Data Governance

Work Location: NJ Work Mode : Hybrid (3 days onsite) Pay Range :$100K-$130K /Yr Base + Annual Bonus The posted range is the hiring range for this role — a subset of the broader range available to employees over time — and reflects base salary across our national hiring scale. Final offers are based on several factors, including the candidate's skills and experience, internal pay equity, work location, market conditions for the role, and the specific scope and responsibilities of the position. The top of the range is reserved for candidates who notably exceed the requirements; the lower end applies to those with less experience or fewer preferred qualifications. For positions based in higher-cost zones (e.g., California, New York, New Jersey), actual compensation may exceed the posted range; your recruiter will share specifics during the process For more information on benefits and what we offer please visit us at https://www.exlservice.com/us-careers-and-benefits Job Overview: As a Data Governance Specialist, you will support our insurance client's actuarial department by managing and overseeing the data assets. Your primary responsibilities will include cataloging data using Alation, creating and maintaining master data mappings in Excel, and ensuring that our data governance practices comply with both industry standards and regulatory requirements. Data Cataloging: Utilize IDMC to effectively catalog data assets, ensuring robust metadata management and enhancing data discoverability across the organization. Data Classification: Support with necessary data classification (manual or automated) around sensitive, critical, confidential data Master Data Management: Develop, validate, and maintain detailed mappings and schemas in Excel to manage master data critical for analysis and reporting. Data Quality Assurance: Regularly audit and refine data quality, collaborating with IT, Data Owners, Data Stewards, and other stakeholders to rectify discrepancies and maintain high data integrity. Policy Implementation and Compliance: Adhere to and enforce strict data management practices that comply with industry regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, or specific insurance regulatory standards. Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise between data users, technical teams, and business leaders to align data accessibility with the strategic needs of the actuarial department. Educational Workshops and Support: Conduct training sessions and provide ongoing support for Alation and Excel-related data governance practices. Project Leadership: Manage and execute data governance projects, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives and timely completion. Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Actuarial Science, or a related field. 6+ years of experience in data governance or a similar role within the insurance industry. Expertise in using IDMC for data glossary, data lineage, data cataloging and advanced proficiency in Excel. Familiarity with insurance data standards and the regulatory environment is a plus Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills. Effective communication and interpersonal abilities, with experience working in consultancy and client-facing roles