Data Governance Analyst

Data Governance Analyst

Hybrid - 2 days per week.

The Role:

We are seeking a proactive and confident Data Governance Analyst to join a large distribution business. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and strengthen data governance practises, ensuring high-quality, well-structured, and secure data across the organisation.

You will play a pivotal role in driving data cataloguing, classification, and lineage, with exposure to modern data governance tools like Microsoft Purview (or similar), and engage with emerging technologies such as AI agents and automation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement robust data governance frameworks.
• Drive data cataloguing, classification, and metadata management initiatives, ensuring sensitive and security-critical information is appropriately handled.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve data processes, ensure compliance with GDPR, and promote a culture of data stewardship.
• Provide support to teams with clear documentation and guidance on data usage and governance.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you should have experience with data governance, metadata management, and data quality processes. You should also be familiar with a data governance tool such as Microsoft Purview (or similar) and comfortable working with metadata concepts like data dictionaries, classification, and data that describes data.

Additionally, you should have an understanding of Microsoft Fabric and its role in modern data ecosystems. Awareness of emerging trends in AI and automation within data governance is also desirable.

Excellent interpersonal skills are a must, as you will be expected to confidently and effectively engage stakeholders.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of SQL, Power BI, or Microsoft Power Platform.
• Experience within large, complex organisations.