Data Governance Lead - 12-15 months FTC

About us  

At Davy, it’s the unique talents of all our people that have been the foundations of our success for almost 100 years. As we continue to grow, so do you. Because you are not just part of our team – you are a key player in shaping our future.    

At Davy, you are the difference.     

Established in 1926, the Davy Group sits at the heart of wealth and capital in Ireland, providing a broad range of services to high-net-worth individuals, self-directed investors, small-to-medium enterprises, credit unions, corporations, and domestic & international institutional investors.   

Our culture is shaped around three values, which are at the heart of everything we do: client success, one Davy, and building a proud legacy. Sharing the same goals, we work together to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients. As part of a team of over 900, you will be encouraged to learn and to grow, both professionally and personally. 

About the role  

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Data Governance Lead within Data &Analytics at Davy.

This role is ideal for a motivated and adaptable self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can deliver work to tight deadlines. The successful candidate will be a strong team player who can also take ownership of individual tasks and contribute to the organisation’s data governance objectives.

This position plays a key role in strengthening data quality, regulatory compliance, and data controls across the organisation. You will help ensure that data supporting reporting, risk management, and customer processes is accurate, secure, and governed to industry standards.

In the role, the successful candidate will: 

• Assist with the implementation of data governance policies to ensure compliance to regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with all areas of the organisation to develop and implement practical solutions and drive data governance best practices.
• Lead data quality initiatives for key datasets (risk, finance, customer, product)
• Capture data lineage and documentation for critical reporting
• Support the business glossary, critical data element definitions, and data catalogue processes
• Participate in projects and deliver ad hoc tasks as required.

About you

We are looking for somebody who has the following background and skills: 

• 5+ years data governance experience, ideally in a financial services environment
• Strong understanding of data governance, controls, and regulatory requirements  (e.g., BCBS 239, the GDPR, EU AI Act)
• A high degree of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Visio, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with data and data governance tools is an advantage, e.g. SQL. Snowflake, Power BI, Informatica, OneTrust, Purview.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple deliverables and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to deliver complex information clearly and professionally.
• Proactive and collaborative approach, with confidence to build relationships and engage stakeholders across the organisation.

What we offer  

At Davy, our people are our biggest investment. In today’s fast-moving world, we know it’s important to feel secure and empowered. That’s why Davy benefits support you through all of life’s stages, offering health and wellness, flexible working options, flexible benefits allowance, learning and development opportunities, through to assisted retirement planning. 

Health and Wellbeing  

Psychological safety, emotional wellbeing and support are a priority at Davy. We offer a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and mental health first aid. Our Sports & Social teams promote physical wellbeing and social connection.  

Reward and Recognition  

We offer a competitive remuneration package to include salary, bonus, pension and a host of additional benefits to protect you and your family when it matters most.  

Growth and Development  

Our award-winning L&D function supports you and your growth at Davy. We offer a comprehensive range of professional and personal development opportunities. Our culture supports learning, and we encourage you to explore more at Davy.  

Positive Workplace  

Our workplace is inclusive, diverse, and offers everyone a sense of belonging. We are flexible and continue to support a hybrid working model. You will get to be your best at Davy.  

Values and Culture  

Exceptional client outcomes delivered by a world class team, underpinned by our core Davy values – One Team, Client Success, and Proud Legacy.   

Important Information 

Davy is an equal opportunities employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We value diversity in both background and experience, and even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. We review all applications received. As part of our commitment to creating an accessible environment, we want to ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in the interview process. If you require any reasonable accommodations, please let us know, and we will do our best to make the necessary arrangements.   

Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate's eligibility to work in Ireland. 

Where agency assistance is required, our Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to us by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role. 

Davy Group is a member of the Bank of Ireland Group.