Nasdaq
Index Governance Data Leader
USA - Philadelphia - Pennsylvania, USA · Senior
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 56 days ago
AccessibilityProject ManagementLeadershipCommunicationPublic Speaking
About the role
- This position will be located in Philadelphia, PA and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.
- Come as You Are Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
- Own and evolve the data governance framework across the Index Data Lifecycle, ensuring clear accountability for data assets, processes, and controls across all contributing teams.
- Design and maintain executive-level governance reporting - including dashboards, summaries, and briefing materials - to provide clear visibility into data controls, issues, and remediation status for senior management and governing bodies.
- partner with stakeholders to develop and execute remediation plans with discipline and accountability.
- Lead data governance initiatives and change management efforts, ensuring process or control changes are assessed, approved, documented, and communicated with rigor.
- Support internal audits, regulatory inquiries, and external reviews by providing transparent documentation and clear evidence of data governance practices.
- Identify data risks, control gaps, and lifecycle dependencies; partner with stakeholders to develop and execute remediation plans with discipline and accountability.
Requirements
- 8-12+ years of experience in financial services, with significant exposure to data governance, data management, or data controls in complex production environments.
- Demonstrated ability to operate across multiple functions and influence stakeholders at all levels without direct authority.
- Proven track record of documenting and operationalizing governance frameworks, process controls, and accountability structures.
Nice to have
- Experience in index businesses, market data providers, or regulated financial benchmarks.
- Familiarity with regulatory and industry governance frameworks and their practical application in a financial services setting.
- Experience supporting audits, regulatory reviews, or formal control assessments.
- Demonstrated ability to balance strategic governance objectives with pragmatic, operational execution.
- Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer.
- We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.
- We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.
Skills
- Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities
- For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.
Compensation
- In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), benefits, and opportunity for growth.
Benefits
- In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), benefits, and opportunity for growth.
- Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.
- Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
- Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
- Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities
- Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
- Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
Company info
- Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
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