Senior Data Quality Analyst

Ageas; Eastleigh; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Eastleigh is seeking a Senior Data Quality Analyst to spearhead their data quality strategy. The successful candidate will lead initiatives, collaborate with teams, and ensure high standards of data quality. Applicants must have strong SQL and data quality tool experience along with a passion for enhancing data processes. This full-time role offers a competitive salary in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Health Insurance

Annual Bonus Schemes

Competitive Pension

Minimum 35 days holiday

Well-being activities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a data-focused role, with at least 1 year of hands-on experience in data quality.
• Proven ability to work independently and lead delivery of data initiatives.
• Experience working with data quality tools and ideally Collibra.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of the Data Quality Strategy.
• Deliver high-quality data quality services across the organisation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align data quality activities.

Skills

Data quality tools

SQL

Python for data analysis

Data Governance

Agile/Scrum

Education

DAMA CDMP or equivalent

Data Quality Specialist certification

Tools

Collibra

Snowflake

Databricks

Job description

Senior Data Quality Analyst

Job Title: Senior Data Quality Analyst
Target Start Date: Q4 2025
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Salary Range: £54,400 – £65,000 depending on experience
Location: Eastleigh, Hybrid (1x week)
Closing Date for applications: 7th November

Senior Data Quality Analyst

We’re building a new Data Quality team within our Enterprise Data Services function, and we’re looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Data Quality Analyst to help lead the delivery of our data quality strategy. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in embedding best practices, driving continuous improvement, and supporting transformation programmes across Ageas.

Main Responsibilities as Senior Data Quality Analyst

• Lead the execution of the Ageas Data Quality Strategy
• Deliver high‑quality, consistent, and measurable data quality services across the organisation
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align data quality activities with business goals and our Enterprise Data Strategy
• Inform the development and maintenance of the Data Quality roadmap by providing insights from operational experience and project delivery
• Monitor and report on Data Quality KPIs, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement
• Lead components of the implementation and optimisation of data quality tooling, ensuring effective roll out of the tool and adoption of ways of working
• Act as a subject‑matter expert, guiding Data Stewards, Data Managers, and business users
• Lead issue‑management processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide training and coaching to junior team members and stakeholders
• Support transformation programmes including data migration, integration, and consolidation
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and data excellence

Skills and Experience you need as Senior Data Quality Analyst

• 5+ years in a data‑focused role, with at least 1 year of hands‑on experience in data quality
• Proven ability to work independently and lead delivery of data initiatives
• Experience working with data quality tools and ideally Collibra
• Strong SQL skills and familiarity with Python for data analysis and automation
• Strong knowledge of Data Governance best‑practice and how it compliments Data Quality operations and processes
• Experience working with Snowflake and Databricks platforms
• A proactive mindset with the confidence to challenge existing processes and drive improvement
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments

Qualifications

• DAMA CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) or equivalent
• Recognised Data Quality Specialist certification or training

Desirable

• Experience in the insurance or financial services sector
• Exposure to data migration or transformation programmes

Benefits

At Ageas we offer a wide range of benefits to support you and your family inside and outside of work, which helped us achieve Top Employer status in the UK.

• Flexible Working – Smart Working gives employees flexibility around location (within the UK) and within the working day to manage other commitments. Part‑time and job‑share options are available. Minimum 35 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) with the ability to buy and sell days.
• Health – Dental Insurance, Health Cash Plan, Health Screening, Will Writing, Voluntary Critical Illness, Mental Health First Aiders, Well‑Being Activities – Mindfulness.
• Wealth – Annual Bonus Schemes, Annual Salary Reviews, Competitive Pension, Employee Savings, Employee Loans.
• Workplace – Well‑being activities, mindfulness sessions, Sports and Social Club events.
• Family – Maternity/pregnant parent/primary adopter entitlement of 16 weeks at full pay and paternity/non‑pregnant parent/co‑adopter at 8 weeks’ full pay.
• Benefits for them – Partner Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover.
• Tech – Deals on gadgets including Wearables, Tablets, and Laptops.
• Getting around – Car Salary Exchange, Cycle Scheme, Vehicle Breakdown Cover.
• Supporting you back to work – Return to work programme after maternity leave.

About Ageas

We are one of the largest car and home insurers in the UK. Our People help Ageas to be a thriving, creative and innovative place to work. We show this in the service we provide to over four million customers.

As an inclusive employer, we encourage anyone to apply. We’re a signatory of Race at Work Charter and Women in Finance Charter, member of iCAN and GAIN. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive. If you need support or adjustments during recruitment, we guarantee an interview for applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role. For more information, please see Ageas Everyone.

We have a zero‑tolerance approach towards any form of harassment during the recruitment process, ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and professionalism.

Our aim is to have great people everywhere in our business and we’re always looking for outstanding people to join us. Most roles across Ageas allow a proportion of your time to be spent working from home and we’re open to discussing flexible working, including full‑time, part‑time or job‑share arrangements. To find out more about Ageas, see About Us.

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