Your new company

Your new company is a major fintech company in Malaysia that aims to build an inclusive, accessible, and efficient payments and financial ecosystem for Malaysia's banking sector. This is a company that re-invested their profits back into their solutions to ensure that the company stays resilient, competitive, and accessible to all.

Your new role

• Responsible for establishing and overseeing the data governance framework to ensure the integrity, security, and quality of our organisation's data. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, defining data policies and procedures, and implementing strategies to optimise data management practices.
• Data Governance Framework: develop and implement a comprehensive data governance framework, including policies, procedures, and standards, to ensure the effective management of organisational data.
• Data Quality Management: Establish and enforce data quality standards and metrics to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data across all systems.
• Implement data profiling and monitoring processes to identify and address data quality issues.
• Data Stewardship: Lead and coordinate data stewardship initiatives, assigning responsibilities and ensuring accountability for data quality and governance throughout the organisation.
• Provide guidance and training to data stewards and other stakeholders on data governance best practices.
• Compliance and Security: Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate with the IT security team to implement and maintain data security measures, including access controls and encryption.
• Data Cataloguing and Metadata Management: Implement and maintain a centralised data catalogue to facilitate the discovery and understanding of available data assets.
• Oversee metadata management processes to enhance data lineage, traceability, and documentation.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with business units, IT, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and promote a collaborative approach to data governance.
• Communicate data governance policies, procedures, and initiatives to all relevant stakeholders.

What you'll need to succeed

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience (8+ years) in data governance, with a focus on establishing and maintaining effective data governance frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of data quality management, metadata management, and data stewardship.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid working arrangements
• Transportation allowance
• 16% EPF contributions
• 21 days Annual Leave
• Opportunities to gain certifications
• Medical insurance

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.