VP - Operational Risk Data Management (Belfast)

VP - Operational Risk Data Management

Job Summary / Objective

Act as a strategic advisor and engagement lead, providing executive oversight and direction for the client’s OCC-driven data remediation initiatives. Ensure alignment of data management and governance and quality improvement strategies with regulatory requirements and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities / Duties

• Define and communicate the strategic vision for data governance remediation to client executives.
• Guide the client in modernizing data architecture, risk aggregation, and regulatory reporting processes.
• Advise on development and enforcement of enterprise-wide data policies, standards, and controls.
• Support executive and Board-level reporting and engagement with OCC or other regulators.
• Lead efforts to foster a culture of data accountability and continuous improvement within the client organization.

Required Skill Sets & Requirements

• Enterprise Data Analysis and Management:
• Extensive experience designing and implementing data analysis and management programs in large financial institutions.
• Strong understanding of data quality metrics, master data management, and metadata management.
• Regulatory & Risk Management:
• Experience in Operational risk domains including but not limited to - Data risk, Fraud risk, Tech risk, Cyber risk, Op resiliency risk, third party risk, Processing risk, Services and Enterprise ops risk, Regulatory management reporting and financial statement reporting risk.
• Responsibilities include requirements gathering, data acquisition, data quality assessment, and building risk monitoring tools
• Deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks (BCBS 239) and experience supporting regulatory remediation.
• Technical & Analytical:
• Programing proficiency in Python, SQL and reporting tools like Tableau, PowerBI, and Jira
• Experience guiding IT modernization, system integration, and process optimization.
• Advanced problem-solving, decision-making, and client advisory skills.
• Communication & Board Reporting:
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills with demonstrated experience in Board-level engagement.

Qualifications

• Master’s or advanced degree preferred.
• 6+ years’ experience in consulting or executive roles in financial services.
• Professional certifications (CDMP, PMP) highly desirable.