Enterprise Data Specialist

Enterprise Data Specialist Location: USA-BAL100-Baltimore At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs. Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world! Franklin Templeton is seeking an Enterprise Data Advisor (EDA) to serve as the primary bridge between the lines of business and the Enterprise Data Office, establishing a shared understanding of data across the organization, educating teams on available data assets, and ensuring Franklin Templeton data is governed, trusted, and usable at scale. The role connects business users, data owners, technology platforms, and governance standards to enable effective data adoption and regulatory grade data quality. The EDA works across programs and initiatives to guide teams away from legacy and manual data practices toward secure, well defined, and authoritative enterprise datasets while aligning data quality controls to business criticality and collaborating with Data Stewards, Data Owners, Data Producers, and Data Consumers. Key Responsibilities Facilitate delivery of data driven solutions for assigned LOB (Line of Business). Participate in data and analytics projects for assigned LOB Support transition from legacy point solutions to governed enterprise data consumption Conduct root cause analysis and recommend solutions Develop and maintain relationships across assigned LOB Provide guidance for effective data usage across business processes Act as a single point of governance alignment Assess governance maturity and implement enterprise data standards Partner with Data Owners and Stewards to ensure dataset ownership and usage clarity Facilitate adoption and training of data assets and analytics tools Collaborate with technology teams and Business Relationship Managers Work with Enterprise Data Office (EDO) specialists to deliver business value Qualifications 5+ years related experience in data management, data governance, analytics, or related discipline Experience supporting data and analytics initiatives within a Line of Business (LOB) preferred Understanding of Data Governance frameworks and tools, including: Data ownership and stewardship roles Data quality management principles and capabilities Data cataloging and metadata capabilities Data lifecycle and lineage concepts Enterprise data standards and policies Working knowledge of modern data ecosystems, such as data warehousing, cloud platforms and business intelligence tools Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority and drive alignment across competing priorities Strong relationship management skills Strong communication, facilitation, and documentation skills Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Data, Technology, Business, or related fields required This hybrid position requires working in the office three days a week. Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary — designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $110,000 - $136,000, depending on location and level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus. #MID_SENIOR_LEVEL #LI-Hybrid Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential! Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life. By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton. Highlights of our benefits include: Three weeks paid time off the first year Medical, dental and vision insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits Employee Stock Investment Program Tuition Assistance Program Purchase of company funds with no sales charge Onsite fitness center and recreation center* Onsite cafeteria* *Only applicable at certain locations Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response. Additional Locations: Stamford, Connecticut, United States of America