions to meet fluid deadlines
• Strong knowledge of multi-jurisdictional requirements.
• Experience with data control and governance frameworks and analytics tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Atlan, AI/BI Tools).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Experience in designing and managing KPIs, and OKRs for data control/ governance.
• Certification in data management or governance (e.g., CDMP, CIPP) is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and thoroughness in data control and governance practices.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of Global/regional/Local laws and regulations. (Privacy, Data Protection, AIDA, EUAI etc)
• Analytical/Problem Solving Skills: Ability to analyse data and processes to identify areas for improvement and recommend sustainable automated solutions.
• Communication: Strong ability to communicate complex data policies and procedures clearly.
• Leadership: Capable of leading data governance initiatives and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Metrics for Success:
• Compliance Rate: Achieve and maintain a 100% compliance rate with data standards, internal policies adherence and Global/Regional/Local laws
• Audit Findings: Minimize the number of audit findings related to data governance and compliance by 50% within the first year
• Employee Training: Increase the number of employees trained in data controls and governance by 50% within the first year.
• Policy Adoption: Ensure 80% adoption of new data policies and procedures across the organization.
• This role is critical in ensuring that our data control and governance practices are robust, compliant, and aligned with our strategic goals. If you are passionate about data governance and have a proven track record in managing data policies and controls, we encourage you to apply.