*US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

Senior Director, Data Governance and Strategy

New York, NY · Director

No sponsorship$200k-$250kDetected 5 days ago

Machine LearningComplianceLeadershipCommunication

About the role

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients.
As the leader of Data Stewardship, you will position that team as a strategic value-add function - upskilling capabilities for an AI-driven future and elevating stewardship from a compliance function to a competitive advantage.

Responsibilities

Define and maintain the common data model for core entities, serving as the authoritative standard for how key data assets are structured, related, and governed across the enterprise.
Own the Data Entity Resolution Rulebook end-to-end - building, governing, and continuously refining the rules by which entities are identified, matched, deduplicated, and reconciled across systems and business lines - emphasis on company, property, people & transaction entities.
Partner with business line stakeholders to problem-solve unique edge cases in entity resolution, ensuring governance frameworks are both principled and practical across JLL's diverse operating contexts.
Lead and manage the Data Stewardship organization, setting strategic direction that positions the team as a value-add function - moving beyond compliance into proactive data quality, literacy, and AI-readiness initiatives.
Drive an upskilling agenda within Data Stewardship, equipping the team with the capabilities needed to operate effectively in an AI-enabled data environment.
Lead and manage the Data Modeling organization, overseeing the integration of the common model into the Enterprise Data Platform (EDP) and modernizing modeling workflows and tooling.
Influence and align cross-functional senior leaders across technology, business, and product domains to drive adoption of governance standards and resolve competing priorities.
Partner with senior technology, privacy, and compliance leaders to ensure governance strategies anticipate emerging regulatory requirements and evolving data risks.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive experience in data governance, data management, enterprise data strategy, or a related discipline.
Proven experience owning or operating enterprise data platforms, with a strong understanding of data architecture, metadata management, and data quality principles.
Experience leading data stewardship or data modeling teams, with a track record of elevating team capabilities and positioning the function for strategic impact.
Track record of influencing senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders across multiple business domains, negotiating outcomes and driving governance adoption at scale.
Experience translating data strategy into measurable business outcomes, including operational efficiency, risk reduction, or platform modernization.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex data concepts clearly and persuasively to executive audiences.

Nice to have

Experience in commercial real estate, financial services, or other data-intensive industries with complex, multi-domain data environments.
Familiarity with data governance platforms and tooling (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Purview) and enterprise data platforms at scale.
Experience establishing governance frameworks for AI/ML data usage, including data lineage, bias mitigation, and responsible AI standards.
Knowledge of relevant regulatory and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and their intersection with enterprise data governance strategy.
Advanced degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
This position does not provide visa sponsorship.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Estimated compensation for this position:

Compensation

200,000.00 - 250,000.00 USD per year
This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ.
Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Accelerate the expansion of datasets under the common model, working with engineering, platform, and business teams to increase coverage and consistency at scale.

Company info

We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.
Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Visa & Work Authorization

This position does not provide visa sponsorship.

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