Data Governance Analyst

Job title:

Data Governance Analyst

Company:

Buckinghamshire New University

Job description

Full Time – Permanent – High WycombeSalary – £29,179 – £32,546Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Data Governance to join the University. Working within the Digital and Technical Services Directorate (DTS), you will report to the Head of Data Governance.The Data Governance Analyst will be part of the data governance team working on initiatives like data cataloguing, data quality, data classification etc. The role will be central to the success of the University’s Data Management and Integrations Strategy ensuring usage and adoption of the data and metadata of our critical data assets.BNU is at the beginning of this journey, so there will be the opportunity to help define the organisation’s data governance approach. They will work closely with the other data capabilities and broader business, supporting, challenging, and championing data and analytics for better decision making and to assure that statutory and external reporting requirements and standards are met.What we offer:

• a generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
• hybrid working (dependant on business needs)
• training & development support opportunities
• contributory pension scheme
• discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
• a range of staff discounts with major retailers.

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Please click to view our employee handbook.If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.For further information about this role please contact Nicholas Roussel-Milner at Nicholas.roussel-milner@bucks.ac.uk.All applications are to be made in full and online.BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.Closing Date: 30 March 2025Interview Date: W/C 7 April 2025If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.BNU is a employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.LocationHigh WycombeContract TypePermanentSalary Range£29,179 – £32,546Hours per week37Closing Date30/03/2025Ref No1721Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title: Data Governance AnalystFaculty/Directorate: Digital & Technical ServicesGrade: ELocation: High WycombeHours: 37Responsible to: Head of Data GovernanceResponsible for: NoneJob Purpose:The Data Governance Analyst will be part of the data governance team working on initiatives like data cataloguing, data quality, data classification etc. The role will be central to the success of the University’s Data Management and Integrations Strategy ensuring usage and adoption of the data and metadata of our critical data assets. BNU is at the beginning of this journey, so there will be the opportunity to help define the organisation’s data governance approach. They will work closely with the other data capabilities and broader business, supporting, challenging, and championing data and analytics for better decision making and to assure that statutory and external reporting requirements and standards are met.Main Duties & Responsibilities of the role:Utilising data profiling techniques to discover, analyse and assess data quality within the organisation and documenting the characteristics, quality and usability of these data assets contextually within the data catalogue.Assist in defining data quality rules, data classification, and data lineage standards and processes.Creating data quality rules on behalf of the business and identify and report any data quality issues or anomalies found during the data profiling process.Support data governance initiatives by ensuring compliance with data management standards and policies.Proactively suggest enhancements to the data catalogue to improve data discoverability, usability, and governance.Capturing, validating and maintaining various types of metadata within the University’s data catalogue that includes (but not limited to) data definitions, owners, classifications, sources, lineage etc.Working closely with data owners, stakeholders, data analysts, business users etc. to gather and document the above types of metadata information and getting them validated, approved & certified using manual and automated workflows.Regularly updating and enhancing the data catalogue to reflect changes in data assets, data sources and structures, and data governance policies.Hold training and demos for the end-users on the data catalogue tool to ensure easy adoption for the business.Communicate effectively with stakeholders to promote data catalogue adoption, educate users on data catalogue features and benefits, and address any concerns or enquiries related to the data catalogue.Collaborate with other members of the data governance team and wider Directorate to establish and maintain data governance frameworks, data standards, and data stewardship processes.Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g., the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and Diversity) in all working practicesSuch other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.PERSON SPECIFICATIONA = Application T = Test I = InterviewEducation, Qualifications & TrainingMeans of TestingEducated to degree level in a numeric discipline such as mathematics or computer scienceAKnowledge & ExperienceDelivering an excellent customer experienceA/IExperience of analysing complex matters and communicating findingsA/IKnowledge of one or more programming languages and softwareA/IKnowledge of or experience in using statistical methodsA/IDesign, management and analysis of large and complex data setsA/IResearching complex issues and reporting on findingsA/IExperience of working successfully in a teamA/IExperience of working towards and delivering to a timescaleA/IExperience of customer service and communicating at all levelsA/IAwareness of Data Protection and confidentiality issuesA/ISkillsDigitally able and proficient in Microsoft toolsA/ICurious about and having the aptitude to learn new technologiesA/IExcellent written and verbal communication skillsA/IExcellent analytical skills and attention to detailA/IAbility to prioritise tasks and work flexibly on own initiativeA/IAbility to work under pressureA/IAbility to explain complex information and analysis to non-expertsA/ISpecial RequirementsWillingness and ability to work at offsite locationsIFlexible approach to workICommitment to the strategic goals of the UniversityIBBF (Top 3 key behavioural categories most applicable to the role)Finding solutionsTaking a holistic view and working enthusiastically to analyse problems and to develop workable solutions.
Identifying opportunities for innovation.Embracing changeBeing open to and engaging with new ideas and ways of working. Adjusting to unfamiliar situations, shifting
demands and changing roles.Achieving resultsConsistently meeting agreed objectives and success criteria. Taking personal responsibility for getting things

Expected salary

£29179 – 32546 per year

Location

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Job date

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 02:50:31 GMT

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