[Remote] Data Governance

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. EXL is seeking a Data Governance Specialist to support an insurance client's actuarial department in managing and overseeing data assets. The role focuses on data cataloging, classification, master data mapping, data quality assurance, regulatory compliance, stakeholder collaboration, training, and project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Data Cataloging: Utilize IDMC to effectively catalog data assets, ensuring robust metadata management and enhancing data discoverability across the organization
• Data Classification: Support with necessary data classification (manual or automated) around sensitive, critical, confidential data
• Master Data Management: Develop, validate, and maintain detailed mappings and schemas in Excel to manage master data critical for analysis and reporting
• Data Quality Assurance: Regularly audit and refine data quality, collaborating with IT, Data Owners, Data Stewards, and other stakeholders to rectify discrepancies and maintain high data integrity
• Policy Implementation and Compliance: Adhere to and enforce strict data management practices that comply with industry regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, or specific insurance regulatory standards
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise between data users, technical teams, and business leaders to align data accessibility with the strategic needs of the actuarial department
• Educational Workshops and Support: Conduct training sessions and provide ongoing support for Alation and Excel-related data governance practices
• Project Leadership: Manage and execute data governance projects, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives and timely completion

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Actuarial Science, or a related field
• 6+ years of experience in data governance or a similar role within the insurance industry
• Expertise in using IDMC for data glossary, data lineage, data cataloging and advanced proficiency in Excel
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities, with experience working in consultancy and client-facing roles
• Familiarity with insurance data standards and the regulatory environment is a plus

Benefits

• Annual Bonus
• Hybrid (3 days onsite)

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