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We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.\nChart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.\nApplicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.\nThe Lead Analyst will support the execution and operationalization of Empower’s enterprise data governance and knowledge management strategy under the leadership of the Senior Director. This role will partner with business, technology, risk, and legal stakeholders to implement governance frameworks, strengthen data quality, support regulatory compliance, and maintain audit-ready controls across structured and unstructured data domains. The Lead Analyst will also enable metadata, lineage, data quality, AI and GenAI governance, data product lifecycle integration, and enterprise knowledge management capabilities.\nWhat you will do:\nExecute and operationalize enterprise data governance and knowledge management frameworks aligned with established policies, standards, and industry models, including DCAM and DAMA.\nSupport data stewardship activities, including onboarding, training, and coordination of data owners and stewards across business domains.\nMaintain and enhance metadata, catalog, and lineage capabilities, including Collibra, business glossaries, and critical data element lifecycle management.\nMonitor and report on data quality metrics, service-level agreements, and observability processes.\nCoordinate data quality issue identification, escalation, and remediation tracking.\nAssist in implementing governance controls within data product lifecycles, including checkpoints for data quality, privacy, and lineage.\nSupport regulatory compliance efforts related to CCPA, GLBA, ERISA, and SEC and FINRA requirements by maintaining documentation, evidence, and audit artifacts.\nContribute to the governance of unstructured data and knowledge assets, including taxonomy, ontology, and knowledge classification frameworks.\nPartner with Risk, Legal, and Technology teams to support data usage controls, access governance, and responsible AI and GenAI initiatives.\nPrepare governance reporting, scorecards, and KPI dashboards to track adoption, data quality, and risk reduction.\nWhat you will bring:\nBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.\n7 to 10 years of experience in data governance, data management, or related disciplines.\nWorking knowledge of regulatory frameworks, including CCPA, GLBA, ERISA, and SEC and FINRA records requirements.\nExperience with metadata management, data cataloging, and lineage tools, including Collibra or similar platforms.\nFamiliarity with data quality frameworks, observability tools, and issue management processes.\nUnderstanding of knowledge management concepts, including taxonomy and unstructured data governance.\nExperience implementing governance policies, standards, and controls in operational environments.\nAbility to analyze data, produce governance metrics, and develop scorecards and dashboards.\nProficiency with SQL and familiarity with data platforms such as Snowflake, including governance features such as tagging and access controls.\nStrong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.\nWhat will set you apart:\nExperience supporting enterprise data governance programs in regulated industries, preferably financial services.\nExposure to AI governance, model risk management, or responsible AI practices.\nThis job operates in a professional office environment.\nThis job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the responsibilities and/or tasks listed in this job description. You may be required to perform other duties that are not included on this job description. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, as per terms and conditions of your employment contract.\nWhat we offer you\nWe offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.\nMedical, dental, vision and life insurance\nRetirement savings - 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup\nTuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year\nBusiness-casualenvironment that includes the option to wear jeans\nGenerous paid time off upon hire - including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year\nPaid volunteer time - 16 hours per calendar year\nLeave of absence programs - including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)\nBusiness Resource Groups (BRGs) - BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.\n Base Salary Range\n$125,400.00 - $181,875.00The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.\nEqual opportunity employer\nDrug-free workplace\nWe are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.\n***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***\nJob Posting End Date at 12:01 am on:\n10-12-2026Want the latest money news and views shaping how we live, work and play? 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