Job Description
Company Description
Talan – Positive Innovation
Talan is an international consulting group specializing in innovation and business transformation through technology. With over 7,200 consultants in 21 countries and a turnover of €850M, we are committed to delivering impactful, future-ready solutions.
Talan at a Glance
Headquartered in Paris and operating globally, Talan combines technology, innovation, and empowerment to deliver measurable results for our clients. Over the past 22 years, we’ve built a strong presence in the IT and consulting landscape, and we’re on track to reach €1 billion in revenue this year.
Our Core Areas of Expertise
- Data & Technologies: We design and implement large-scale, end-to-end architecture and data solutions, including data integration, data science, visualization, Big Data, AI, and Generative AI.
- Cloud & Application Services: We integrate leading platforms such as SAP, Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft, AWS, and IBM Maximo, helping clients transition to the cloud and improve operational efficiency.
- Management & Innovation Consulting: We lead business and digital transformation initiatives through project and change management best practices (PM, PMO, Agile, Scrum, Product Ownership), and support domains such as Supply Chain, Cybersecurity, and ESG/Low-Carbon strategies.
We work with major global clients across diverse sectors, including Transport & Logistics, Financial Services, Energy & Utilities, Retail, and Media & Telecommunications.
Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Data Analyst to lead the CDAIO (Data, Quality) workflow across various markets projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of the governance and control model (TOM), conducting data quality checks, and providing incident management support. This role ensures alignment with the corporate data strategy and delivers value to the organization by guaranteeing robust data governance, quality, traceability, and control across all markets within SCIB.
This role acts as the subject matter expert (SME) for data within the Markets business, ensuring alignment between business, technology, risk, and control functions within the data governance framework defined by CDAIO. The successful candidate will be the primary point of contact for all data-related matters concerning Markets products, including fixed income, equities, foreign exchange, derivatives, structured products, and associated risk metrics.
This role requires a combination of governance skills, strategic vision, business analysis, and technical expertise, as well as experience representing the organization in forums and managing cross-functional relationships with multiple stakeholders.
We are redefining how we work through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration, and the freedom to explore new ideas.
Main responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing and coordinating the CDAIO workflow within Markets initiatives, ensuring a comprehensive view, strategic alignment, and execution of all initiatives under the data governance model.
- Designing, reviewing, and ensuring the effectiveness of data quality controls, ensuring they are thorough, proactive, and aligned with the criteria defined by the CDAIO, contributing to the sustainable improvement of data quality within the Markets area.
- Manage the prioritization and delay of data quality initiatives, streamlining efforts and ensuring value delivery at each stage of the roadmap.
- Monitor and regularly report on the status of data quality initiatives and outcomes, consolidating information for decision-making in forums and committees.
- Liaise between internal and external stakeholders (business, technology, regional, and global teams), fostering collaboration and alignment with the corporate data strategy.
- Identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities for improvement, proposing innovative solutions to ensure the continuity and scalability of the data quality model across projects.
Qualifications
Required Experience:
- +3 years of experience in markets as a business analyst, project manager, or program manager in complex environments.
- Some experience in data and artificial intelligence projects, or in data governance or management within the banking sector.
Education
- Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
Languages
- Advanced level of English (C1)
Required Hard Skills
- Knowledge of systems and processes in complex financial or corporate environments.
- Experience in backlog management, roadmaps, and cross-functional programs.
- Proven ability to represent the company in forums and liaise with high-level stakeholders.
Nice to have:
- Data Governance (Desirable)
- Data Quality (Desirable)
- Control Models (Desirable)
Additional Information
What do we offer you?
- Hybrid position based in Madrid, Spain
- Possibility to manage work permits.
- Permanent, full-time contract.
- Smart Office Pack so that you can work comfortably from home.
- Training and career development.
- Benefits and perks such as private medical insurance, life insurance, Language lessons, etc
- Possibility to be part of a multicultural team and work on international projects.
If you are passionate about data, development & tech, we want to meet you!
