Senior Manager - Data Governance

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POSITION TITLE
Senior Manager – Data Governance

POSITION LOCATION
This position is available to Virginia residents as Richmond or Lynchburg, VA Hybrid in-office applicants or remote applicants residing in states/locations under Eastern or Central Standard Time: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington DC, Vermont, West Virginia or Wisconsin.

YOUR ROLE
We are looking for a strategic and dynamic Senior Data Governance Leader to drive our governance initiatives forward with a strong focus on change management and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have a passion for guiding business teams through the adoption of data governance principles, fostering collaboration, and creating repeatable frameworks that support effective data management across the organization. You will have the opportunity to develop a strategic vision and roadmap for the organization’s data governance efforts, building a culture of data stewardship, ensuring data integrity, setting the direction for how data is managed, secured, and utilized while aligning with broader business objectives and driving long term value.
 

What you will be doing
• Develop and implement a comprehensive data governance framework that aligns with the Genworth’s business objectives and regulatory requirements, focusing on data quality, compliance, and privacy.
• Oversee and mentor an existing data governance team providing direction, setting clear goals, and fostering a collaborative environment. Ensure the team is equipped to implement governance standards effectively and drive continuous improvements in data quality and governance across the organization.
• Lead change management efforts to increase adoption of data governance policies and practices across business units. Develop training programs, communication plans, and engagement strategies to foster a culture of data stewardship.
• Build strong relationships with business leaders, data owners, and key stakeholders to drive commitment and support for data governance initiatives. Act as a trusted advisor, helping teams understand the value of data governance in achieving strategic goals.
• Enhance and maintain existing data governance policies, standards, and best practices to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and security. Oversee the creation of new & refinement of existing data dictionaries, data lineage documentation, data quality rules, and data stewardship roles.
• Expand utilization of processes for monitoring and improving data quality across systems. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and existing internal policies, managing audits and risk assessments as needed.
• Develop and oversee a data stewardship program that empowers business units to take ownership of their data assets, ensuring accountability and adh