Data Governance Analyst

As part of our ongoing effort to improve the accuracy, consistency, and trustworthiness of information assets, we are establishing a formal Data Governance capability. We are looking for a motivated and skilled Data Governance Analyst to implement and embed data governance practices across the organization.

You will join the IT Compliance team located in Wiener Neustadt (Austria) and work closely with business and IT functions to ensure that AvaFin’s data is accurate, consistent, and well controlled.

This is a governance and coordination role requiring strong process, communication and compliance experience.

Our IT Department, which is based in Wiener Neustadt, is part of an international Fintech company which provides short and long-term consumer loans in 5 countries within and outside of Europe. With our own platform and websites, we provide an entirely digital lending process so we can guarantee a cashflow to the consumer within only a couple of minutes.​​

• Job title description:

  • Contribute to the establishment of data governance policies, processes, standards, and controls

  • Drive implementation of procedures and controls related to the defined policies, processes, and standards across the organization

  • Be the key liaison for data governance control

  • Educate and provide guidance and support to stakeholders on their responsibilities regarding data governance

  • Facilitate collaboration and cooperation with stakeholders to achieve data governance objectives

  • Collaborate with IT Compliance Team Lead to plan and deliver specific projects, initiatives or pilots

  Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 years of experience or academic background in data management, governance, or related analytics/ compliance area

  • Knowledge of DAMA-DMBOK principles

  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements, such as RDARR and GDPR

  • Basic experience with a data governance or metadata tools (Collibra experience is an advantage)

  • Experience in stakeholder management at all levels

  • Strong writing, organizational and problem solving skills

  • Knowledge of data and analytics within the finance or banking industry will be considered advantage

  • Fluency in English (communication with an international team)​​

  We offer:

  • Remote work - up to 100% remote, or hybrid, if possible, up to you

  • Flexible working hours - only need to cover core working hours with the team

  • 34 hours working week - have more time for you and your hobbies at a competitive full time salary

  • Strong growth and learning opportunities - badge system