Junior Data Governance Analyst

6 month contract. £475-£500 per day 2-3 days a week based in London (Liverpool St)

About Our Client

This organisation is a large entity operating within the financial services sector.

Job Description

Strong expertise in data governance, data quality, metadata management, data profiling, analysis, and data management tools. Lead the implementation of data governance practices within the Risk and Finance domains, aligning with BCBS239 regulatory standards. Owns the end-to-end data definition, lineage, and governance responsibilities for prioritised use cases. Oversee changes to business data requirements, ensuring proper execution of change and release management activities within the data domains. Contributes to meeting regulatory requirements by helping establish processes that deliver accurate, complete, timely, and reliable data. Collaborates with divisional stakeholders to develop and implement data standards and drive adoption across EMEA. Participate in various data governance and program-level forums to strengthen the bank's overall data governance framework. Works closely with business, compliance, technology, and other teams to define and communicate data-related business requirements for initiative planning and prioritization. Supports investigations into data quality issues, developed remediation plans, and recommended solutions to resolve root causes. Maintains consistent communication with cross-functional teams to provide updates, ensure alignment, and track progress effectively.

The Successful Applicant

Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in data governance, data quality, profiling, and data analysis. In-depth understanding of BCBS239 requirements, gained through work in Tier 1 and Tier 2 banking environments. Experienced in engaging and communicating effectively with senior leadership, including board-level stakeholders. Skilled in interpreting complex data structures and performing advanced calculations within Risk and Finance domains. Comprehensive knowledge of the Risk and Finance data landscape, including data governance frameworks and regulatory requirements across business and technology functions. Able to take an enterprise-wide view, avoiding siloed approaches to data management and governance. Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and a proven ability to implement effective, practical solutions. Demonstrates strong stakeholder management skills, securing buy-in and collaboration across EMEA teams. Works closely with business stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of issues, escalating blockers through appropriate governance forums. Solid understanding of physical, logical, and business data models. Experienced in business process modelling using tools like Microsoft Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint. Effective team player with the ability to operate independently and deliver results with minimal supervision. Strong presentation skills and a confident, professional communication style. Self-driven and resilient, able to manage and resolve complex challenges independently. Holds a university degree or equivalent experience, ideally in a quantitative or related discipline. Familiar with Collibra and other data governance platforms.

What's on Offer

Competitive daily rate of £475.00 to £500.00 (umbrella). Temporary role offering flexibility and variety. Opportunity to work with a reputable organisation in the financial services industry. Engaging role with exposure to impactful data-driven projects. Based in Liverpool Street