Job Description
Job description:
Acuity Analytics (the trading name of Acuity Knowledge Partners) is a global, tech-first organization helping financial institutions and corporates make better decisions through research, data, analytics and AI-enabled solutions.
We combine deep financial services expertise with strong engineering, digital and AI capabilities to solve complex, real world problems. With a team of 7,200+ analysts, data specialists and technologists across 28 locations, we work with more than 800 organizations worldwide to drive efficiency, unlock insight and deliver measurable impact.
Our success is built on the strength of our people—by investing in talent, encouraging collaboration and creating room to grow, we enable our teams to do their best work for clients. Acuity became an independent business in 2019 following its acquisition from Moody's Corporation by Equistone Partners Europe. In 2023, funds advised by global private equity firm Permira acquired a majority stake, with Equistone remaining a minority investor—supporting our continued growth and innovation.
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Job Purpose
Drive the execution and adoption of data classification policies within business units by embedding governance practices into operational workflows, ensuring data is accurately classified, accessible, and compliant with enterprise standards.
Key Responsibilities
◼ Execute data classification activities within business units, ensuring policies are consistently applied across day-to day operations.
◼ Validate classification outputs in real-world scenarios to ensure accuracy, usability, and business relevance.
◼ Identify sensitive and high-value data within business workflows and ensure appropriate labelling is applied.
◼ Perform stewardship routines including issue triage, approvals, and escalation of classification exceptions.
◼ Drive user adoption through training, communication, and development of SOPs and guidance materials.
Key competencies
◼ Candidates should have a B.E./B.Tech/MCA/MBA in Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field
◼ Demonstrates strong understanding of business processes and data lifecycle across creation, usage, and sharing.
◼ Possesses hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 tools and data handling practices.
◼ Exhibits attention to detail with the ability to validate and improve classification outcomes.
◼ Demonstrates proficiency in classification tools such as Microsoft Purview, along with mandatory experience working with AI-based platforms like Lightbeam AI.
◼ Demonstrates strong communication and user engagement skills to drive adoption.
◼ Analytical problem‑solving mindset with the ability to break down complex issues into actionable steps.
