Sr. Data Analyst

Position Title

Sr. Data Analyst

Location

Hicksville, NY 11801

Job Summary

The Sr. Data Analyst provides advanced support for the Banks Enterprise Data Governance (EDG) Program's processes, policies and procedures pertaining to banks risk governance framework. Works closely with Head of First Line Data Governance on the implementation of an enterprise-wide data governance framework, including development and implementation of standards, policies and tools, data quality checks of required KDEs, data error management, and escalation. This position partners with counterpart Data Stewards within the Business Process Owner's (BPOs) line of business, Stakeholders, and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), to ensure consistent adoption, approach and adherence to the treatment of data across the Bank.
Pay Range: $73,626 - 95,714 - 117,801

Pay Range: Local Minimum Wage - $0.00 - $0.00

Job Responsibilities:

• Drives the implementation and enhancement of the Enterprise Data Governance Program, including policies, procedures, and tools. Proactively identifies and recommends improvements for data governance processes and departmental efficiency.
• Manages the data error management process, including identification, tracking, remediation, and root cause analysis in partnership with Data Owners and BPOs.
• Develops and maintains key data governance artifacts, including Key Data Elements, data lineage, data ownership, and the enterprise data glossary, utilizing tools such as Axon and EDC.
• Leads data-related working groups, preparing materials, facilitating meetings, and ensuring follow-up on action items.
• Assists in compiling the Data Quality Metrics Program, including the development of metrics and narratives for stakeholders.
• Provides mentorship and guidance to junior members of the data governance team.
• Collaborate with the Enterprise Data Quality Assurance Team and other stakeholders to validate data quality rules, investigate data risks, and ensure adherence to data governance standards.
• Work with process Stakeholders to prioritize Key Data Elements based on the impact to Financial, Regulatory, Operational and Board Reporting
• Establish enhanced process for Data Quality Certification based on Regulatory Requirements
• Works closely with designated Data Owners/Designees and key BPOs to review data errors and track remediation progress

ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Performs special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required.
• Where applicable and when performing the responsibilities of the job, employees are accountable to maintain Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and adhere to internal control policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

The minimum education and experience required complete each bullet point below. Items in this section must be objective, relevant, and clearly identifiable. Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered.

• Education level required: High School / High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, TASC) / Foreign Equivalent 
• Minimum experience required: 6+ Years of banking experience with 4+ of data governance related program experience
• 2+ years working with and having an understanding of Commercial Real Estate, Commercial and Industrial loans and/or other related financial loan originations
• Experience working with industry data governance tools, such as Axon, EDC and IDQ.

Preferred Qualifications:

Additional qualifications the hiring team would prefer an applicant to have.

• Education level preferred: Undergraduate Degree (4 years or equivalent)
• Data Governance and Steward Professional Certification preferred.
• Informatica AXON, IDQ, EDC Certification preferred.

Job Competencies:

List the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential functions of the job. These should be related to the requirements above, but may not be easily determined from a resume review (i.e. intermediate excel proficiency, strong financial acumen, detail oriented, etc.)

• Comprehensive understanding of commercial loans and the data/reporting needed to deliver data quality metric programs.
• Advanced knowledge of banking industry and banking systems, Fiserv Product Suite.
• Solid understanding of data and database architecture.
• Strong problem solving abilities.
• Advanced knowledge of corporate governance programs and risk practices.
• Excellent project management and coordination skills.
• Excellent facilitation, conflict resolution, presentation, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Professional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Computer literate with advanced proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet applications and bank operations systems.
• Ability to problem-solve complex issues to drive shared goals and outcomes across internal and external teams.
• Ability to develop and drive a vision and strategy with proven results in execution.
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative data to drive actionable insights and strategies.
• Ability to manage and coach assigned staff.
• Ability to adapt procedures, processes and techniques to meet more complex requirements of position.
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff and management.
• Strategic vision and program design.
• Deep regulatory fluency and governance alignment.
• Strong influencing and communication skills at executive and board levels.
• Analytical, forward-looking, and innovative mindset.
• Leadership and mentoring capability to develop fraud SMEs and analysts.
• Minimal travel requred
• Physical demands (ADA): No unusual physical exertion is involved.

Flagstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Flagstar provides teammates access to a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: Benefits | Flagstar Bank