Data Governance Analyst

Thames Water; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Data Governance Analyst, supporting the Data Governance Manager in implementing a robust data governance framework. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data quality and compliance while providing training on governance principles. The role offers a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and excellent benefits, all in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

26 days holiday per year

Generous Pension Scheme

Health MOTs

Physiotherapy

Counselling

Cycle to Work schemes

Shopping vouchers

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of data governance principles and practices.
• Experience with MDM initiatives.
• Experience in big data cloud approaches.

Responsibilities

• Support the Data Governance Manager in implementing data governance framework.
• Ensure data quality, consistency, and compliance across data domains.
• Provide training and guidance on data governance principles.

Skills

Data Governance

Analytical Skills

Agile Project Management

Tools

Azure Purview

Data Management Tools

Job description

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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

1. Assist in developing and articulating the organisation's data governance vision, strategy, and roadmap.
2. Support the activation and enforcement of the data governance program vision.
3. Collaborate with various stakeholders, including IT teams, business units, and data owners.
4. Ensure that master data is accurately represented, consistently defined, and easily accessible across the organisation.
5. Provide training and guidance to employees on data governance principles, policies, and procedures.
6. Assist in establishing mechanisms for governance oversight, including regular reviews and audits.
7. Ensure compliance with data-related regulations and manage data-related risks.
8. 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 £45,000 and £55,000 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 annual health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers, and life assurance.

Learn 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, supporting our customers, communities, people, and the planet. We seek passionate, skilled individuals committed to making a difference.

Thames Water offers fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and excellent benefits. Join us if you're eager to make a positive impact and help protect water resources for future generations.

Our commitments

We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace, removing barriers to success and offering support throughout the recruitment process. We also encourage our team members to support our customers directly, with full training provided.

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

Additional details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Utilities