Director, Data Governance

About us: LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services – and our open-access model – we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity. LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in over 60 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific.Our people:People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential. We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder – which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning over 60 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers.Role PurposeThis role leads the transformation and operational excellence of data governance and reporting across the People Function. It is responsible for shaping and delivering the strategy for people data governance, implementing enterprise-grade analytics platforms, and embedding scalable master data management (MDM) practices with the creation of a new MDM team and is overall owner of the collection, storage, quality, modelling and provisioning of all People data. The role will ultimately enable ethical, compliant, and high-quality data usage to enable actionable insights and workforce decision-making.Key Responsibilities1. Data Governance LeadershipTransform and lead the People Data Governance strategy, including policy, standards, data quality, access, and compliance frameworks.Co-Chair the cross-functional Project & Data Governance Council and represent the People Function in enterprise governance forums.Embed governance practices across the data lifecycle—from collection to disposal—with a focus on privacy, ethics, and regulatory alignment (GDPR, CSRD, DPDP).Oversee metadata management, business glossary adoption, and conformance tracking using platforms like Collibra and Purview.2. Reporting & Analytics TransformationLead the transformation of People reporting, partnering with our People Engineering team to reduce and simplify our Workday reporting cataloguePartner with our BI team, and People Engineering to lead on the implementation of a newly selected People Analytics platform.Define and deliver a roadmap for collection and storage of all people data, and enable provisioning of data products coordinated into the flow of work.Manage the reporting team, ensuring delivery of timely, accurate, and actionable insights for internal and external stakeholders.Partner with Finance, People, and Engineering team to align reporting outputs with business needs and regulatory requirements.3. Master Data Management (MDM)Design and implement a robust MDM framework for People data, including ownership models, stewardship roles, and data quality controls.Oversee the creation and maintenance of unified data catalogues and authoritative data sources.Drive continuous improvement in data quality through audits, automation, and stakeholder engagement.Partner with People Services and Solutions team on the design and implementation of a People Data MDM team.4. Strategic Programme LeadershipLead cross-functional initiatives such as Data Entitlements & Access Controls, Workforce Intelligence Hub, and Reporting Transformation Steering Committees.Monitor and mitigate risks across high-impact data projects, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and technical governance.Represent the People Function in external advisory engagements and vendor partnerships.Skills and ExperienceProven leadership in data governance, reporting, and analytics within a sophisticated, global organisation.Deep understanding of HR data, systems (e.g., Workday), and reporting platforms.Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across HR, Finance, Technology, and external vendors.Experience with data governance tools (Collibra, Purview), metadata management, and policy conformance tracking.Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (GDPR, CSRD, DPDP) and ethical data use.Good communication and change leadership capabilities.Preferred QualificationsCertification in DCAM or equivalent data governance frameworks.Experience in Lean Operations, process re-engineering, or operational excellence.Background in People Analytics, Data Science, or Business Intelligence is a plus.Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. 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