Business Analyst - Data & AI Governance (18-month contract)
Summary
An 18-month contract role at Cathay Pacific's Digital Department in Tung Chung, Hong Kong: the analyst helps implement the enterprise Data & AI Governance framework — working with analytics teams, IT, and data stewards on data quality, protection, access controls, and training for stakeholders across business functions.
Reports to: Data & AI Governance Manager
The Digital Department (DGT) enables the effective and responsible use of data and artificial intelligence across Customer, Employee, Commercial, Operations and Partnership functions.
As a Business Analyst – Data & AI Governance, you support the implementation of the enterprise Data & AI Governance framework. You work with analytics teams, IT, data stewards and data domain owners to uphold the security, quality and value of data assets.
This role gives you broad exposure to enterprise data governance, data quality, data protection and access management. You will strengthen your ability to translate governance requirements into practical processes while collaborating with stakeholders across different business areas.
Key Responsibilities
Implement the Data & AI Governance framework to enable the appropriate use of analytical data across Customer, Employee, Commercial, Operations and Partnership functions
Collaborate with analytics teams to execute governance activities and ensure data quality, data protection and adoption requirements meet established standards
Work with IT to implement quality metrics, improve data accessibility and consistency, and support the readiness of related analytics capabilities
Engage data stewards and data domain owners to keep the Data & AI Governance framework up to date
Prepare training materials and deliver training to data stewards and end users on changes to the Data & AI Governance framework
Evaluate and execute access controls for shared databases
Perform periodic reviews and validation of user access
Maintain complete records of agreed data usage purposes and obtained consent
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
Minimum 3 years of proven experience in Data & AI Governance, Data Management or Data Quality initiatives
Knowledge of Data & AI Governance practices and the business and technology considerations involved in managing enterprise information assets
Knowledge of data protection approaches
Knowledge of Business Intelligence tools used for reporting and visualisation
Understanding of data quality reporting methodologies and capabilities
Working knowledge of project management and business process review
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across different business areas
A collaborative team player who is curious, meticulous and self-motivated
A continuous improvement mindset and a proactive approach to embracing and driving change
Depending on qualifications, experience and skills, the successful candidate may be offered the position of Data Governance Executive
Application deadline: 30 Oct 2026
Personal & Application Information
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