Regulatory Data Governance Expert m/f/d, Zürich We are looking for a
Regulatory Data Governance Expert to support a Data Governance project for a leading banking client in
Zurich. The focus is on assessing the current setup (as-is) from a regulatory perspective and defining a compliant target state (to-be), including a regulatory gap analysis.
Your Tasks: - Conduct a regulatory gap analysis (as-is vs. to-be) in the context of Data Governance
- Analyse and assess the existing Data Governance organisation, processes, roles, controls, and data management practices
- Map regulatory requirements to current processes, controls, and data flows
- Identify compliance gaps, including risk and impact assessments
- Derive concrete actions, recommendations, and prioritised measures to ensure regulatory compliance
- Define a regulatorily compliant target state (to-be) in close alignment with key stakeholders
- Support the preparation of decision papers and management-level documentation (e.g., Steering Committee materials)
- Act as a sparring partner for project management and the client on regulatory topics throughout the project lifecycle
Your profile: - Proven experience with regulatory requirements in the banking sector (Switzerland/EU)
- Deep expertise in Data Governance, Data Management, and Regulatory Compliance
- Hands-on experience conducting regulatory gap analyses and assessments
- Strong understanding of FINMA, EU, and international regulatory frameworks
- Ability to interpret regulatory requirements pragmatically and in an implementation-oriented manner
- Fluent in English (spoken and written)
Nice to have: - Experience in large-scale transformation and/or Data Governance programmes
- Experience with BCBS 239 implementation projects
- Familiarity with standards and guidelines such as ISO 27001, NIST, and EBA Guidelines on ICT risks and outsourcing
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