Senior Director - Data Stewardship

Overview

As the Senior Director of Data Stewardship, you'll be at the forefront of our data transformation, leading efforts to develop and deploy a data stewardship program across First Citizens Bank. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who excels at cross-functional collaboration, has deep experience with data governance, and thrives on building programs from the ground up. This is a highly visible position that will interact with senior leadership across the enterprise, so the ability to influence and build relationships is critical.

Responsibilities

🔹 Strategic Partnerships - Build and maintain influential relationships with management, external auditors, and regulators. Serve on key committees and act as a trusted advisor on data governance.
🔹 Enterprise Data Management - Ensure alignment with our destination data strategy. Identify gaps, drive strategic initiatives, and influence senior leaders to adopt best-in-class data practices.
🔹 Data Governance Leadership - Own the Data Governance Standard, chair the Enterprise Data Council, and lead regulatory audit activities. Build a robust governance framework with effective tools, resources, and diagnostics.
🔹 Team Leadership & Development - Recruit, train, and mentor a high-impact team. Drive leadership development, succession planning, and career growth for the Data Management & Governance function.

• Bachelor's Degree + 12 years in Financial Services, Enterprise Risk Management, or Data Management (OR) High School Diploma/GED + 16 years in relevant experience.
• Advanced Degree preferred.

• Deep expertise in risk management principles, regulatory compliance, and data governance best practices.
• Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of banking, lending, financial analysis, and credit products.
• Ability to influence C-suite leaders and drive enterprise-wide data initiatives.