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Director, Data GovernanceGeode Capital Management • Boston, MA, United States
Director, Data Governance

Director, Data Governance

Geode Capital Management • Boston, MA, United States
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The Portfolio Performance & Analytics team at Geode Capital Management, LLC is seeking a talented and driven Director, Data Governance . Our Portfolio & Analytics team delivers a broad range of services supporting Geode's investment professionals and shareholders across multiple asset classes. The group is comprised of three functions : Portfolio Performance & Attribution, Quantitative Research, and Business Intelligence & Reporting.

The Director of Data Governance within the Portfolio Performance & Analytics team is responsible for establishing and leading a comprehensive data governance framework. This includes ensuring data is consistently labeled, clean, secure, accessible, and effectively utilized across the organization. The role defines and enforces policies, standards, and responsibilities that uphold data quality and integrity, enabling operational excellence, insightful analytics, and impactful reporting. Collaboration with senior leadership ensures alignment of data governance initiatives with Geode's strategic objectives, positioning data as a trusted and valuable asset. This role reports to the Head of Portfolio Performance & Analytics.

This role is based out of our office in Boston, Massachusetts and is required to follow the firm's current hybrid work schedule : Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in-office, with the option to work Monday and Friday remote from home.

Responsibilities :

  • Establish and optimize data processes that are consistent, concise, modeled, and integrated across systems and teams
  • Create and maintain data standards to ensure data is secure, accessible, interoperable, and effectively disseminated
  • Lead data stewardship and ownership initiatives, ensuring clear accountability and responsibility for data assets
  • Support regulatory compliance, risk management, and audit readiness through strong data governance practices
  • Promote a data-driven culture by enabling high-quality data for operational excellence, business insights, and decision-making
  • Provide thought leadership and stay current on industry best practices in data governance and data management

Skills You Bring :

  • 8-10 years of experience in data governance, data management, or a related field within the Asset Management or Financial Services industry
  • Proven track record of implementing enterprise-wide data governance frameworks and driving data quality improvements
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams to align data governance with business and technology strategies
  • Data Governance Platforms : Expertise in tools such as Collibra, Informatica Axon, Alation, or Atacama for managing data catalogs, lineage, stewardship, and policy enforcement
  • Data Quality & Profiling : Experience with data quality assessment tools (e.g., Talend, Trillium, Informatica Data Quality) to monitor, cleanse, and standardize data
  • Metadata Management : Strong understanding of metadata frameworks and tools to ensure data traceability and transparency
  • Data Architecture : Familiarity with enterprise data architecture, including data lakes, data warehouses, and data mesh principles
  • Cloud Platforms : Proficiency in cloud-based data ecosystems such as AWS (Glue, Redshift, Lake Formation), Azure (Purview, Synapse), or Google Cloud (BigQuery, Data Catalog)
  • Data Security & Privacy : Knowledge of data encryption, access controls, data masking, and compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other data privacy regulations
  • Programming & Query Languages : Proficiency in SQL, Python, and R for data manipulation, validation, and automation
  • Data Visualization & Reporting : Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or Looker to create dashboards that monitor data quality and governance KPIs
  • Workflow & Automation Tools : Familiarity with Apache Airflow, Alteryx, or DataOps platforms for orchestrating data governance workflows
  • Master Data Management (MDM) : Understanding of MDM principles and tools to ensure consistency and accuracy of key business entities.
  • Strategic thinker with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization
  • Passion for data quality, integrity, and enabling data-driven decision-making
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to translate complex data governance concepts into business-friendly language
  • Skilled in stakeholder engagement, meeting facilitation, and cross-functional collaboration
  • A motivated team player who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Company Overview :

    Founded in 2001, Geode is headquartered in Boston's financial district, the center of one of the world's most vibrant finance and technology hubs and employs approximately 200 employees.

    Geode is an institutional asset manager providing core beta exposures across a range of equity and niche asset classes, with over $1.5 trillion. With a robust infrastructure and experienced investment professionals, Geode offers the scale of a large asset management firm with the benefits of a smaller organization.

    Our compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain top talent. We are committed to ensuring that compensation reflects the value our employees bring to Geode. Employees at all levels are eligible to receive a combination of base salary, variable compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. Compensation decisions are informed by a range of factors including role, experience, education, and skillset.

    Our benefits program is designed to support employees both professionally and personally, offering comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) matching, annual profit sharing, paid family leave, and generous time off. We also provide tuition and certification reimbursement, student loan support, fitness and commuter reimbursements, charitable donation matching, family care assistance, and adoption and surrogacy support. Hybrid work arrangements and a culture that encourages community engagement through volunteer opportunities and employee events further enhance the employee experience at Geode.

    Geode is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and support a diversified work environment. Learn more about Geode at www.geodecapital.com / careers.

    Pay Range : $170,000 - $200,000 per year

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