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Data Governance Officer

Oliver James
London Contract
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Senior Data Governance Officer
London - 2-3 days per week onsite
£85,000+ Benefits
12 month FTC

Oliver James has partnered with an international banking organisation looking to expand its growing Data Office with the appointment of a Senior Data Governance Analyst.

This is a greenfield environment offering excellent exposure to senior stakeholders, varied project work and the opportunity to help shape the future of Data Governance across the business. The role will focus heavily on governance frameworks, documentation, stewardship models and Microsoft Purview initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the rollout and enhancement of the Data Governance Operating Model

  • Manage ongoing governance initiatives including SharePoint and Microsoft Purview programmes

  • Review and improve governance frameworks, policies and documentation

  • Help define data ownership and stewardship models across the business

  • Work closely with Risk, IT and senior stakeholders on governance activities

  • Conduct data landscape reviews and support wider governance improvements

  • Promote data quality, compliance and governance best practices
Requirements
  • Proven experience within Data Governance or Data Management roles

  • Strong understanding of Data Governance frameworks and operating models

  • Experience working in greenfield or low maturity governance environments

  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

  • Experience with Microsoft Purview and Azure

  • Ability to work independently and bring forward ideas

  • Experience within Financial Services is beneficial but not essential

  • Knowledge of GDPR and wider governance standards preferred

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