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Data Governance & Quality Analyst

Scottish Water Business Stream Limited
Edinburgh
5 days ago
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The Data Governance & Quality Analyst role supports the Data Governance & Quality Lead to implement our Data Governance Strategy through the creation of data quality standards and reports. Through that work, they will be required to work closely with Business and Functional areas to improve the quality and value of core data assets and support the strategic direction of this new function.

The goal is to make data trustworthy, accurate & accessible so that all areas of business can use it to evaluate and optimize performance. The role will support the embedding of the Data Ownership model and help to ensure that data quality errors are corrected and prevented.

About you

You must possess a solid understanding of information management techniques, such as information lifecycle management, data modelling, data visualisation techniques, conducting audits of data quality, and requirements gathering, in addition to a minimum of one year's experience working in an information or data governance setting. It would be ideal if you had prior experience of data warehouses, synapse databases or other comparable data systems.

To effectively facilitate and document workshops, demonstrations, presentations, and meetings to either elicit or deliver information to an audience of all business levels, you must be well-organized, structured, and able to handle a variety of project documentation, keeping it current and up to date.

What’sinitforyou?

You’llbeakeyteamplayerinoneofthelargestwaterretailersintheUK,withlotsofbenefitsandthechancetogrowyourcareer.

  • Salaryupto£35,000plusbonusupto20%
  • 31daysannualleaveandsixbankholidays
  • Subsidisedstaffrestaurantandfreegymmembership
  • Salarysacrificeschemesincludingelectricvehiclesandcycletowork

About us

Business Stream is one of the largest water retailers in the UK and a trusted service provider to over 300,000 business customers. With over 14 years' experience of operating in a competitive water market - longer than any other retailer - we're the chosen service provider for businesses and organisations ranging from small corner shops to large industrial estates.

Headquartered in Edinburgh and employing around 350 people, we provide a range of services including metering and billing, water efficiency support and, water and waste water management solutions.

As a company, we're forward-thinking, innovative, and passionate about making a positive difference to our customers, our people, local communities, and the environment. Find out more about how we’re Naturally different.

We’re also passionate about providing a great place to work where our colleagues feel trusted, valued, supported and empowered, irrespective of their background or role. We’re committed to providing an inclusive workplace that welcomes and promotes diversity and provides equal opportunities for all.

Life at Business Stream is fast-paced and exciting, where no two days are the same. We're looking to welcome exceptional people into our fantastic team so if you're ready to join us, we'd love to hear from you.

If you think this job is for you we would love to hear from you. Please hit the submit button and send us a copy of your up to date CV.The closing date for all applications is Monday 8December 2025.

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