Senior Analyst, Data Governance

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Analyst to join a recently established Data Governance program within the Risk Management function of a leading global real estate investment organization. You will improve data quality, processes and technology while gaining exposure to the investment lifecycle and senior stakeholders globally.

Client Details

Our client is a leading global investment organization with a significant presence across real estate and alternative investments. The business operates in a sophisticated, fast-paced environment where high-quality data and technology are critical to investment decision-making and the continued development of its data intelligence capabilities.

Description

As Senior Analyst, Data Governance, you will play an execution-focused role within a growing Data Governance program, helping create a high-quality and trusted source of fundamental business data.

Key responsibilities include:

* Manage day-to-day Data Governance program operations, including defect and enhancement logs, support calls and issue resolution.

* Validate data against source systems to identify discrepancies and improve overall data quality.

* Translate business needs into structured requirements and lead discovery sessions with key stakeholders.

* Document current and future-state workflows and identify opportunities for AI and automation.

* Design and execute end-to-end testing for system enhancements, data updates and reporting outputs, including Power BI dashboards.

* Investigate master data issues through root cause analysis, data lineage and detailed diagnostics.

* Maintain core governance documentation, including data definitions, field structures and business requirements.

* Develop subject matter expertise across key technology platforms, including Dealpath, Reltio, Snowflake and Power BI.

* Recommend process and technology improvements to enhance data quality and reliability across the organization.

Profile

The successful candidate will have:

* An undergraduate degree.

* 2-5 years of experience within business analysis, data or consulting.

* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to break down complex issues into structured solutions.

* Excellent attention to detail and strong pattern-recognition skills.

* The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines within a fast-paced environment.

* Strong written and verbal communication skills and confidence working with global stakeholders.

* Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint and Teams, with the ability to quickly learn new technology.

* Experience with Snowflake, Power BI, data governance, data quality or process improvement would be highly advantageous.

* Exposure to real estate, private equity or asset management is beneficial but not essential.

* This position is based in downtown Manhattan and requires candidates to be in the office five days per week. This is not a hybrid role.

Job Offer

Permanent position.

* $115,000 base salary.

* 10-15% annual bonus.

* Opportunity to join a newly established Data Governance program with significant visibility across the organization.

* Exposure to the global real estate investment process and full deal lifecycle.

* Hands-on involvement across technology, data quality, automation and future AI/data intelligence initiatives.

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