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Location: Reading | Hybrid – 2 days a week in the office

Full-time

Salary: £45,000–£55,000 depending on experience


Are you passionate about turning chaos into clarity through data? We’re on the lookout for aData Governance Analystwho’s ready to roll up their sleeves and help us drive data quality, consistency, and compliance across the business.

Reporting to the Data Governance Manager, you'll be instrumental in embedding a strong data governance framework, collaborating with data stewards, owners, and IT stakeholders to ensure our data is treated like the prized asset it is. You'll also play a key role in Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives, helping to build a more connected, intelligent organisation.


Responsibilities:

  • Supporting the development and execution of the company’s data governance vision, strategy, and roadmap.
  • Helping activate and enforce governance programs across the organisation.
  • Partnering with IT, business units, and data owners to align on governance goals.
  • Making sure master data is accurate, consistent, and accessible enterprise-wide.
  • Delivering training and guidance on data governance policies and best practices.
  • Assisting with the setup of governance oversight mechanisms, including audits and regular reviews.
  • Ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and helping manage data-related risks.
  • Backing the Data Governance Manager in running council meetings, facilitating key decisions, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.


Requirements:

  • 3+ years’ experience in data governance, data quality, or MDM-related roles.
  • Relevant qualifications such as a degree in Data Management, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field. Certifications in data governance or data management (e.g. DAMA CDMP, Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals, or equivalent) are advantageous.
  • A solid grasp of data governance concepts, frameworks, and best practices.
  • Hands-on experience working on Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives.
  • Familiarity with tools likeAzure Purviewor similar data cataloging solutions.
  • Comfort with modern data management tools and technologies.
  • Sharp analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Exposure to agile or iterative project delivery methods.
  • Understanding of big data and cloud-based data ecosystems.


What’s in it for you:

  • A competitive salary between £45,000 and £55,000, based on experience.
  • 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing to 30 with length of service.
  • A generous AON pension scheme.
  • A robust benefits package covering your health, wellbeing, and finances — including annual health checks, access to counselling and physio, Cycle to Work scheme, shopping discounts, and life assurance.
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