Flagstar Bank · 1 day ago
Enterprise Data Leader - Classification and Records Management
Flagstar Bank is seeking an Enterprise Data Leader to architect, govern, and operationalize their firmwide approach to data classification and records management. This role is critical for ensuring regulatory compliance and improving data integrity across the enterprise.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Lead the enterprise-wide Data Classification and Records Management Program, with oversight across structured, unstructured, digital, and physical records
Design and implement data classification schemas, retention schedules, legal hold procedures, and secure destruction protocols
Deploy and manage enterprise tools such as Microsoft Purview, Varonis, or equivalent platforms to support automated classification, tagging, and retention
Own and operate data scanning and tagging programs to identify sensitive or regulated data across repositories, drive labeling, and support downstream compliance
Drive and manage remediation programs for business units that are non-compliant with classification and retention policies—including historical cleanup and ongoing controls
Ensure full coverage of document retention requirements across key banking operations: • DDA (Demand Deposit Accounts) • Account Opening and KYC • Loan Origination • Loan Servicing and Account Lifecycle • Structured & Unstructured Data • Physical and Digital Records • Act as the lead interface with regulatory agencies (OCC, FED, FDIC) during audits, exams, and formal inquiries—prepare documentation, lead walkthroughs, and drive findings to closure
Develop and deliver bank-wide training and awareness modules to embed classification and retention discipline across the organization
Partner with Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Technology to maintain alignment with supervisory expectations, operational controls, and policy updates
Maintain dashboards, KPIs, and compliance metrics to inform executive management and risk committees
Use independent judgement and discretion to make decisions pertaining to remediation of data items out of compliance
Analyze and resolve problems pertaining to LOB remediation
Responsible for talent management functions including: employment, performance evaluations, staff development/training, disciplinary actions, succession planning and ensuring all staff comply with compliance requirements
Performs special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required
Consistently adheres to regulatory and compliance policies and standards linked to the job as listed and complete required compliance trainings. Accountable to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations
Qualification
Required
Education level required: Undergraduate Degree (4 years or equivalent) or 10+ years of relevant experience
10+ years of progressive experience in data classification, records management, or data governance within a bank or financial institution
Large Financial Institution (LFI) experience is mandatory, with proven exposure to cross-functional, high-regulation environments
Expertise managing data scanning, tagging, classification, and labeling programs—especially using tools like Microsoft Purview and Varonis
Hands-on leadership of remediation programs to bring business units back into compliance, including risk documentation and remediation tracking
Deep understanding of banking-specific document retention requirements (DDA, origination, account opening, servicing)
Demonstrated ability to navigate regulatory oversight from the OCC, FED, and FDIC, including audit response and risk mitigation
Experience with legal holds, secure destruction, and defensible disposal practices
Proven ability to lead enterprise training and change management initiatives tied to information governance
Executive-level communication, risk acumen, and cross-functional influence
Preferred
ICRM (Institute of Certified Records Managers) and/or IGP (Information Governance Professional) certifications would be a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability insurance
Comprehensive leave program
Company
Flagstar Bank
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