Regulatory Data Governance Expert

We are looking for a Regulatory Data Governance Expert to support a Data Governance project for a leading banking client in Zurich
. The focus is on assessing the current setup (as-is) from a regulatory perspective and defining a compliant target state (to-be), including a regulatory gap analysis.

• Conduct a regulatory gap analysis (as-is vs. to-be) in the context of Data Governance
• Analyse and assess the existing Data Governance organisation, processes, roles, controls, and data management practices
• Map regulatory requirements to current processes, controls, and data flows
• Identify compliance gaps, including risk and impact assessments
• Derive concrete actions, recommendations, and prioritised measures to ensure regulatory compliance
• Define a regulatorily compliant target state (to-be) in close alignment with key stakeholders
• Support the preparation of decision papers and management-level documentation (e.g., Steering Committee materials)
• Act as a sparring partner for project management and the client on regulatory topics throughout the project lifecycle

• Proven experience with regulatory requirements in the banking sector (Switzerland/EU)
• Deep expertise in Data Governance, Data Management, and Regulatory Compliance
• Hands‑on experience conducting regulatory gap analyses and assessments
• Strong understanding of FINMA, EU, and international regulatory frameworks
• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements pragmatically and in an implementation‑oriented manner
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

• Experience in large‑scale transformation and/or Data Governance programmes
• Experience with BCBS 239 implementation projects
• Familiarity with standards and guidelines such as ISO 27001, NIST, and EBA Guidelines on ICT risks and outsourcing