Data Risk Advisor, Senior Specialist

Vanguard Group, Inc.

$110K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-10 years of experience in data management, governance, technology risk, analytics, operational risk, audit, or compliance.
  • Undergraduate degree required; graduate degree preferred but not mandatory.
  • Experience with large-scale data programs and digital transformations.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary SME for data-related risks in Personal Wealth.
  • Provide guidance on data governance, quality, and analytics controls.
  • Identify emerging risks within the data supply chain with product and technology leaders.
  • Advise on controls for data integrity and privacy.
  • Evaluate risks from data modernization and cloud migration initiatives.
  • Collaborate with various enterprise partners on risk practices.
  • Influence strategic decisions through expert insights in data risk.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work at a leading financial management firm.
  • Collaborative and inclusive work culture.
  • Engagement in large-scale, impactful projects.
  • Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making processes.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do:
  • Serve as the primary risk SME for data-related risks across Personal Wealth.
  • Provide independent guidance and challenge regarding data governance, data quality, lineage, data management, and analytics controls.
  • Partner with product and technology leaders to identify emerging risks across the data supply chain and information ecosystem.
  • Advise teams on effective controls related to data integrity, accessibility, privacy, retention, and usage.
  • Evaluate risks associated with data modernization programs, cloud migration initiatives, data platforms, and analytics capabilities.
  • Collaborate with Enterprise Data Governance, Technology Risk, Cybersecurity, Privacy, and other enterprise partners to promote consistent risk practices.
  • Influence strategic decisions through expert consultation, facilitation, and data risk insights.
  • Participate in special projects and broader Personal Wealth Risk priorities as needed

What we're looking for (qualifications):
  • Minimum 8-10 years of related experience in data management, data governance, technology risk, analytics, operational risk, audit, or compliance.
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree is preferred, not required.
  • Experience supporting large-scale data programs, data platforms, analytics initiatives, or digital transformations.

Skills that help you succeed:
  • Ability to collaborate across functions and influence outcomes with clarity and respect.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex organizational environments.
  • Ability to translate complex data risks into practical business recommendations.
  • Experience supporting digital products, technology-enabled services, analytics organizations, or business transformation initiatives.

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

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