At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have7
Financial Services industry experience
Good knowledge of data governance, data quality, data privacy, and/or risk management frameworks
Good understanding of how data supports business
Proven ability to engage and collaborate with stakeholders across diverse business functions
Good knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements relating to data governance, privacy, and quality
Excellent communication skills, able to translate complex data concepts for non-technical audiences
Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices
Nice to have3
Asset management industry experience
Experience working in global, cross-functional teams in a matrix-management environment
Strategic thinker with analytical rigor and a proactive approach to solving data challenges
Eligibility1
Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration sponsorship or otherwise serving as an employer of record for immigration employment purposes
Benefits
Pension plan
401(k) match
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement
Disability insurance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employee discounts
Career training
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Wellness program
Parental leave
Adoption assistance
Employee assistance program
Back up care
Volunteer PTO
Employee matching gifts
Job Description Summary
About the company
Aegon Asset Management (Aegon AM) is a leading global investor. Our 350+ investment professionals manage and advise on assets of US $446 billion for a global client base of pension plans, public funds, insurance companies, banks, wealth managers, family offices and foundations.
We organize our firm around four investment platforms: fixed income, real assets, equities and multi-asset & solutions, which includes a fiduciary and multi-manager business. Each investment platform has dedicated teams with deep asset-class expertise, organized globally and committed to maximizing client benefit from their specialist areas.
We are an international business: Our 1,130 employees work from 16 locations across Europe, the Americas and Asia. We share a common belief in fundamental, research-driven active management, underpinned by effective risk management and a commitment to responsible investment.
Position Overview:
The Data Officer plays a key role in improving how the organization manages, understands, and uses data. The role focuses primarily on data governance and data quality, with occasional support for data privacy activities. Working closely with business and technology teams, you will help establish clear ownership of data, improve data documentation and catalogue content, implement governance best practices, and drive improvements in data quality monitoring and issue resolution.
A significant part of the role involves working directly with stakeholders across the business to understand their challenges, explain the value of good data management, and help teams adopt practical governance and data quality processes. You will act as a bridge between business and technology teams, translating business needs into clear requirements and helping deliver solutions that improve confidence in data, support regulatory obligations, and enable better decision-making. The role requires strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence change and work independently.
Job Description
Legal
NOTE: Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration sponsorship or otherwise serving as an employer of record for immigration employment purposes. At this time, this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship.
Responsibilities:
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Develop and improve governance: Create and refine practical data governance policies, frameworks, and procedures that are easy to understand and implement.
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Promote ownership and stewardship: Clarify accountability for data assets, encouraging responsible management and trust in data across the organization.
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Engage with stakeholders: Build strong relationships across business functions to understand data needs, challenges, and opportunities, work hands-on to deliver real business value.
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Data Culture: Promote a data-driven culture through training, communication, and support to boost data literacy and awareness.
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Implement cataloguing and lineage: Drive the adoption of tools and practices that document, track, and make priority datasets easily discoverable, supporting transparency and compliance.
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Collaborate on data architecture: Partner with Data Engineering and Delivery teams to deliver foundational capabilities like data catalogues and lineage.
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Champion data quality: Set clear standards for data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. Work with teams to resolve data quality issues and embed useful controls that maintain quality.
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Manage privacy risks: Oversee the handling of personal and sensitive data, ensuring compliance with company policy and privacy regulations.
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Oversee compliance and risk: Monitor adherence to data regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), proactively identify risks, and act as a contact for audits and regulatory reviews.
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Measure and report performance: Track key metrics for data governance, regularly updating leadership on data quality, compliance, and value delivered.
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Support change management: Guide the adoption of new data policies, tools, and processes, ensuring smooth integration into business operations.
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Align with business strategy: Ensure data initiatives support business strategy, drive value, and enable innovation and efficiency.
Required Qualifications:
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Financial Services industry experience.
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Good knowledge of data governance, data quality, data privacy, and/or risk management frameworks.
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Good understanding of how data supports business.
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Proven ability to engage and collaborate with stakeholders across diverse business functions.
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Good knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements relating to data governance, privacy, and quality, integrating them into data initiatives for compliance and business value.
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Excellent communication skills, able to translate complex data concepts for non-technical audiences.
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Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Asset management industry experience.
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Experience working in global, cross-functional teams in a matrix-management environment, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
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Strategic thinker with analytical rigor and a proactive approach to solving data challenges.
Benefits
**Please note that the compensation information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to applicable pay transparency and compensation posting laws. It is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid in certain Company locations.**
The salary for this position generally ranges between $74,000 - $83,000 annually. This range is an estimate, based on potential qualifications and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.
Additionally, the position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.
For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.
Compensation Benefits:
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Competitive Pay
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Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package:
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Pension Plan
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401k Match
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Disability Insurance
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Medical Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Employee Discounts
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Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits:
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Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service
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Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays)
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Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
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Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child
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Adoption Assistance
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Employee Assistance Program
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College Coach Program
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Back-Up Care Program
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PTO for Volunteer Hours
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Employee Matching Gifts Program
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Employee Resource Groups
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Inclusion and Diversity Programs
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Employee Recognition Program
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Referral Bonus Programs
Job and compensation levels depend upon an applicant’s qualifications including the extent of candidate’s relevant experience and other job-related factors and will be determined by hiring supervisors/managers and HR.