Data Governance & Enablement Analyst

Birmingham
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Data Governance & Enablement Analyst

Location: Birmingham | Hybrid - 2/3 days in office

Job Number - J13083

Salary in the region of £38,500 - £46,000

We're looking for a Data Governance & Enablement Analyst to play a key role in shaping how data is managed, trusted, and used across this business

This isn't about enforcing rigid frameworks it's about enabling teams to take ownership of their data. You'll work closely with stakeholders across a range of functions, helping to improve data quality, strengthen accountability, and ensure data is secure, reliable, and well understood.

Acting as a trusted partner to Data Owners and Stewards, you'll translate governance principles into practical, day-to-day ways of working that deliver real impact.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys influencing stakeholders, working collaboratively, and embedding data best practices in a forward-thinking, data-driven environment.

What you'll be doing

• Working with Data Owners, stewards, or business domain leads

• Build strong stewards' community across business area

• Support leader in understanding the impact of data quality and governance on strategic decision making

• Translate insights into clear improvement actions with measurable outcomes

• Support the evolution and continuous improvement of governance policies, standards, and processes.

What we're looking for

• Someone who can turn data governance principles into practical, everyday actions that teams can adopt with confidence

• A natural collaborator who thrives working across departments, building strong relationships with Data Owners, Stewards, and business leads

• Comfortable influencing stakeholders at all levels, using insight and advice to drive better decision-making

• Skilled at simplifying complex data concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-technical colleagues

• Experienced in embedding data quality and governance practices in large or complex organisations

• Able to apply recognised frameworks (like DAMA DMBoK) in a pragmatic, business-focused way

• Analytical and solution-oriented, spotting issues and opportunities in data and processes

• Enthusiastic about coaching and enabling teams, helping them take ownership of their data

• Organised and capable of balancing multiple priorities while keeping stakeholders aligned

• Familiarity with data management, reporting, or governance tools is a plus

• Passionate about making data trusted, understandable, and impactful across the organisation

Nice to have

• Experience with data governance and management tooling ( Collibra, Informatic, Alation or Azure Purview

• Relevant profession certification ( e.g CDMP )

• Experience within higher education or a similarly complex, federated organisation.

If you're looking for an impactful role with ownership and partnership within a team, click apply

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