Data Steward II (US)- Regulatory Reporting

TD Bank•Mount Laurel, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Data Steward II provides data governance expertise, business leadership, and leads on day to day data governance and activities. Appointed as a Data Steward for their business, providing oversight and challenge for data-related activities. May also play a role in supporting the business' data strategy.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree or technical certificate
7+ years relevant experience
Advanced knowledge of data governance/data management practices, enterprise data policy, standards & strategy
Advanced knowledge of M&A due diligence process, LOB data strategy, data risk management, and data life cycle management
Knowledge of current and emerging competitor and market trends
Skill in using analytical software tools, data analysis methods and reporting techniques
Skill in mentoring/coaching others
Skill in using computer applications including MS Office
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently
Ability to exercise sound judgement in making decisions
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Ability to contribute to strategic direction of the function and provide advice to senior leadership

Nice To Haves

Data Warehouse RRDW experience
SQL experience
Data reporting experience
Data analysis experience

Responsibilities

Retains knowledge of industry and practices, including any relevant accreditation and/or testing (internal and external), as required
Partners closely with Technology and other SMEs to drive the successful implementation of the LOB's Data Strategy for low to medium complexity data environments / initiatives
Responsible for supporting the delivery of activities within the LOB Data Strategy
Integrates knowledge of the enterprise sub-function’s or business line’s overarching strategy in developing solutions across multiple functions or operations
Interprets internal / external business challenges and the industry environment, recommends course of action and best practices to improve products, processes or services
Acts as a technical expert / lead integrating cross-function understanding within their own field of specialty; may manage team(s) of related specialists
Leads cross-functional teams or projects with significant resource requirements, risk and / or complexity
Independently manages end-to-end functional programs
Solves or may lead others to solve complex problems; leads efforts or partners with others to develop new solutions
Uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify solutions
Impacts the achievement of sub-function or business line objectives within the area they are accountable for
Work is guided by policies and industry standards/methods
Communicates difficult concepts; converts information to compelling business context and advice; influences and gains alignment across increasingly senior stakeholders
Works autonomously as the lead and guides others within area of expertise
Identifies, measures and monitors current and emerging data related risks in day-to-day activities, operations, products and services within the Business, to ensure activities are within TD's Risk Appetite and policies
Governs and provides oversight of data under their stewardship, acting as a focal point for data governance within the Line of Business
Ensures their Line of Business (LOB) adheres to data related policies, standards and meets requirements set out by the Enterprise Data and Information Management Policy and Standards
Designs, implements, and maintains LOB-specific processes, templates, and appropriate mitigating controls, to support enterprise data policy and standards and ensure effective management and control of LOB data
Ensures data-related activities are compliant with applicable laws and regulations
Provides 1st line oversight and challenge of LOB data management activities, including metadata and data quality management, data retention and disposition within BAU processes, projects, programs and change initiatives
Escalates data risks and issues and provide advice and support to business owners in development and implementation of action plans for issue resolution
Works in partnership with control partners (i.e., Technology Risk Management, Legal, Privacy, Office of the Chief Data Officer (OCDO), LOB First Line of Defense partners, etc.) to protect the Bank's data assets
Delivers training, tools, and advice to support the governance and oversight of data
Supports and helps define the Line of Business data strategy
Promotes a strong data risk management culture
Acts as a strategic partner by leading relationships with key enterprise partners and interfacing with respective leadership team to effectively manage own data governance area and clarify scope of accountabilities while influencing and aligning others as needed
Develops, communicates and implements a holistic strategy for own specific data governance function in support of and integrated with the overall business strategy
Provides the Business with framework and guidance on identification of critical data and critical data elements
Leads the governance and oversight of LOB data management activities, including metadata, data quality, data retention and disposition tasks
Leads the oversight of data issue resolution and drive data issue governance processes within the LOB, supporting an enterprise view while encouraging shared solutions of common data challenges
Conducts day to day data governance activities for their respective business or function
Contributes to the strategic direction of the data governance / management function and play a key role in the development and implementation of strategies in support of the overall data strategy
Leads / supports the business's Segment Data Council
Provides direction and/or input to complex, wide ranging enterprise or cross-function / business projects / initiatives as a data governance expert, supporting the inclusion of data driven considerations in all projects impacting the business or functional group
Plans, leads / manages and/or oversees a diverse set of business data governance and control work activities requiring alignment / coordination across multiple areas, including projects policies / processes / procedures / changes in across multiple functional areas
Leads partner to management / leadership and respective teams for area of specialization with industry, external and internal, enterprise and business awareness; recognizing and anticipating emerging trends and; identifying issues and opportunities and recommending action to senior management
Work effectively with multiple teams across a broad spectrum of initiatives and functional domains, influencing and aligning others as needed
Provides functional / business level communications to ensure messages to stakeholders and / or employees are consistent, appropriate and aligned to business strategies and executive management direction
Facilitates key discussions and provides thought leadership to executive audience on existing and emerging data related activities
Forecasts programs / initiatives and demand, for own business
Supports the identification of business data owners and business data SMEs for the LOB and ensure LOB adherence to enterprise data policies and standards
Leads the socialization and training of the LOB data governance and data management community on data policies, procedures, tools, and templates
Partners with the business to proactively prepare for internal / regulatory data-related requests
Develops processes to create timely, complete and accurate reporting to inform on areas of increasing data risk
Steward data in accordance with the Enterprise Data Policy, Standards and Strategy
Adheres to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities for our business area
Ensures respective programs/policies/practices are well managed, meets business needs, complies with internal and external requirements, and aligns with business priorities
Consistently exercises discretion in managing correspondence, information and all matters of confidentiality; escalate issues where appropriate
Ensures business operations are in compliance with applicable internal and external requirements (e.g. financial controls, segregation of duties, transaction approvals and physical control of assets)
Participates in cross-functional / enterprise / initiatives as a subject matter expert helping to identify risk / provide guidance for complex situations
Conducts internal and external research projects; support the development/ delivery of presentations / communications to management or broader audience
Conducts meaningful analysis at the functional or enterprise level using results to draw conclusions, make recommendations, assess the effectiveness of programs / policies / practices
Monitors service, productivity and assess efficiency levels within own function and implement continuous process / performance improvements where opportunities exists
Leads / facilitates and/or implements actions / remediation plans to address performance / risk /governance issues
Actively manages relationships within and across various business lines, corporate and/or control functions and ensure alignment with enterprise and/or regulatory requirements
Keeps abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assess potential impacts
Maintains a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite
Contributes/participates in financial / resource planning process for their LOB
Participates fully as a member of the team, support a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest
Provides thought leadership and/ or industry knowledge for own area of expertise in own area and participate in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit
Keeps current on emerging trends/ developments and grow knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques
Participates in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team
Keeps others informed and up-to-date about the status / progress of projects and / or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities
Contributes to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others, by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practices.
Leads, motivates and develops relationships with internal and external business partners / stakeholders to develop productive working relationships.
Contributes to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce
Acts as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally