Data Governance Specialist (80-100%)

About the role

Data is one of Swiss Re’s most valuable assets - powering our business decisions, driving innovation, and enabling us to lead in the global re/insurance industry. Within our Group Data Services organisation, we are committed to building and sustaining strong data governance practices that ensure our data is trusted, compliant, and strategically leveraged.

We’re looking for a motivated junior professional who combines an interest in Data Governance with strong organisational and project coordination skills. In this role, you will help strengthen our Group Data Governance Framework while supporting and coordinating initiatives that drive its implementation across Swiss Re. Working with stakeholders across the organisation, you will contribute to improving governance practices, tracking progress, and turning plans into tangible outcomes. Your work will directly support Swiss Re’s ambition of becoming a truly data-driven organisation.

Your key responsibilities:

Data Governance Framework & Capabilities

• Support the maintenance and improvement of Data Governance standards, guidance, processes and related materials
• Contribute to initiatives covering data ownership, data quality, metadata and data issue management
• Gather and analyse input from stakeholders, document requirements and help translate them into practical improvements.

Project Management & Delivery

• Support the planning and coordination of Data Governance initiatives, including workplans, milestones, deliverables and follow-up actions
• Coordinate activities across business units, group functions, and other stakeholders to achieve agreed outcomes
• Monitor progress, manage dependencies and risks, and provide clear updates to stakeholders and governance bodies
• Proactively address challenges and ensure effective follow-through on agreed actions

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Work closely with Data Governance representatives, and other stakeholders to support consistent implementation
• Coordinate and facilitate working groups, workshops, and governance meetings, ensuring clear decisions and follow-up actions
• Prepare concise presentations, management updates, and decision materials for senior stakeholders and governance bodies
• Support communication, training, and change activities to strengthen governance practices

About the Team

You will join the Group Data Governance team within Swiss Re’s Group Data Services organisation. We shape and advance the enterprise-wide Data Governance Framework, working closely with business units and group functions to strengthen accountability, transparency, and trust in data.

Our work spans governance standards, operating models, data ownership, data quality, governance effectiveness, and strategic initiatives. We are a collaborative team combining strategic thinking with practical implementation.

About you

We are looking for someone who combines Data Governance knowledge with a structured, delivery-oriented mindset and enjoys turning ideas into results.

• Practical experience in Data Governance, Data Management, or a closely related discipline, with an understanding of governance frameworks, processes, and responsibilities
• Proven experience in projects or initiatives, including planning, coordination, stakeholder management, and delivery tracking
• Organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities with a focus on outcomes
• Clear, confident communicator who translates complex topics into structured, concise messages and presentations
• Enjoys working with diverse stakeholders, facilitating discussions, and building effective relationships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
• Curious, eager to learn, and motivated to advance Data Governance across Swiss Re

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 15,000 employees across the world.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.

If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

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