Senior Data Governance Officer (M/F)

Founded in 1856, Banque Internationale à Luxembourg is the oldest multi-business bank in the Grand Duchy. From its foundation, the BIL has always played an active role in the development of the Luxembourg economy. It currently operates in retail, private and corporate banking, as well as on major capital markets. Employing more than 2 000 people, BIL is present in the financial hotspots that are Luxembourg, Switzerland, and China.
As a major player in Luxembourg's finance industry and as a signatory of the UN Principles of Responsible Banking, BIL is committed to handing over a responsible and sustainable bank to future generations.

Your Mission:

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and strategic professional to join our data governance team. As a Senior Data Governance Officer, you will play a pivotal role in defining, implementing, and maintaining the organization's data governance framework. Your work will ensure that data is managed as a valuable asset, supporting compliance, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making across the enterprise.

Your next challenge:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the data governance framework, policies, and standards in alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with data owners, stewards, and business units to define roles, responsibilities, and processes for effective data governance.
• Prepare the Data Strategy Committee and ensure proper escalation and decision-making on data-related issues.
• Act as gatekeeper on the Business Glossary and Metadata Repository to ensure consistency and clarity across definitions, systems and processes.
• Monitor compliance with data governance policies and drive remediation plans where gaps are identified.
• Lead initiatives to improve data accountability, ownership, and stewardship across the organization.
• Support regulatory and audit requirements by ensuring proper documentation and evidence of governance activities.
• Provide training and guidance to stakeholders on data governance principles, tools, and methodologies.
• Stay informed about emerging trends, technologies, and regulatory developments in data governance and data management.

Your skills:

• Master's degree in Data Management, Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in data governance, data management, or regulatory compliance within the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK) and regulatory requirements (e.g., BCBS239, GDPR).
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership; capable of prioritizing and driving initiatives under pressure.
• Familiarity with data governance tools and platforms (e.g., MEGA Hopex, Collibra, Informatica) and proficiency in data analysis tools (SQL, Power BI).
  

BIL offers a broad range of challenging projects and a huge choice of career paths .We will assist you in finding the one that best meets your skills and expectations. Your personal development is our priority and we greatly encourage you to dive into different business areas for the broadest possible experience.
BIL is firmly of the opinion that diversity & inclusion contribute towards increasing the collective performance of the Bank. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion that encourages individual development with equal opportunities for all.

NB: The selected candidate will be asked to provide an extract from the criminal record (no.3) as evidence of integrity and justified with regard to the specific needs of the position to be filled. Other documents will be collected, to the extent legally permitted, to perform background checks.