GSC: Head of Data, Switzerland CIB

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As the Head of Data, Switzerland CIB, you will report directly to the Head of CIB and HBEU Data Management, playing a crucial role in overseeing the implementation of the Group Data Strategy, compliance with the Data Risk Policy and supporting frameworks and adherence to local regulatory data requirements. As a part of the wider CIB and HBEU data team, you will be required to raise the profile of data locally, highlighting its importance to the bank and our colleagues whilst encouraging everyone to focus on, and strengthen, data quality and develop their data skills and literacy.

Your responsibilities will include aligning local initiatives to a rigorous and consistent approach to manage and protect Data in line with associated risks. The ideal candidate will possess experience in working in data management related projects, strong communication skills and stakeholder management and effective decision making, influencing and problem‑solving skills.

• Develop the data strategy for CIB Switzerland (HBCH) with a strong focus on HSBC Data policies, supporting frameworks and local regulations e.g. FADP, Operational Resilience, BCBS 239, etc.
• Manage the implementation of HSBC data governance and quality guidelines, procedures, and methods, ensuring ongoing good practices in the management of data tools (e.g. Data Visa, Collibra, etc.), standards, frameworks and templates, including ensuring high data quality, consistency, accuracy and completeness across CIB Switzerland.
• Create and govern relationships between data elements across different systems.
• Manage and monitor operational risk in the field of data management.
• Work with COO/CRO/CFO/Legal regarding regulatory deliverables (alignment to policy, input into responses, driving work required outcomes) incl. EWRA exercise.
• Ensure clear and timely awareness and/or escalation of emerging risks and issues to local senior management and wider to CIB and HBEU data team, as required.
• Drive buy‑in and alignment to the Group Data Strategy locally, operating as the most senior data SME for CIB Switzerland and delivering data‑related training as required to ensure staff awareness of data literacy principles.
• Collaborate with and support business stakeholders to ensure data practices comply with regulations of the entity.
• Set up data‑ processes, procedures and controls, acting as local data control owner and completing required data risk assessments, overseeing risk appetite and driving closure of control gaps through continuous monitoring and resolution of KCIs / MSCIs / Audit Issues.

• Annual performance‑based bonus
• Additional bonuses for recognition awards
• One‑time reimbursement of home office set‑up (up to 800 PLN).
• Nursery and kindergarten discounts
• Financial support with trainings and education
• Flexible working hours

• Online behavioural test (for external candidates only)
• Telephone screen (for external candidates only)
• Job Interviews with the hiring manager

If your CV meets our criteria, you should expect the following steps in the recruitment process:

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