Governance analyst

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Lyondell Basell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary Mo Re Tec  recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare.

LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

The HR Data Security Governance Analyst supports the Enterprise Data Steward – Employee in executing and documenting HR data governance, system security, and data privacy initiatives. This role is responsible for processing HR security requests, maintaining detailed process documentation, supporting data privacy projects, and collaborating with the HRMS & Analytics teams. The analyst plays a key role in operationalizing governance frameworks, ensuring compliance, and driving consistency across HR data processes.

• Process HR system security requests (e.g., access provisioning, role changes) using LYB approved methods: GRC, IT Service Tickets
• Assist the Enterprise Data Steward – Employee in developing and updating security policies and procedures.
• Ensure system access controls alignment across P&C data systems – including but not limited to Success Factors, SAP, Qualtrics, SharePoint, HR Data Lake, Service Now, Open Text, Navex, Avature, Orgvue
• Document security configurations, access control procedures, and change histories.
• Support internal and external security access and data privacy audits by compiling evidence and maintaining audit-ready documentation.
• Support biannual User Acceptance Reviews for Success Factors, SAP, and Fiori systems.

• Support data privacy assessments and documentation efforts (e.g., GDPR compliance).
• Document root cause analyses and corrective actions for data inconsistencies.
• Maintain records of data privacy reviews, remediation actions, and related documentation.
• Assist in documenting data handling procedures and privacy-related workflows.
• Collaborate with HR4HR Business Partner, internal controls, and audit teams to ensure alignment with compliance standards.
• Help prepare documentation for privacy-related training and awareness initiatives.

• Support the Enterprise Data Steward – Employee in implementing HR data governance policies, standards, and procedures.
• Assist in preparing governance documentation, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Document governance workflows, RACI matrices, and decision-making frameworks.
• Track and report progress on governance initiatives and provide documentation support for governance projects.
• Maintain version-controlled repositories of governance documentation and updates.

• Own the creation and maintenance of SOPs, process maps, and documentation repositories across all areas.
• Ensure all governance and security processes are clearly documented and version-controlled.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and assist in implementing changes.
• Support training efforts by preparing documentation, reference materials, and process guides.
• Assist in documenting lessons learned and best practices from governance and system projects.
• Participate in testing and documentation of Success Factors enhancements as they relate to security role impacts.

• Prefer 3-5 years of experience in HR operations, HR systems, or data governance.
• Familiarity with Success Factors, SAP ECC, or similar HR platforms.
• Understanding of data privacy principles and HR data handling practices.
• Strong…