Data Governance Analyst - London

Michael Page; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Data Governance Analyst in London to support data governance initiatives and ensure compliance in the financial services sector. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of data governance frameworks, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development in a large organisation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension contributions

Healthcare options

Generous holiday leave

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of data governance frameworks, tools, and best practices.
• Experience with customer master data and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data governance frameworks and policies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define data standards.
• Monitor and report on data governance metrics.

Skills

Data governance frameworks

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration with teams

Tools

Data management tools

Job description

Data Governance Analyst

As a Data Governance Analyst in the financial services industry, you will play a key role in supporting data governance initiatives and ensuring regulatory compliance. This permanent position is based in London and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading analytics team.

Client Details

This role is with a well-established and respected organisation within the financial services sector. They operate as part of a large organisation, leveraging their expertise to provide innovative and reliable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data governance frameworks and policies to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Support the management of data quality, integrity, and security across various systems and processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define data standards and best practices within the analytics department.
• Monitor and report on data governance metrics and key performance indicators.
• Conduct data audits and recommend improvements to enhance data reliability and usage.
• Provide guidance and training to teams on data governance principles and tools.
• Assist in risk assessments related to data management and governance.
• Work closely with IT and business units to align data governance strategies with organisational goals.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of data governance frameworks, tools, and best practices.
• Experience with customer master data (e.g., client onboarding, KYC, CRM systems, reference data).
• Understanding of customer data flows through different business processes and systems.
• Experience applying governance frameworks, lineage, and quality controls to customer data.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements related to customer data (e.g., BCBS 239, data privacy laws).
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in working with data management tools and software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• A collaborative approach to working with cross‑functional teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary in the range of 60,000 to 85,000, depending on experience.
• Standard benefits package, including pension contributions and healthcare options.
• Generous holiday leave to support a healthy work‑life balance.
• Opportunities to work within a large organisation in the financial services industry.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture based in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Data Governance Analyst to make a significant impact. If you meet the criteria, we encourage you to apply today.