The Data Governance Lead Analyst plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing the Data Strategy, Data Risk and Control Framework, and Data Risk Taxonomy for the LATAM and NAM regions of the Issuer Services business.

The focus of this role may be on one or more of the following areas: identification and delivery of data requirements, implementation of data governance, data policy adoption and compliance, project management and reporting, data quality issue management, and data standardization

This role requires someone who is dynamic, flexible, and can easily respond to quickly changing needs. The candidate must have the ability to handle ambiguity and complexity and be able to deliver on multiple responsibilities. Strong communication and diplomacy skills are required to guide, influence, and convince others.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with multiple teams to implement Data Governance, Data Quality and Data Risk & Control frameworks

• Work with Product, Operations, and Technology partners to understand the LATAM/NAM data estate and define, prioritize and deliver objectives in line with the Issuer Services Data Strategy

• Management and analysis of data-related issues, tracking of ownership and target dates and associated metrics and reporting

• Support and coordinate with business lines and global functions on the enterprise Data Governance strategy rollout, including data use case execution, data domain operationalization, and Data Risk Taxonomy assessment

• Maintain transparency in program/project risks; escalate and manage risk to ensure the quality and timely completion of data initiatives

• Provide expertise on the Data Governance and/or Data Risk & Controls framework, including design, effectiveness, performance monitoring, and self-assessment processes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/University degree required, Master's degree a plus

• 6-10 years relevant experience in a Data Governance, Data Management, Data Strategy or related area within the financial services industry

• Working knowledge of data architecture, standards and modelling principles and tooling

• Ability to navigate tight deadlines or unexpected requirement changes, with the ability to anticipate and balance needs of multiple stakeholders

• Ability to communicate effectively to develop and deliver multi-mode communications and influence change/transformation across Product, Operations and Technology stakeholders

• Corporate Trust experience a plus

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish preferred

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Job Family Group:

Data Governance

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Job Family:

Data Governance Foundation

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Tampa Florida United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$60,800.00 - $263,760.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Most Relevant Skills

Constructive Debate, Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Internal Controls, Management Reporting, Policy and Procedure, Program Management, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Management.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Feb 20, 2026

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