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Posted 07 July, 2026

Master and Reference Data-Customer master specialist

Mizuho
Pune, MH, IN Full Time
Reference: f0c66c5898902766

Job Description

Why Mizuho\nAt Mizuho, we provide the stability of an international industry leader with the career trajectory of a growing business. Our steady, strategic growth gives our people at all levels rewarding degrees of responsibility and richer work experience than a boutique firm or an established giant could offer alone.\n\nIt’s the local expertise of our employees that makes our global network so powerful. By collaborating with colleagues and clients who have the same ambition and drive, you can amplify your sphere of influence and base of knowledge as part of one of the largest—and growing—banks in the world.\n\nThe Master and Reference Data Specialist will report to the Master and Reference Data Lead, under the Chief Data Officer and will lead the implementation of the Master and Reference Data standards across Mizuho Americas.\n\nThis role will be accountable partaking and assisting in development of the master and reference data strategy, with a special emphasis on mastering customer referential data first, and execution to meet the policy requirements.\n\nThe candidate will be playing an essential role as part of Master and Reference Data resources as well as provide governance and oversight by working closely with business units and functions data stakeholders, including the Stewardship function through a federated model.\nThe role requires the candidate to act as an influential thought contributor bringing in external perspectives on the execution to drive adoption.\n\nThe role will develop and maintain enterprise master and reference data products and facilitate their consumption across the enterprise.

The role will develop and maintain enterprise master and reference data products and facilitate their consumption across the enterprise.\n\nThe role is also requiring understanding and some experience in client onboarding process.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nMaster / Reference Data Management\n\nDefine, prioritize, and clean master and reference data sets in-line with standards.\nMonitor use of master data to ensure compliance with policies.\nSupport consumers of master data and ensure all data requirements are met.\nMaintain detailed documentation of master and reference data management processes and changes for reference and compliance purposes.\nData Dictionary\n\nReview and ensure business definitions and metadata for master and reference data are up-to-date and available.\nParticipate in managing master and reference data content in the business glossary.\n\nData Quality\n\nMaintain overall integrity and consistency of master and reference data, by coordinating with business units and functions.\nManage duplications and inconsistencies in master data records.\nSupport quality improvement initiatives related to master and reference data, with special emphasis to client/Legal Entity data and client onboarding.\n\nMinimum qualification and skills\n\nExperience\n\n10+ years of experience in Data Management/IT or relevant function, with industry knowledge\nProven experience in master data management, data governance, data quality assurance and client onboarding/KYC\n\nSkills\n\nExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills\nDetail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.\nStrong interpersonal and communication/persuasion skills.\nAbility to work both independently and as part of a team.\nCertification in Master Data Management (MDM) or related fields is a plus\n\nOrganization Overview:\n\nMizuho Global Services (MGS), Pune is an integral part of Mizuho Financial Group, one of the world’s leading financial institutions with a strong global presence across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia. Based in India, MGS Pune supports Mizuho’s international businesses by delivering high-quality, scalable, and resilient services across multiple functions.\n\nMGS Pune plays a critical role in driving operational excellence, standardization, and innovation for Mizuho Americas. By combining deep domain expertise with strong process, technology, and analytical capabilities, it partners closely with regional and global teams to support corporate and investment banking, capital markets, and corporate services functions, while adhering to the highest standards of risk management, regulatory compliance, and control.\n\nMGS Pune offers competitive compensation and benefits package aligned with industry standards and local market practices.\n\nMGS Pune is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.\n\nEmployment is subject to applicable background verification checks in accordance with Indian laws and company policies.

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