Data Governance Analyst

Insight Global; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Data Governance Analyst in Boston. This full-time, hybrid role involves collaborating with stakeholders to improve data quality and support governance initiatives. You will analyze data, develop reports, and drive continuous improvement in a prestigious global law firm. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in data governance, strong SQL skills, proficiency with Excel, and familiarity with tools like Tableau and PowerBI. The role offers an annual salary between $115,000 and $130,000 and is eligible for a discretionary bonus.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of data governance experience, preferably in legal or financial services.
• Proficiency with Excel and strong SQL skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to define data elements and quality standards.
• Analyze data for accessible business insights.
• Develop reports and dashboards for decision making.
• Drive continuous data quality improvements.

Skills

Data governance experience

SQL proficiency

Excel skills

Business analysis

MicroStrategy experience

Exposure to data privacy laws

Tools

Tableau

PowerBI

MicroStrategy

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Data Governance Analyst to join a prestigious global law firm client. This firm generates over $3 billion in revenue and caters to clients in key hubs of business, finance, technology, and government. The analyst will partner closely with data engineers, BI architects, developers, and business stakeholders to improve data quality, enable self service analytics, and support enterprise reporting and data governance initiatives.

Daily Responsibilities

• Collaborate with data owners and stewards to define key data elements, quality standards, and governance practices
• Analyze data and present insights in clear, accessible formats for business stakeholders
• Develop reports and dashboards to support operational and strategic decision making
• Interpret data trends and patterns to provide actionable business insights
• Drive continuous data quality improvements by identifying issues and implementing sustainable mitigation plans
• Develop and publish data quality dashboards to increase transparency and stakeholder confidence
• Maintain system documentation, core data models, data lineage, report inventory, and data dictionary
• Support stakeholder inquiries, perform stewardship tasks, and conduct QA testing for enhancements and small projects

This is a full-time position, hybrid 3 days a week, in Boston.

Compensation

$115,000-$130,000 per year annual salary.

This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, geographic location, education, and consideration of internal equity.

Skills and Requirements

• At least 3 years of data governance experience, preferably within legal services or financial services industry
• Proficiency with Excel, strong SQL skills (writing SQL queries), and experience utilizing Tableau, PowerBI, or MicroStrategy
• Excellent analytical skills and understanding of relational databases and data management practices
• Exceptional business analysis, problem-solving, and relationship management skills
• MicroStrategy experience
• Exposure to data privacy laws

EEO Statement

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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