Senior Data Governance Analyst

WPP; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Pension plan

Vision & dental insurance

Generous paid time off

Employee discounts

Mental health days

Job summary

WPP Media in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Data Governance Analyst to join our global Data Governance team. You will own QA oversight across data lifecycle, drive quality improvements, and lead cross-functional initiatives to raise data quality.

The role requires independent work across time zones and a hybrid office setup in the UK. The ideal candidate has extensive SQL/Python experience, strong English communication, and a track record in data governance and data hygiene.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in a data analysis, data quality, or data governance role, ideally within a complex data environment.
• Strong command of written and spoken English
• Strong, independent problem-solving skills, coupled with a highly methodical and analytical approach to complex data challenges.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a meticulous approach to work, consistently ensuring data accuracy, reliability, and completeness
• Advanced fluency in SQL and Python, or similar programming languages, for complex data manipulation, modelling, automation, and analysis
• Proficiency with Google Cloud Platform, etc.
• Ability to work effectively and independently, including managing tasks across staggered time zones
• Expert proficiency in Google Sheets and/or Excel, especially with macros, AppScript, VBA, etc.
• Proven experience with data quality, data governance, or data hygiene practices, demonstrating a deep understanding of data lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of weekly dashboards that evaluate datasets for quality and accuracy, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Drive and oversee data cleansing efforts, identifying and resolving complex data quality issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address root causes of data quality problems and implement sustainable improvements.
• Manage BAU tasks from ongoing Data Governance projects to ensure operational excellence.
• Draft client communications and internal reviews when needed.
• Develop frameworks to monitor progress of data quality improvements and translate metrics into insights.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data governance

Data quality

English

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Tools

Looker

Data Studio

Tableau

dbt

GitLab

Google Cloud Platform

Job description

About WPP Media

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by ourpioneeringagentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.

WPP Media is WPP’s AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

For more information, visit wppmedia.com.

3106 - Senior Data Governance Analyst - UK

Role Summary and Impact

The MFG team is seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Data Governance Analyst to join our global Data Governance team. This pivotal role will be responsible for driving quality assurance oversight on critical business processes where data is collected, stored, transformed, or used. You will take ownership of identifying, analyzing, and resolving complex data quality issues, leading coordination efforts with internal and external teams. As a Senior Analyst, you will also independently manage and contribute significantly to strategic Data Governance initiatives, helping to define and implement best practices across the organization.

Some of the things we’d like you to do:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of weekly dashboards that evaluate datasets for quality and accuracy, providing actionable insights and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Actively assist and contribute to the development efforts in building and enhancing dashboards that evaluate datasets for quality and accuracy.
• Drive and oversee data cleansing efforts, including the identification, assessment, and proactive resolution of complex and systemic data quality issues.
• Engage with stakeholders and the internal Data Governance team to proactively address root causes of poor data quality and recommend sustainable improvements.
• Independently execute and manage business-as-usual (BAU) tasks derived from ongoing Data Governance projects, ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Act as a primary point of contact and trusted data expert, collaborating closely with cross-functional stakeholders to troubleshoot intricate data quality errors and facilitate timely, robust issue resolution.
• Develop and implement frameworks to continuously monitor and report on the progress of data quality improvements, translating metrics into strategic insights and identifying trends.
• Proactively identify areas for process and tool enhancement, leading the development and implementation of innovative solutions to significantly uplift overall data quality, efficiency, and scalability.
• Champion the importance of data excellence and actively engage cross-discipline teams to uplift data literacy across the business.
• Develop, document, and enforce comprehensive data processes, standards, and policies to foster a robust culture of data excellence and compliance.
• Take ownership of key components of internal or client projects and drive them to completion.
• Lead and actively contribute to various Data Governance projects and initiatives (such as Data Quality Stewardship and Taxonomy), taking responsibility for specific workstreams or deliverables as required.
• When necessary, draft client communications and presentations for internal review before distribution.

Skills and Experience

Required

• Progressive experience in a data analysis, data quality, or data governance role, ideally within a complex data environment.
• Strong command of written and spoken English
• Strong, independent problem-solving skills, coupled with a highly methodical and analytical approach to complex data challenges.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a meticulous approach to work, consistently ensuring data accuracy, reliability, and completeness
• Advanced fluency in SQL and Python, or similar programming languages, for complex data manipulation, modelling, automation, and analysis
• Proficiency with Google Cloud Platform, etc.
• Ability to work effectively and independently, including managing tasks across staggered time zones
• Expert proficiency in Google Sheets and/or Excel, especially with macros, AppScript, VBA, etc.
• Proven experience with data quality, data governance, or data hygiene practices, demonstrating a deep understanding of data lifecycle management.

Desired

• Previous experience working with a media agency, consultancy, martech company, or similar
• Basic project management skills (e.g., how to use JIRA or similar tools, task prioritization, agile)
• Experience with various BI/visualization tools such as Looker, Data Studio, Tableau, or similar platforms
• Prior experience mentoring junior analysts or leading small data-focused initiatives with limited supervision
• Previous exposure to ETL tools such as dbt and GitLab
• Exposure to writing prompts and interpreting responses from Large Language Models (LLMs) for data-related tasks

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment toBe Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We alsoLead Optimistically,firmly believingin andChampioning Growth and Developmentfor every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees toleveragethe extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at thecutting edgeof marketing and advertising.

WeCreate an Open environmentbuilt on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office eventsshowcasingteam wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens whenwe’rtogether, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment.That’swhywe’veadopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If yourequireaccommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.

Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location