Asst Dir-Data Governance

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are—with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it.

We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.

Employment eligibility to work in the U.S. is required, as Moody’s will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position

• 5+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or related roles.
• 2+ years of experience in project management
• Proficiency in data governance, project management, and experience in reporting tools (i.e. Databricks, Alteryx, Python, SQL, MS Fabric, Purview, Collibra, Jira etc.)
• Solid working knowledge of Salesforce.
• Proven experience in working in multi-functional team, data management, preferably within a commercial setting.
• Strong understanding of data integrity and change management processes.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with both business and technical teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Experience with industry-standard data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation, Purview) and project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet).
• Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands‑on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to implement AI‑powered solutions to solve business challenges. Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use.

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Data Management, Data Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or related field

The Assistant Director, Data Governance will be responsible for establishing data governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, compliance, and security standards are upheld. The role will involve coordinating strategic initiatives and is critical in driving data‑driven decision‑making while ensuring projects align with business objectives and deliver value.

• Define, implement, and maintain data governance policies, standards, and best practices to ensure data consistency, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with data stewards and business units to establish clear data ownership, accountability, and workflows for data quality improvement.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of a Business Intelligence data catalog, ensuring proper documentation of data lineage, definitions, and classifications.
• Develop and track data governance KPIs (e.g., data quality scores, policy compliance rates) and present findings to senior leadership.
• Conduct training sessions to foster a culture of data responsibility.
• Oversee the Business Intelligence projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, resource optimization, and timely delivery.
• Establish project governance frameworks, monitor project risks, and provide regular updates to executive stakeholders.
• Facilitate collaboration between teams, ensuring that interdependencies are managed and project objectives are achieved.
• Manage resource allocation across projects, identifying gaps and coordinating solutions to optimize efficiency.

The MA Business Intelligence Team is dedicated to supporting data‑driven decision‑making across…