Data Governance Analyst

Royal London Group; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fund management company in the UK is seeking a proactive Data Governance Analyst to support data governance and quality initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience in data governance, knowledge of GDPR, and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include implementing governance policies, monitoring data controls, and collaborating with various teams. The company offers competitive benefits and values an inclusive and supportive culture, making it an excellent environment for career growth.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

14% employer matching pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in data governance, including understanding of data risks and GDPR.
• Understanding of Asset Management and client servicing needs.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement Data Governance and Group Data Policies.
• Monitor data-related controls and governance risks.
• Engage with stakeholders to embed policies.

Skills

Data governance understanding

Knowledge of metadata

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with PowerBI

Tools

Snowflake

Solidatus

PowerBI

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Data Governance Analyst to join our Data team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in strengthening and evolving RLAM's data governance and data quality, ensuring our data is accurate, consistent, and timely for business consumers.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the Royal London Group Data Governance and Group Data Policies within RLAM.
• Monitor and oversee data-related controls, including data governance framework risks.
• Fulfil Functional Data Steward responsibilities to ensure data assets adhere to security, protection, privacy, and quality standards (GDPR compliance).
• Act as a point of contact for Group Data Governance and Policy matters, engaging with business stakeholders to embed policies and best practices.
• Develop and maintain data inventories and records of processing.
• Oversee the development of the data inventory and ensure appropriate controls are in place.
• Support the business in identifying and complying with data governance requirements.
• Collaborate with Data Management, Business, Change, and Technology teams to ensure effective data stewardship and compliance.
• Provide expertise for data governance and data quality across RLAM.
• Communicate data governance and data quality in a compelling, impactful way.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in data governance, including understanding of data risks, GDPR, and operational risk management.
• Knowledge of metadata, lineage and data quality processes.
• Understanding of Asset Management, including Institutional, Wholesale, and Insurance client servicing needs.
• Analytical and systems skills, basic finance knowledge, and strong communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Visio) and commonly used tools such as Snowflake and Solidatus or equivalent data governance tools.
• Experience building dashboards in PowerBI and Sigma Snowflake.
• Results-driven, proactive, and able to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage complexity, prioritise effectively, and deliver to tight deadlines.
• Confident communicator with a passion for creativity and a customer-focused mindset.

About the Company

Royal London Asset Management (RLAM), part of the Royal London Group, is one of the UK's leading fund management companies working with a wide range of clients across the globe to achieve their investment goals. Our long-term, client-driven focus means that we have a long-standing commitment to responsible investment. We act as responsible stewards of our clients' capital, exercising their rights and influencing positive change.

Company Culture

Our People Promise to our colleagues is that we will all work somewhere inclusive, responsible, enjoyable and fulfilling. This is underpinned by our Spirit of Royal London values; Empowered, Trustworthy, Collaborate, Achieve.

Benefits

We've always been proud to reward employees by offering great workplace benefits such as 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, an up to 14% employer matching pension scheme and private medical insurance. You can see all our benefits here - Our Benefits