Data Governance Analyst

Medirest Signature; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Data Governance Analyst, where you will support the implementation of a comprehensive data governance framework. Your expertise will ensure data quality and compliance across various domains, collaborating closely with stakeholders. Enjoy a competitive salary and excellent perks, including 26 days of holiday and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with length of service

Generous Pension Scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Cycle to Work schemes

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of data governance principles and practices.
• Experience with Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives.
• Proficient in data management tools and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the data governance vision and strategy.
• Ensure compliance with data-related regulations.
• Provide training and guidance on data governance principles.

Skills

Data governance principles

Analytical skills

Agile project management

Data management tools

Big data cloud approaches

Tools

Azure Purview

Job description

As a Data Governance Analyst, you will support the Data Governance Manager in implementing and maintaining the organisation's data governance framework. Your role will involve ensuring data quality, consistency, and compliance across various data domains. You will work closely with data owners, data stewards, and IT teams to enforce data governance policies and procedures and support Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives.

What you’ll be doing as a Data Governance Analyst

• Assist in developing and articulating the organisation's data governance vision, strategy, and roadmap.
• Support the activation and enforcement of the data governance program vision.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders, including IT teams, business units, and data owners.
• Ensure that master data is accurately represented, consistently defined, and easily accessible across the organisation.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on data governance principles, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in establishing mechanisms for governance oversight, including regular reviews and audits.
• Ensure compliance with data-related regulations and manage data-related risks.
• Support the Data Governance Manager in leading and facilitating council meetings, driving decision-making processes, and ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.

Base Location: Reading - Hybrid.

Working Pattern: 36 Hours.

What you should bring to the role

• Strong understanding of data governance principles and practices.
• Experience with MDM initiatives.
• Familiarity with tools like Azure Purview.
• Proficient in data management tools and technologies.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Experience in agile iterative project management methods.
• Experience in big data cloud approaches.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary between £54,000 and £74,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Access to benefits supporting your health, wellbeing, and finances, including health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers, and life assurance.

Find out more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future for all by supporting our customers, communities, people, and the planet. We’re looking for passionate, skilled people committed to making a difference.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a rewarding, diverse environment where you can make a difference daily. We provide fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working, and excellent benefits. Whether in our call centres or science labs, we seek passionate individuals eager to improve our world.

If you seek a sustainable career where you can impact millions and help protect water resources, join us. We support you every step of the way to build a better future for our customers, region, and planet.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and providing support throughout recruitment. We aim to remove barriers to success and offer assistance as needed.

In times of crisis, we rally to support our customers. Join our team and have the opportunity to become an ambassador, with full training provided. It’s a rewarding way to learn more about our business and colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to high application volume, we may close the advert early. Apply soon to avoid missing out.