Senior Associate, Data Governance
At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.
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We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Associate, Data Governance to join our Records Management team. This role is located in Pittsburgh, PA.
In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:
- Supporting the delivery of enterprise records management and information governance programs across global business teams.
- Helping maintain and enhance governance frameworks, policies, standards, and procedures that promote effective records and information management.
- Collaborating with partners across business, technology, legal, compliance, and operations to implement solutions and resolve operational challenges.
- Monitoring program activities, dependencies, risks, and issues to help ensure successful execution and timely delivery.
- Supporting regulatory, audit, and compliance activities through control execution, documentation, and evidence management.
- Preparing management reporting, process documentation, and stakeholder communications to provide transparency and drive informed decision-making.
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes, enhance user experience, and strengthen operational effectiveness.
- Assisting with the implementation of new capabilities, process changes, and governance initiatives across the enterprise.
To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Data Management, Information Systems, Finance, Business, Engineering or a related field
- Professional certification in data management or governance (e.g., DAMA, DCAM) beneficial but not required
- 2 – 5 years of experience.
- Experience supporting governance, risk, compliance, operational, or information management activities within a corporate environment.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly to diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams and build effective working relationships.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience creating business documentation, presentations, and reporting materials.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting enterprise-wide governance programs or large-scale operational initiatives.
- Familiarity with regulatory, legal, or compliance requirements related to information and records management.
- Experience working with records management, workflow, content management, archival, or similar platforms.
- Knowledge of control frameworks, audit support, and issue remediation processes.
- Experience in financial services or another highly regulated industry.
At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at:
BNY Newsroom
BNY LinkedIn
Here’s a few of our recent awards:
- America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
- World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
- “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025
Our Benefits and Rewards:
BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.
BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
About the Team
At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at BNY Newsroom & BNY LinkedIn
Here’s a few of our recent awards:
- America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
- World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
- “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025
Our Benefits and Rewards:
BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.
BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The expected base salary for this position when employment commences can be found in the Job Info section at the bottom of the posting.
Base salary offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is only part of the total rewards package, which may include eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents. Eligible employees also may receive other benefits (including various paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
If hired, the employee will be in an “at will” position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payments or compensation programs) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in Data Management, Information Systems, Finance, Business, Engineering, or a related field
- Professional certification in data management or governance, such as DAMA or DCAM
- 2–5 years of professional experience
- Experience supporting governance, risk, compliance, operational, or information management activities in a corporate environment
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting information clearly to diverse stakeholders
- Ability to collaborate across teams and build effective working relationships
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience creating business documentation, presentations, and reporting materials
- Experience supporting enterprise-wide governance programs or large-scale operational initiatives
- Familiarity with regulatory, legal, or compliance requirements related to information and records management
- Experience with records management, workflow, content management, archival, or similar platforms
- Knowledge of control frameworks, audit support, and issue remediation processes
- Experience in financial services or another highly regulated industry
BNY Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about BNY and has not been reviewed or approved by BNY.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes comprehensive options with a $0‑premium plan for eligible lower earners, expanded mental‑health support with personalized therapy, and strong income protection through short‑ and long‑term disability. These features have been recently enhanced and are paired with dental and vision coverage.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave provides 16 weeks of fully paid time for all parents, with added support such as adoption assistance. This breadth offers strong coverage for major family events.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program includes a company match and Roth options to support long‑term savings. Additional financial programs like tuition assistance and savings vehicles complement retirement readiness.
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What We Do
We help make money work for the world — managing it, moving it and keeping it safe. As a leading global financial services company at the center of the world’s financial system, we touch nearly 20% of the world’s investable assets. Today we help over 90% of Fortune 100 companies and nearly all the top 100 banks globally access the money they need. For 240 years we have partnered alongside our clients to create solutions that benefit businesses, communities and people everywhere.
