Senior Manager Data Governance

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits?

Our "people helping people" philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference.

While we're proud of our history, we're even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there's never been a better time to be part of BECU.

PAY RANGE

The Target Pay Range for this position is $173,500.00-$211,900.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $135,100.00 - $250,600.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.

BENEFITS - because people helping people starts with supporting you

• 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)

• 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU

• Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)

• PTO Program + Exchange Program

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match

To join our dynamic team, we require candidates to be residents of WA,CA, VA, NC,OR, ID, AZ, TX, GA, or SC. Ifyou'relocatedin Washington state and within a reasonable driving distance from Tukwila, we arerequestingthat you come into our HQ on Tuesdays & Wednesdays.For those candidates that live outside the commute distance of TFC and in any of our approved remote work locations, this role will be remote. Remote or onsite, we are committed to ensuring you are fully engaged and included in our collaborative environment.

IMPACT YOU'LL MAKE

You'llplay a critical leadership role in shaping how BECU manages, governs, and trusts enterprise data. As the Sr. Manager, Data GovernanceProjectsand Delivery,you'lllead a high-performing team responsible for strengthening data qualitydeliverables, advancing governance maturity, and driving strategic initiatives that improve decision-making across the organization. Your leadership will directly influence how teamsleveragetrusted data to better serve our members and achieve business goals. This is an opportunity to build scalable governance practices, elevate operational excellence, and drive meaningful enterprise-wide impact.You'llhelp foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement while leading complex initiatives from strategy through execution.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Supportthe Data Quality Program: You'llsupport the deliveryofBECU's enterprise Data Quality Program by implementing scalable frameworks, advancing governance maturity, and driving continuous improvement across the organizationas part of prioritized data initiatives.

• Drive Strategic Initiatives: You'lllead large-scale, cross-functional data governance initiatives from concept through execution, ensuring measurable business impact and operational excellence.

• Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams: You'llmanage and mentor a team of approximately 20 employees, creating a culture rooted in accountability, ownership, collaboration, andhigh standards.

• Provide Strategic Direction: You'lltranslate business priorities into clear teamobjectives,establishmeasurable goals, and empower teams to deliver meaningful outcomes.

• Coach and Influence: You'llprovide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and development opportunities while fostering strong partnerships across stakeholder groups.

• Improve Enterprise Data Integrity: You'llidentifyopportunities to strengthen data qualityand governanceprocesses, resolve root-cause issues, and implement scalable governance solutions.

• Drive Metrics and Reporting: You'llestablishand communicate meaningful KPIs, analytics, and governance reporting thatdemonstrateprogress, effectiveness, and business value.

• Partner Acrossthe Enterprise: You'llcollaborate closely with product managers, analytics teams, technology partners,project leadership,and business stakeholders tooptimizedata quality and governance outcomes.

Thisisn'tjust about tickingoff tasks on a list.It'sabout making a significant, positive change in BECU's journey, where your contributions are valued, and your growth is continually fostered.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN

• Opportunity to lead high-visibility enterprise initiatives with executive-level exposure

• Ability to shape the future of enterprise data governance at BECU

• Leadership responsibility for a large, impactful team

• A collaborative culture focused on innovation, trust, and continuous improvement

• Opportunities to influence enterprise strategy and decision-making

• Meaningful work that directly supports better member experiences

• Exposure to enterprise-scale governance tools, analytics, and transformation initiatives

• Career growth opportunities within a mission-driven financial institution

• The chance to build and scale best-in-class governance and quality practices

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or information systems, or equivalent work or education-related experiencerequired

• Minimum 7 years of experience analyzing data quality issues and delivering enterprise data managementand governancesolutions, includingexpertisein data manipulation, data cleansing, data analysis,data anomaly detection, data governance processes,and compliancemanagementrequired

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing,facilitating, and leadingcomplex projects and enterprise-scale transformation initiatives end-to-end, with strong executive presence, stakeholder management capability, excellent project management skills, and a proven ability to drive accountability and operational rigor across teamsrequired

• Demonstrated experience using visual data analytics tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Google Data Studio, along with strong project management and communicationskillsrequired.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred.

• Financial services or regulated industry experiencepreferred.

JOIN THE JOURNEY

Ready to make an indelible impact? Eager to be part of a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributionsdon'tjust fill a role but fuel the growth and success of BECU? This is more than a job -it'sa chance to elevate your career, skills, and future, all while contributing to the robust operational landscape of BECU.

Embrace the opportunity to grow with us. Apply now, bring yourexpertiseto the table, andlet'sachieve excellence together at BECU. Your journey of influence, innovation, and impactful contribution starts now. #BECU #YourGrowth #BECUJourney

EEO Statement:

BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.