Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
Job DescriptionThe Metadata Specialist is responsible for maintaining, enhancing, and governing enterprise metadata to support data discovery, lineage, governance, and analytics across the bank. The role ensures accurate and standardised metadata to enable trusted data usage, regulatory compliance, and improved data quality. Support the execution of Metadata strategies in line with Enterprise Metadata policies and frameworks to ensure data has context, is easily accessible, and there is high-quality and integrated metadata.
- Maintain enterprise metadata standards, definitions, and business glossaries.
- Ensure compliance with data governance policies and regulatory requirements.
- Create, update, and maintain metadata within enterprise data catalog tools (e.g., Azure Purview / Microsoft Purview).
- Support automated and manual metadata ingestion processes.
- Document system, technical, and business metadata for structured and unstructured data assets.
- Ensure that metadata updates are in line with the governance processes defined by the owners / stewards of the data. Gives input into possible data element governance violations in order that the appropriate governance structure is advised.
- Support the adoption of AI-powered tools to automate metadata capture, classification, and enrichment, reducing manual effort and improving accuracy. Contribute to the development of sematic models, ontologies and knowledge graphs to enable advanced data discovery, lineage tracking and AI explainability.
- Develop and maintain end‑to‑end data lineage for critical data flows.
- Apply data classification rules based on sensitivity, privacy, and regulatory requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in information management, Computer Science, Data Science, Library Science, or related fields.
- Professional certifications in Data Governance, i.e. Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Information Management Professional (CIMP) or related Data Management, or Azure Purview can be an advantage.
Experience:
- 3–6+ years of experience in Metadata Management, Data Governance, or Data Management roles.
- Experience with metadata catalog tools (e.g., Microsoft Purview, Collibra, Informatica).
- Familiarity with data lineage, business glossary development, and data quality management.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Adopting Practical Approaches
- Articulating Information
- Challenging Ideas
- Developing Expertise
- Documenting Facts
- Embracing Change
- Interpreting Data
- Managing Tasks
Technical Competencies:
- Big Data Frameworks and Tools
- Data Engineering
- Data Integrity
- IT Knowledge
- Stakeholder Management (IT)
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in information management, Computer Science, Data Science, Library Science, or a related field
- 3-6+ years of experience in Metadata Management, Data Governance, or Data Management roles
- Experience with metadata catalog tools such as Microsoft Purview, Collibra, or Informatica
- Familiarity with data lineage, business glossary development, and data quality management
- Professional certification in Data Governance or Data Management, such as CDMP or CIMP
- Azure Purview certification
Standard Bank Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave options span vacation, study, parental, compassionate/family responsibility, sick/short‑term incapacity, sabbatical, recognition and optional unpaid leave, subject to country practices. This breadth provides flexibility to manage family, study, health, and rest needs.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Formal remuneration materials emphasize equal pay for work of equal value, structured market alignment, and pay‑equity analyses alongside clawback/forfeiture provisions. This governance signals predictable, fairness‑oriented pay practices.
Standard Bank Group Insights
What We Do
As a brand with a legacy of 161 years in Africa, we have a deep understanding and belief in the boundless opportunities that this continent presents. Our vision extends beyond mere geography; it encompasses a profound recognition of the potential for growth that resonates within our people, customers, entrepreneurs, and all who share our unwavering commitment and passion for investing in Africa. With a presence in 20 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, we have cultivated a diverse community of the most skilled, innovative, and creative minds in the industry. Our purpose is to drive Africa's growth, acting as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable economic development in the regions we serve. We strive to improve the lives of our fellow Africans by conducting business in an ethical and responsible manner. As a trusted partner, we consistently set higher standards and aspire to become better with each endeavour. We are more than just a banking institution; we are a driving force behind Africa's growth. Join us on this transformative journey. Together, we have the collective power to propel Africa into the future, making tangible progress for all who proudly call Africa home.
