Specialist, ERP Master Data

Arrow McLaren IndyCar; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Racing is seeking a Master Data Specialist to support finance transformation by creating trusted master data for our finance systems. You will cleanse, govern and populate data to align with the Financial Data Model, ERP design and reporting needs, enabling a scalable, auditable finance platform for the future.

Working across Finance and connected business teams, you’ll define standards, coordinate migrations and maintain ongoing data quality, helping drive high-visibility data

Qualifications

• Experience working with master data in finance, ERP or connected business systems.
• Strong understanding of data cleansing, migration, governance and control principles.
• Ability to work with data models, system design requirements and reporting needs.
• Confidence working with stakeholders across Finance, technology and business operations.
• Detail-focused approach, with ability to identify data gaps, inconsistencies and duplication.

Responsibilities

• Audit, define and document target-state master data structures across areas such as customer, supplier, chart of accounts and financial dimensions.
• Apply agreed standards, naming conventions and data policies, supporting clear ownership of core Finance data domains.
• Coordinate data extraction from legacy systems and lead cleansing activity to improve accuracy, completeness and consistency ahead of migration.
• Establish and maintain governance frameworks, approval workflows, audit controls and traceability for master data changes.
• Manage ongoing master data maintenance within ERP and connected systems, monitoring data quality and resolving issues proactively.

Skills

Master data management

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Data modeling

Data cleansing

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Master Data Specialist will play an important role in supporting McLaren Racing’s finance transformation by helping to create trusted, accurate and well-governed master data for our finance systems.

Working across Finance and connected business teams, you will support the cleansing, governance and population of master data, ensuring it is aligned to the Financial Data Model, ERP design and reporting requirements. This role is key to enabling a scalable, auditable and reliable finance platform for the future.

What You’ll Do

• Audit, define and document target-state master data structures across areas such as customer, supplier, chart of accounts and financial dimensions.
• Apply agreed standards, naming conventions and data policies, supporting clear ownership of core Finance data domains.
• Coordinate data extraction from legacy systems and lead cleansing activity to improve accuracy, completeness and consistency ahead of migration.
• Establish and maintain governance frameworks, approval workflows, audit controls and traceability for master data changes.
• Manage ongoing master data maintenance within ERP and connected systems, monitoring data quality and resolving issues proactively.

Company Description

At McLaren Racing, we’re driven to win, inspire our people, excite our fans, and deliver for our partners - while continuously pushing our sport, industry and technology forward.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• Experience working with master data in finance, ERP or connected business systems.
• Strong understanding of data cleansing, migration, governance and control principles.
• Ability to work with data models, system design requirements and reporting needs.
• Confidence working with stakeholders across Finance, technology and business operations.
• A detail-focused approach, with the ability to identify data gaps, inconsistencies and duplication.

Personal Attributes

• Clear communicator who can simplify complex data and system concepts.
• Collaborative working style, with the ability to influence across teams.
• Strong judgement, balancing business needs with system and control requirements.
• Positive approach to change and confidence working in an evolving environment.
• Disciplined and accurate, with an appreciation of the importance of high-quality data.

Additional Information

Success in racing comes from bringing together talented people with different skills, perspectives and experiences. We’re committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to deliver their best work.

Every role has the potential to drive high performance. You’ll be part of a team united by a shared ambition to push boundaries and embody our racing mindset. We invest in our people through opportunities to develop and grow, creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.
Alongside a range of wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities, we’re committed to helping you build a rewarding career and make your mark at McLaren Racing.