Data Specialist, LCS

Job description

**#body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-now:** focus, #body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-#body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-now: focus, #body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply- **Requisition Number:** 58611 **Job Location:** Chennai, IND **Global Grade:** Band 7 **Work Type:** Office Working **Employment Type:** Permanent **Posting Start Date:** 28/07/2026 **Posting End Date:** 29/07/2026 : Job Summary The Data Specialist within LCS Operations is responsible for owning the end-to-end reporting and management information process, from data intake and source assessment through to data pipeline set-up, analysis, dashboard development, report production and deployment. The role will work with new and existing data sources to create reliable reporting outputs, automated data flows and clear visualisations that help Legal and Co-Sec business users understand performance, identify trends and make informed decisions. The Data Specialist will use strong analytical judgement, business understanding and appropriate AI tools to explore data, test hypotheses, surface insights and improve the quality and speed of reporting. The role is expected to translate complex data into practical, decision-ready outputs, support stakeholders in using dashboards and reports effectively, and continuously improve reporting processes for accuracy, efficiency and usability. The role must also uphold the Bank's data policies, standards and controls day to day, including the data stewardship expectations of Legal and Co-Sec, to protect data integrity, quality, security and trust. Key Responsibilities Strategy * Partner with Legal, Co-Sec and key function stakeholders to shape reporting, management information and data insight products that support strategic planning, governance and operational decision making. Business * Own the business engagement for reporting and insight requirements, translating user needs into clear data, dashboard and report specifications. * Produce clear visualisations, dashboards and reports that help business users understand trends, risks, opportunities and performance drivers. * Use data analysis and AI-enabled techniques to generate practical insights that improve decision making, governance and prioritisation. Processes * Own the end-to-end reporting and management information lifecycle, from data intake, requirements gathering and source assessment through to data preparation, analysis, visualisation, deployment and ongoing improvement. * Set up, maintain and improve data pipelines from new and existing data sources, working with data engineers or technology partners where required to ensure reporting outputs are reliable, repeatable and controlled. * Analyse large and complex datasets to identify trends, anomalies, risks and opportunities, and convert findings into clear business recommendations. * Design, build and maintain dashboards, management information packs and reporting products that are accurate, easy to use and aligned to stakeholder needs. * Use Copilot and other approved AI tools to support data exploration, insight generation, narrative reporting and process efficiency, while applying appropriate review, validation and control. * Continuously improve reporting processes by identifying opportunities for automation, simplification, standardisation and better user experience. * Ensure timely delivery, agreed service levels, strong data accuracy, appropriate documentation and secure handling of data across all reporting activities. * Train and support business users so they can use dashboards, reports and insights confidently and consistently. People \& Talent * You will own your own talent development, by seeking out training or learning opportunities which will be presented to and discussed with your people leader, conducting the opportunity where relevant and applicable to the role as agreed with your people leader. Risk Management * Apply all relevant Group, Country, Business and Functional policies, standards and procedures when sourcing, transforming, analysing, reporting and sharing data. * Maintain strong controls over data quality, lineage, access, confidentiality, retention and report validation to protect the integrity of Legal and Co-Sec reporting outputs. * Conduct risk assessments and other risk management activities where relevant, ensuring issues are escalated and remediated in line with the Bank's standards and policies. Governance * Uphold Legal and Co-Sec data stewardship expectations by maintaining clear ownership, data definitions, quality checks and consistent reporting standards. * Ensure reporting outputs are transparent, auditable and supported by appropriate documentation, controls and evidence of validation. * Escalate material data quality, control, regulatory or conduct issues promptly and support timely remediation. Regulatory \& Business Conduct * Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group's Values and Code of Conduct. * Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics, including regulatory and business conduct, across Standard Chartered Bank. This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with, in letter and spirit, all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct. * Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters. Key stakeholders * Director, Data Analytics and Reporting, Legal * Director, Legal Operations * Legal Operations Team * Legal \& Co-Sec Leadership Team * Change Management Team Other Responsibilities * Embed Here for good and Group's brand and values. Perform other responsibilities assigned under Group, Country, Business or Functional policies and procedures. Skills and Experience * Data Insights and Analysis * Data Pipeline and Source Integration * Dashboarding