Manager Data Governance
BE A PART OF A REVOLUTIONARY CHANGE
At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business, and building our future on smoke-free products.
With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions.
Data Governance and Management at PMI plays a critical role in building trusted, reliable, and accessible data foundations for the business. By implementing global standards, strengthening data quality, and ensuring appropriate confidentiality and access controls, this role helps enable better decision-making across functions and supports PMI’s ongoing transformation.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
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Contract Type: Permanent
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Work location: Philip Morris Korea, 10, Gukjegeumyung-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, Korea / Philip Morris Korea, 67, Sanmakgongdannam 12-gil, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Purpose
The Manager Data Governance is responsible for deploying, maintaining, and continuously improving robust data governance processes across the organization.
You will ensure data integrity, quality, and accessibility by implementing global standards, managing data confidentiality and access controls, and driving practical solutions that improve data reliability in the market.
You will collaborate closely with data owners, business stakeholders, analytics teams, data engineers, data scientists, and IT partners to identify issues, orchestrate solutions, and embed governance policies into data pipelines, models, and business processes.
This role requires hands-on delivery, strong problem-solving capability, and the ability to translate governance standards into tangible outcomes that strengthen data quality, compliance, and business trust in data.
Key Responsibilities
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Implement data governance policies, processes, and standards in line with global requirements
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Manage and strengthen data confidentiality, access controls, and compliance practices
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Collaborate with data owners and stakeholders to ensure data quality, compliance, and accountability
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Lead local data governance initiatives and projects aligned with business objectives and company policies
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Monitor and enforce data governance policies, procedures, and standards across relevant business areas
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Conduct data quality assessments and audits to ensure reliable and high-quality market data
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Identify, solve, and execute practical solutions to improve data reliability and quality
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Work with data engineers, data scientists, business teams, analytics teams, and IT stakeholders to integrate governance policies into data pipelines and models
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Provide training and support to staff on data governance best practices
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Utilize technologies such as Snowflake, Atlan, and LeanIX to manage and govern data, and report data governance metrics and KPIs to senior management
Attitude & Values
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Strong ownership mindset with a focus on tangible business outcomes
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Proven ability to work collaboratively across business, analytics, data, and IT stakeholder groups
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Structured problem-solving approach with the ability to identify root causes and execute solutions
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Strong communication skills to explain governance requirements and data quality priorities clearly
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Proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented approach in a complex stakeholder environment
Qualifications (Technical Skills)
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Strong understanding of data governance principles and frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK, ISO/IEC 38500, NIST AI RMF, and NIST RDaaF
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Hands-on experience implementing solutions, rules, and processes to enhance data quality
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Proficiency in data management and governance tools such as Atlan and LeanIX
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Experience with data quality management, data audits, and governance reporting
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Experience with data visualization tools to monitor and report data governance metrics
Preferred Qualifications
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B.Sc. in Computer Science, Information Management, or a related field
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Minimum 2 years of experience in data management, data governance, or a similar role
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Certification in data governance or data management, such as DAMA or CDMP
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Experience with data management tools and cloud data platforms
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Familiarity with machine learning and AI applications in data governance
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Strong project management skills
Other Skills
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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Ability to lead and manage data governance projects across functions
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Knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance requirements
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Ability to work collaboratively with business, analytics, and IT stakeholders to orchestrate data governance efforts
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High attention to detail with the ability to balance governance discipline and business agility
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Proficient in Korean and English, both verbal and written
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Positive mindset with a ‘can-do’ spirit
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Self-motivated and comfortable working in a fast-moving organization
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Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
We encourage application from veterans eligible for employment support under the Act on Preferential Treatment or persons with disabilities under the Employment Promotion and Vocational Rehabilitation Act.
WHAT WE OFFER
Our success depends on the men and women who come to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. Join PMI and you too can:
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Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
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Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
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Be able to work in flexible work schedule (half-day Fridays), and receive competitive compensation & benefits including Group life and accident insurance, Welfare card etc.
HOW TO APPLY
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Go PMI career site, "www.pmi.com/careers" and set ‘South Korea’ and search for the job
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Click ‘Apply Now’ button and ‘Upload a File’ for new applicants
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Upload your English Resume either in Word or PDF format (merge your files into one file named as your English name, i.e., CV Gildong Hong)
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Fill in basic information such as employment and education
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Create password and submit application
At PMI, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and inclusion and workplace diversity. Our focus is on creating an environment where our employees from across the globe can be their true selves at work, contribute their best, support each other, and drive the innovation and consumer-centricity needed to help us to achieve our vision of a smoke-free future
That means a work environment where personal situations are understood, differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We are promoting an environment where every voice is heard and valued, regardless of gender identity, age, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them visible or invisible.
