Data Governance Analyst

Cookie Policy - Privacy Message Application Security Management (ASM) cookie s If you ignore the cookie banner or choose to decline To support our careers site and recruitment journey we use third party websites. When entering these websites you will be subject to the cookie policies of that website. Please familiarise yourself with these cookie policies and make choices based on your needs.Cookie duration depends on the cookie type: \_ga - Expires after 2 years (1st party) \_gat\_UA-nnnnnnn-nn gid - Expires after 1 day (1st party) \_ga\_nnnnnnnnnn - Expires after 2 years (1st party)Data Governance Analyst page is loaded Data Governance Analystlocations: Skipton, Englandtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR3469 Hours: Full time hybrid working, 35 hours per week Salary: up to £42,500 depending on experience Salary: £42,500 Per Annum Closing Date: Wed, 26 Nov 2025Not just another building society. Not just another job.We're the fourth biggest building society in the UK and what makes us a bit different is that we're a mutual organisation. We don't have shareholders; we're owned by our members.Our colleagues say Skipton's a great place to work, and you could be one of them, bringing with you new ideas on how we can keep customers at the heart of what we do.Whatever your background, and whatever your goals, we'll help you take the next step towards a better future.You'll be joining our growing Data Capabilities team, working alongside skilled Data and Software professionals in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.As a Data Governance Analyst, you'll play a vital role in shaping the Society's data governance and data management, reviewing and updating frameworks and policies, standardising data management practices, implementing data quality controls and monitoring and reporting success, applying your expertise to support our enterprise-wide data strategy. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the wider business to analyse and profile data throughout its lifecycle, proactively identifying quality and regulatory data issues and helping ensure our decisions are powered by trusted, high-quality data.Skipton values work/life balance and we are proud to support hybrid and flexible working, where possible. We have a newly refurbished head office which offers a vibrant and collaborative working space.We have a range of other benefits available to you including; Annual discretionary bonus scheme 25 days standard annual leave + bank holidays + rising 1 day per year of service to a maximum of 30 days Holiday trading scheme allowing the ability to buy and sell additional annual leave days Matching employer pension contribution (up to 10% per annum) Colleague mortgage (conditions apply) Salary sacrifice scheme for hybrid & electric car A commitment to training and development Private medical insurance for all our colleagues 3 paid volunteering days per annum Diverse and inclusive colleague networks available for you to join including our Carers and Pride Alliance groups We care about your health and wellbeing - we provide a range of benefits that support this including cycle to work initiative and discounted gym membershipThe Data Governance Analyst is responsible for driving improvements in data maturity and enhancing data quality across the Society, through: Designing effective Data Management standards and processes that support the data strategy, reduce risk, and ensure compliance with data-related regulatory requirements. Supporting and collaborating with a network of Data Owners and Stewards across the Society to embed robust Data Governance and Data Management controls and foster a culture of data value and accountability. Assessing, monitoring and improving the quality of data in alignment with our data strategy and its initiatives. Collecting, collating, and profiling data from across the Society to uphold high standards of data quality. Understanding the importance purpose of a data asset model and the implementation of it across the society Capturing business data requirements across SBS' key data domains to ensure data solutions meet organisational needs. Establishing and monitoring data management KPIs and metrics to track performance and drive continuous improvement. Regularly assessing and refining data management and data governance processes and policies in line with industry best practices. Ensuring SBS' Data Management Frameworks are operational across divisions and teams. Producing regular data quality reports, highlighting improvements and surfacing issues for resolution. Documenting and maintaining data records, including data lineage, indexes, and data dictionaries. Strong understanding of data governance and data management concepts, principles, and best practices (e.g. DAMA, DCAM) Experience working as a data governance analyst or in a similar role with data management responsibilities Understanding of SQL or a similar programming language An understanding of data reporting and analysis software, including methodologies for data profiling and maintaining high-quality data Problem solving - ability to identify creative and informed solutions to overcome data issues Effectively communication, Liaising and closely working with technical and non-technical stakeholders across the society Ability to impart knowledge, upskill, and advise stakeholders across the Society Experience Strong ability to engage with diverse stakeholders to gather and translate data quality requirements into actionable solutions Skilled in building and maintaining positive relationships with internal teams and external partners to support data initiatives Working with customer or financial data in a regulatory environment with understanding of key concepts as data classification and data quality Proven experience managing data and processes across enterprise environments, with an understanding of database architecture and schema design Desirable experience Proficient in querying large datasets using SQL or similar tools to extract, analyse, and validate data Hands-on experience with data profiling tools or data management tools Understanding of statistical tests and methodologies for assessing data quality Background as a data governance analyst or in a similar role, with practical experience in profiling data, data security, data retention, data lineage and implementing data quality rules and checks