Data & AI Governance Operations Specialist at Booking.com
Worldwide
<p dir="ltr">Company Intro</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p dir="ltr">Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is the world leader in online travel and related</p><p dir="ltr">services, provided to customers and partners in over 220 countries and territories</p><p dir="ltr">through six primary consumer-facing brands - Booking.com, KAYAK, Priceline,</p><p dir="ltr">Agoda.com, Rentalcars.com, and OpenTable. The mission of Booking Holdings is to</p><p dir="ltr">make it easier for everyone to experience the world. During 2019, the Company</p><p dir="ltr">had consolidated revenues and net income of $15.1 billion and $4.9 billion,</p><p dir="ltr">respectively, and a current market value of approximately $90 billion.</p><p dir="ltr">Booking Holdings Bangalore is a Center of Excellence based in Bangalore, India</p><p dir="ltr">and a legal entity of Booking Holdings Inc. The Center was created to support the</p><p dir="ltr">increasing business demands of the Booking Holdings Brands. The Center of</p><p dir="ltr">Excellence provides access to specialized and highly skilled talent, leading industry</p><p dir="ltr">best practices, and collaboration opportunities across all of the Booking Holdings</p><p dir="ltr">brands and business units.</p><p><strong><br /><br /></strong></p><p dir="ltr">About the team</p><p dir="ltr"> The Data & AI Governance department enables extending the governance theme of policies, standards, processes and technology for governing data and AI to driving excellence in our approach to leveraging secure, trusted, accessible data for data driven decision making through:</p><ul><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">An overarching Data & AI Policy to include associated standards</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Data & AI Governance including meta and master data management</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Data & AI Delivery Governance</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Data & AI Quality including both technical and business quality measures</p></li></ul><p dir="ltr">This enables the maturity of Data and AI capabilities across Booking.com, unlocking data and algorithms as assets for delivering innovative growth opportunities and cost saving operational efficiencies. </p><p dir="ltr">Role Description</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p dir="ltr"> Data & AI Governance Operations Specialist possesses a strong Data & AI Governance and project management background. They have excellent communication skills, with demonstrated experience leading medium to large projects, They have solid experience assessing business needs, developing the implementation strategy and leading end-to-end activities for Data & AI Governance initiatives.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p dir="ltr">The role is responsible to work with senior stakeholders, as well as across Global/Regional/Site responsibilities. The role works with teams representing multiple sub-departments, and sometimes other departments within Booking.com as well. They are responsible for the success of the projects they lead, including but not limited to: requirements gathering and needs analyses, getting buy-in for concepts from senior-level stakeholders, end to end plan, risks and dependencies identification and management, presentations of findings & requests for support, leading the project team, administration of the project documents & supporting meetings, as well as constant alignment of their initiatives to the goals of Booking, the Data & AI Governance department, and the teams they work with. They are challenged to learn & adapt to new tools & technologies as a part of being a champion of change. This role supports the high velocity of change and enables an agile development environment where releases are frequency & impact many layers of the organization</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p dir="ltr">This role may also get involved in running a strategy workstream from problem definition to delivering a solution including the implementation strategy or execute change management initiatives and communications plans.<br /><br /><br />Key Job Responsibilities and Duties:</p><p dir="ltr">Data and AI Governance:</p><ul><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Data Stewardship: Manage and define Data Ownership and Stewardship structures, ensuring clear accountability and proper onboarding of data stewards.</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Data & AI Governance Principles: Apply and enforce Data & AI Governance principles, processes, and standards to ensure consistent and effective governance practices.</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to Data & AI regulatory policies, such as GDPR, DMA, SOx, and the EU AI Act, by staying updated on compliance requirements and integrating them into governance frameworks.</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Data & AI Governance Practices: Oversee data cataloging, data profiling, metadata management, data classification, data lineage, master data management, and workflows, ensuring robust governance of critical data elements.</p></li></ul><p dir="ltr"> Project Management: </p><ul><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Craft Methodology and Standards: Apply structured methodology to and lead project/change management activities.</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">E2E Project Management: Lead independently End-to-end (E2E) low/medium [Project/Workstream] and/or support high complexity [Project] from scoping to execution, analysis, recommendation and implementation.</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Project Initiation and Planning: With limited supervision, drives the program scoping and planning working with different teams and creating associated documentation.</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Project Implementation and Completion:Drive project plan execution, ensuring project objectives are met on agreed timelines, track and report progress and ensure a project closing and correct handover to Business as usual.</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Project Governance: With limited supervision design and implement project governance and delivery structure to ensure efficient delivery, communication and decision making</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Delivery/Impact:Drive the progress and successful delivery or initiatives that bring value to the business. </p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Stakeholder Management: Primary point of contact for Project(s) related queries. Ability to work and productively interact with different stakeholders up to Senior Managers and Senior Director Level</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Success Metrics:Define and measure the success metrics of the Project(s) in scope.</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Facilitator:Lead independent workshops to support the delivery of the Project(s)</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Project Management Tooling: Utilize Atlassian Jira and Confluence to manage project workflows, track progress, and collaborate effectively across teams.</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Change Management: Apply change management methodologies, with a understanding of the change curve and process, to guide teams through transitions and ensure smooth adaptation to changes.</p></li></ul><p dir="ltr">Role Qualifications and Requirements:</p><ul><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">2+ years of experience around Data Governance, or, alternatively, 3+ years of experience in working with Data, coming from Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Analytical background</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">3-5 years or relevant project management experience</p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: square;" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">PMP or Agile Project Management or equivalent certification is preferred.</p></li></ul><p dir="ltr">About BKNG</p><p dir="ltr">Booking Holdings is the world leader in online travel &amp; related services. Our teams</p><p dir="ltr">work around the clock to build and improve the technology that empowers people</p><p dir="ltr">to more freely travel across borders, time zones, languages and cultures. At Booking</p><p dir="ltr">Holdings, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world every day through</p><p dir="ltr">seamless technology powered by our six major brands:</p><p dir="ltr">● Booking.com</p><p dir="ltr">● KAYAK</p><p dir="ltr">● priceline</p><p dir="ltr">● agoda</p><p dir="ltr">● OpenTable</p><p dir="ltr">Through the Booking Holdings brands, we help our customers reach all corners of</p><p dir="ltr">the earth. Our ability to provide great service rests on how well we understand our</p><p dir="ltr">diverse customer base, which is why having a diverse team is so important to us.</p><p dir="ltr">We bring together employees from all walks of life and we are proud to provide the</p><p dir="ltr">kind of inclusive environment that stimulates innovation, creativity and</p><p dir="ltr">Collaboration.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p dir="ltr">EEO Statement:</p><p dir="ltr">Booking Holdings is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with all</p><p dir="ltr">applicable federal, state and local laws. We ensure equal employment opportunity to</p><p dir="ltr">all employees and applicants without discrimination or harassment based on race,</p><p dir="ltr">religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,</p><p dir="ltr">religion, marital status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy,</p><p dir="ltr">childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by</p><p dir="ltr">federal, state, or local law.</p><p dir="ltr">Booking Holdings also extends this policy to every phase of the employment process</p><p dir="ltr">including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, placement, transfer, training and</p><p dir="ltr">development, position elimination, restructure, promotion, compensation, benefits,</p><p dir="ltr">layoffs, termination, and all other conditions or privileges of employment. Booking</p><p dir="ltr">Holdings and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity</p><p dir="ltr">employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and</p><p dir="ltr">veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need reasonable</p><p dir="ltr">accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please</p><p dir="ltr">email [email protected] with your request.</p><p dir="ltr">M/F/V/D/SO</p><p> </p> <br><strong>Pre-Employment Screening</strong><br><br><p style="margin: 0px;"><em>If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.</em></p>
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