Senior Associate – Data Quality Risk & Governance at Morgan Stanley

Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Governance, Data Quality Risk Management, Analytical Skills, Data Flow, Control Concepts, Data Quality Frameworks, Issue Management, Data Analysis, Report Building, Excel, Power BI, SQL, Metrics Design, Relationship Management, Problem-Solving Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills

Industry

Financial Services

Description

The Role: As a Senior Associate – Data Quality Risk & Control, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening the Investment Management Non-Financial Risk (NFR) framework by driving the implementation of our Data Quality strategy. This position offers the opportunity to influence how critical data supports regulatory, client, and business outcomes. You will own the day-to-day execution of the Data Quality risk reduction roadmap, ensuring that data integrity and governance standards are embedded across the organisation. Key responsibilities include: Analyse and prioritise data quality issues: Catalogue issues, identify trends and patterns, and provide actionable insights to guide remediation efforts. Define and implement data quality controls: Assess end-to-end data flows, determine control requirements for critical deliverables and use cases, and ensure alignment across systems. Support strategic programmes: Contribute to the Prioritised Data Initiative and other firmwide data quality enhancements. Strengthen governance and transparency: Maintain metadata in Collibra, manage annual reviews of catalogued issues and controls, and ensure accurate lineage and ownership mapping. Deliver metrics and reporting: Produce dashboards, progress updates, and governance materials for IM and Firmwide Data Quality Committees, enabling informed decision-making. This role combines technical data expertise, risk management acumen, and stakeholder engagement, offering visibility across Investment Management and the broader enterprise. Skills Required: 3–5 years of experience in data governance or data quality risk management within financial services Bachelor’s or higher degree in Business, Data, or Technology field (or a combination of business and technical background) Strong analytical skills with solid understanding of data flow, lineage, and control concepts Strong knowledge of data quality frameworks and issue management, including remediation planning and control oversight Hands-on experience in data analysis and report building using Excel and Power BI (SQL or similar tools a plus) Proven ability to design and interpret metrics, dashboards, and scorecards for risk and data quality monitoring Organisational skills and attention to detail, with a track record of prioritising multiple projects and managing risk effectively Ownership mindset and ability to challenge assumptions constructively; highly motivated and self-starter attitude Sound judgement with capability to escalate risks and issues promptly and appropriately Strong relationship management skills to coordinate across Business, Technology, and Risk functions Team player who is results-oriented, proactive, and able to lead and influence without direct authority Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to present ideas and project status clearly to stakeholders Robust problem-solving skills and strong work ethic, with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines #LI-JN1 #LI-hybrid #BPDB WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser. Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements: If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks. Flexible work statement Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more. Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.

Responsibilities

The Senior Associate will execute the Data Quality risk reduction roadmap and ensure data integrity and governance standards are maintained. Responsibilities include analyzing data quality issues, implementing controls, supporting strategic programs, and delivering metrics and reporting.