Data Governance & Quality Analyst

Solihull
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Solihull based (Hybrid working, in office 2 days per week)

£50K - £60K

This role involves working in a wider Data & BI team but being the sole Data Governance & Quality Analyst within the team and business.

Working for a leading global organisation, they are looking for a data governance expert, engaging with leadership and other key stakeholders in the organisation and external providers to drive adoption of good data management practice across the business.

Role responsibilities:

Work collaboratively across the business functions to implement and drive a suite of Data Governance policies, practices, and procedures to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance.
Be the data governance expert, engaging with leadership and other key stakeholders in the wider business and external providers to drive adoption of good data management practice across the business.
Oversee the generation, review and use of metrics associated with data governance and quality assurance to ensure adherence to policies and report findings.
Drive the creation of a metadata repository solution and the improvement of current data and report dictionary solutions.
Embedding a strong data management culture within the organisation by advocating the Data Governance strategy and proactively challenging colleagues.
Attend the data governance board and co-ordinate broader data governance activities.
Work with data owners and stewards to identify data quality challenges and implement data improvement plans.
Continually looking for innovative ways to make improvements based on the latest trends and research.Experience needed:

Can demonstrate experience in a technical data quality related function.
Experience in designing and implementing a process related to data quality assurance oversight.
Experience of designing, analysing an interpreting metrics to identify weaknesses in processes.
Strong stakeholder management skills - demonstrable experience of implementing data governance frameworks and influencing at a senior level to gain buy in and acceptance.
Solid understanding of data quality concepts, standards, and industry best practices.
Proficient in data profiling techniques and data quality assessment methodologies.
Knowledge of data governance frameworks, data stewardship, and data lifecycle management.
Familiarity with data management technologies, databases, and data warehousing concepts.
Understanding of relevant data protection and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).Please apply asap if interested. Great perks and flexibility in role. GleeIT

Data Governance & Quality Analyst

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