The Senior Analyst, Data Governance is responsible for managing and ensuring the integrity of employee data across HR operational systems.
Oversees governance processes for employee data management within HR systems, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance with corporate standards.
Review and approve employee record change requests, validations and corrections in the HRIS
Set up controls, audits and data checkpoints across HR workflows
Resolve data discrepancies with HR Operations, Payroll, Talent Management and IT
Write governance playbooks and policies for HR data entry and maintenance
Train HR users on standard data management and system administration
From the employer’s posting
The Senior Analyst, Data Governance is responsible for managing and ensuring the integrity of employee data across HR operational systems. This role oversees data governance workflows, approves data change requests, and aligns HR data management practices with company policies and compliance requirements. By fostering consistency and reliability within the HRIS environment, this position supports efficient business operations, enhances workforce reporting accuracy, and drives continuous improvement in data management processes.
Oversees governance processes for employee data management within HR systems, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance with corporate standards.
Reviews and approves requests for data changes, validations, and corrections related to employee records in the HRIS.
Implements controls, audit practices, and data checkpoints across HR operational workflows to maintain data quality.
Collaborates with HR Operations, Payroll, Talent Management, and IT to identify and resolve data discrepancies.
Develops detailed documentation, policies, and governance playbooks to guide HR teams in data entry and maintenance.
Provides training and guidance to HR users on standardized data management practices and system administration.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field required.
Hands-on experience managing employee data workflows within enterprise HR systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors).
Proficiency with HRIS platforms, data auditing tools, and report validation methodologies.
Experience supporting large, global HR structures and complex organizational hierarchies.
Leadership/Behavioral Competencies
Qualification wording
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field required.
Hands-on experience managing employee data workflows within enterprise HR systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors).
Proficiency with HRIS platforms, data auditing tools, and report validation methodologies.
Experience supporting large, global HR structures and complex organizational hierarchies.
Leadership/Behavioral Competencies
Education & alternatives
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field required.
- Professional certification in HRIS management or HR operations preferred.
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About the role
We file this job under Data Governance, by the work the posting describes.
Data governance staff keep a company's data accurate, documented and used within the rules. They agree what key fields mean, set up quality checks, track who owns each dataset and look after master data.
Postings ask for SQL, a governance tool such as Collibra or Informatica, knowledge of privacy and data rules, and a lot of work with other teams.
A data engineer builds the systems that move data; governance staff set and check the standards that data has to meet.
Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of employees. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer competitive compensation and benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world.
The Royal Caribbean Group’s HR Transformation Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full-time Senior Analyst, Data Governance reporting to the Sr. Manager, Data Governance.
The position is onsite and based in Mexico City, Mexico.
Position Summary:
The Senior Analyst, Data Governance is responsible for managing and ensuring the integrity of employee data across HR operational systems. This role oversees data governance workflows, approves data change requests, and aligns HR data management practices with company policies and compliance requirements. By fostering consistency and reliability within the HRIS environment, this position supports efficient business operations, enhances workforce reporting accuracy, and drives continuous improvement in data management processes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversees governance processes for employee data management within HR systems, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance with corporate standards.
Reviews and approves requests for data changes, validations, and corrections related to employee records in the HRIS.
Implements controls, audit practices, and data checkpoints across HR operational workflows to maintain data quality.
Ensures adherence to data protection, privacy, and regulatory compliance in all HR data transactions.
Collaborates with HR Operations, Payroll, Talent Management, and IT to identify and resolve data discrepancies.
Develops detailed documentation, policies, and governance playbooks to guide HR teams in data entry and maintenance.
Supports process improvement initiatives that enhance HR operational efficiency through better data governance.
Provides training and guidance to HR users on standardized data management practices and system administration.
Partners with cross-functional leaders to align workforce data governance with broader organizational objectives.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field required.
Professional certification in HRIS management or HR operations preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in HR Operations, HRIS Administration, or Data Governance.
Hands-on experience managing employee data workflows within enterprise HR systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors).
Experience supporting large, global HR structures and complex organizational hierarchies.
Technical/Functional Skills
In-depth understanding of HR data standards, hierarchy structures, and employee life cycle management.
Proficiency with HRIS platforms, data auditing tools, and report validation methodologies.
Strong process orientation and ability to design regulatory-compliant data governance controls.
Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Leadership/Behavioral Competencies
Demonstrates sound judgment and integrity in enforcing governance policies.
Communicates effectively across HR and business teams to ensure alignment and transparency in data handling.
Exhibits strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to think strategically about HR operations.
Encourages collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across HR processes.
We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance, and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon!
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