Business
Head of Data Governance Unit
- Tallinn
- Tartu
Join us in building the best everyday bank
Our goal is to build the best bank in Estonia, and why not also the best in the world. This requires the use of new technologies in developing daily services on a fresh banking platform. If you believe you have what it takes and want to be part of this unique opportunity, come and let's create the future of everyday banking together!
Today, we are the Estonian bank with the widest international presence, 100% owned by Estonian stakeholders. We operate in nine markets. Now, we want to take the next step and start offering daily payment services to our clients because we believe we can provide better conditions than those currently available on the market.
As a Head of Data Governance Unit
You will be responsible for defining, implementing, and continuously improving the bank’s data governance framework. You will ensure that data across the organization is well governed, trusted, and compliant with regulatory and internal requirements.
How do you create value?
- Define and lead the bank’s data governance strategy and framework, ensuring clear ownership, governance processes, and accountability across the organisation
- Set and enforce data standards, including data quality, data lifecycle, metadata, lineage, and classification
- Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements (e.g. EBA Guidelines, GDPR, internal policies)
- Oversee data quality management, controls, and issue remediation processes
- Collaborate with business, risk, compliance, IT, and data teams to embed governance into day-to-day processes
- Lead and develop the Data Governance Unit, setting priorities and building governance capabilities
- Drive continuous improvement of governance processes, tooling, and reporting
Our expectations for you
- Proven experience in data governance within banking or a regulated environment
- Strong understanding of regulatory expectations related to data management and data quality
- Experience defining data ownership models, governance frameworks, and standards
- Bachelor’s degree required, majoring in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Analysis, or Information Technology preferred
- Strong background in process management and optimization
- You have advanced data analysis skills, including good level SQL
- Well-developed communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills
- You have good verbal and written communication skills in Estonian and English
HOW TO JOIN What is our recruitment process like?
If you want to be part of the team shaping the future of everyday banking, these steps will give you an overview of our recruitment journey. Depending on the location or specific job position, the process may vary.