Analyst UK - Master Data

National Grid plc; Warwick; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid plc is seeking a Senior Data Management Analyst to drive SAP MDG/S/4HANA governance across Customer, Vendor and Finance master data. You will lead data quality initiatives, support audits, and guide governance improvements while leveraging Power Platform and AI to automate processes.

The role focuses on delivering robust governance, coordinating with stakeholders globally, and enabling data-driven decision-making within Finance and Enterprise Business Services.

Qualifications

• Experience with SAP MDG and S/4HANA for master data governance in Finance, Customer and Vendor data.
• Experience supporting audits, control walkthroughs, evidence collection and compliance activities.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills with strong data presentation capabilities.
• Proven ability to produce dashboards and MI to support business decisions.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Committed to data governance, MDG and continuous development.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills to drive governance adherence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support master data governance, data quality and business transformation projects.
• Coordinate requirements, manage risks and dependencies, deliver sustainable value within scope and timelines.
• Support audit activities, maintain evidence and ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Drive digital transformation using Power Platform and AI to automate processes and strengthen data quality.

Skills

MDG & S/4HANA

Audit & compliance

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Dashboards & BI

Stakeholder management

Data governance & quality

Power BI

Communication & influencing

Attention to detail

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Team Data, Analytics and Insights Business Unit Finance and Enterprise Business Services Requisition No. 10690 City Warwick, GB, CV34 6DA Date posted 8 September 2026

At National Grid, we're at the heart of the energy transition, connecting millions of people to the energy they use every day. As we invest in building and upgrading the network needed for a cleaner, more secure energy future, procurement plays a vital role in delivering the infrastructure, partnerships and innovation that make it possible.

Job Purpose

The Data Management Senior Analyst plays a key role in driving excellence in Master Data Management (MDM) and Data Governance across National Grid, with a particular focus on SAP S/4HANA and Master Data Governance (MDG).

The role is responsible for the accurate, timely, and controlled creation, maintenance, and governance of Customer, Vendor, Business Partner, and Finance Master Data. As a subject matter expert in MDG processes and technology, the individual will ensure master data is managed in accordance with governance policies, control requirements, and business objectives.

Working closely with business stakeholders, data owners, and global teams, the Data Management Senior Analyst will drive improvements in data quality, governance, and operational efficiency while helping shape future ways of working and supporting the adoption of best practices across National Grid.

The role is also accountable for supporting audit activities, facilitating control walkthroughs, maintaining audit evidence, and ensuring compliance with internal control frameworks and regulatory requirements.

In addition, the role will support digital transformation initiatives through the adoption of Microsoft Power Platform and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, identifying opportunities to automate processes, enhance data quality, strengthen controls, and reduce manual effort.

The successful candidate will lead and support master data, governance, and business transformation projects, applying project management disciplines to define requirements, coordinate stakeholders, manage risks and dependencies, and deliver sustainable business value in line with agreed scope, timelines, and governance standards.

Knowledge, Experience and Technical Know How

• SAP MDG and S/4HANA expertise, with strong knowledge of Finance, Customer and Vendor master data governance.
• Experience supporting audits, control walkthroughs, evidence collection and compliance activities.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, with strong analytical and data presentation capabilities.
• Skilled in producing dashboards, reports and management information to support business decisions.
• Strong stakeholder management, with confidence to challenge, reject or lift non-compliant requests.
• Collaborative team player with experience working across functions to ensure data accuracy and compliance.
• Committed to a career in Data Governance, MDM and Data Quality, with a focus on continuous development.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills to drive governance adherence and data quality awareness.
• High attention to detail, ensuring master data changes comply with policies, controls and governance standards.
• Strong organisational skills, able to prioritise workloads and manage competing demands effectively.
• Proactive, accountable and solution-focused, with a strong commitment to data governance.
• Experience with Power BI and reporting tools to monitor data quality and communicate governance insights.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years Finance Data Governance Experience, Data Management experience, S/4HANA, MDG expertise on process and technical, High level stakeholder engagement
• Experience in data quality and governance expert, Project Management expert, Experience in leading data governance projects.

More Information

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organization, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.

National Grid operates in both the UK and US, with a broad portfolio of energy businesses dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable power.

From electricity and gas transmission to advancing clean energy and modernising grids, our work covers every aspect of the energy system.

Our energy flows through absolutely everything we do

Life here at National Grid is more than just our purpose or our values, it’s everything we put into everything we do. It’s our commitment to diversity and inclusion; how we help our employees learn and grow; and how we partner with and support the communities where we live and work. It’s all this, and so much more.

We leverage our collective strengths to do meaningful BIG work so that we can be at the heart of a fair and affordable energy future.

Your salary is reviewed each year against the market for your role, skills, knowledge and experience.

Incentive

Annual performance plan or bonus (depending on your role) rewards your contribution to our success each year.

Retirement

Generous pension plan with company contributions up to 12%.

Private medical insurance for self and family.