Data Governance Analyst

Harnham
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2 months ago
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Data Governance Analyst (6‑Month Contract)

Join a large organisation undergoing a significant data governance transformation. The business is currently implementing changes driven by updated data policies, AI strategy, and best‑practice data management frameworks, with strong executive sponsorship and positive stakeholder engagement across the organisation.


Responsibilities

  • Supporting the implementation of updated data governance policies and associated workflows
  • Managing and embedding the Data Governance Management (DGM) toolkit, including definitions, lineage, and ownership assignment
  • Conducting and following up on data policy and compliance assessments for new initiatives and features
  • Working closely with stakeholders to introduce governance processes into day‑to‑day business operations
  • Maintaining and structuring the Data Hub as the central source for data policies, standards, and processes
  • Communicating governance changes, updates, and best practices clearly across the business
  • Supporting data classification initiatives, including adoption, implementation, and training
  • Liaising with third‑party suppliers to ensure governance and catalogue tools are being used effectively
  • Supporting data literacy programmes and communicating learning initiatives via the Data Hub
  • Identifying and escalating data risks, supporting risk management activities where required

Skills & Experience

  • Experience in data governance, data management, or a closely related data role
  • Working knowledge of GDPR, including DSARs and DPIAs
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate data‑related concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
  • A solid understanding of technical data terminology; background in BI, data analysis, or analytics is highly beneficial
  • High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple governance workstreams
  • Experience identifying data risks and supporting risk management processes
  • Exposure to data modelling concepts (desirable)
  • Experience with data catalogue or governance tools such as Collibra, Informatica, or Precisely
  • Experience sharing and embedding data governance practices across a business

How to Apply

Please register your interest by sending your CV to Mojola Coker via the apply link on this page.


Seniority Level

Entry level


Employment Type

Contract


Job Function

Information Technology


Industries

Data Infrastructure and Analytics


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