Data Governance Analyst

Data Governance Analyst
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Data Governance Analyst to join our London based law firm on a permanent basis.
Responsibilities and Duties:
* Working closely with Data Stewards and business stakeholders to understand their data needs and requirements. Supporting adoption of the Firm's Data Governance Framework and participate in Data Stewards Council meetings.
* Supporting the development, maintenance and adoption of the Firm's Metadata Register, including the Business Data Glossary, Data Dictionary, Critical Data Element (CDE) Register, Data Ownership Matrix, Systems of Record, Systems of Use and Data Quality Rules.
* Develop and maintain business process and data lineage information to improve understanding of how data is created, captured, transformed, shared and used across the Firm.
* Develop user stories, use cases and functional requirements, while prioritising and tracking issues and actions through the relevant governance processes.
* Establish and manage reference data and reference list processes, including consistent approaches to ownership, maintenance, approval and use.
* Develop and deliver Data Steward training, communications and guidance, ensuring training materials remain accurate and up to date.
* Promote adoption and effective use of the Firm's data artefacts, processes and standards by Data Stewards and the wider Firm.
* Supporting implementation of the Firm's Data Strategy through initiatives that improve data management, resolving data-related issues and enable better use of data.
Data Governance Analyst
Knowledge, Sills and Experience:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree
* 2-4 years' experience of a similar role, ie Business Analyst or Data Governance Analyst
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Good understanding of data management, data governance, data quality and metadata principles
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across business and technology teams
* Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Data Governance Analyst
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