Data Governance Analyst

About us

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

IT and Digital works in a harmonised partnership with the National Grid group of diverse energy businesses to deliver technology which revolutionises the way we operate. As we lead the charge towards a carbon-free future, our teams are embracing disruptive changes in our industry by working with Agile methodologies and adopting Digital mindsets to drive efficiency and bring new capabilities for our internal and external customers.

Our work here is critical. National Grid moves energy to millions of homes and businesses in the UK and US and the technology we utilise to complete that task is down to us. The successful applicant for this position will be an integral contributor towards this goal and we will support your professional development as part of our multi-cultural, customer-centric global team.

This role operates under a hybrid working model and is based out of the Warwick, UK office.  Hybrid work expectations are subject to business needs and company policy.

About the Role

The Senior Data Governance Analyst is responsible for supporting the delivery and continuous improvement of the Data Governance service across NGET.

The role translates Data Governance priorities into reporting solutions, governance tooling requirements, delivery plans and measurable outcomes. The role acts as a senior analyst, product owner and delivery lead, working with business stakeholders, information modellers, engineers and delivery teams to implement governance capabilities and roadmap initiatives.

The role is responsible for governance reporting, dashboard development, performance measurement, requirements management, governance tooling backlogs, delivery coordination and stakeholder communications to support the successful implementation and operation of the Data Governance roadmap.

What You'll Do

•    Define, develop and maintain governance reporting, dashboards and performance measures that support assurance activities and provide visibility of Data Governance performance and progress.
•    Gather, document and manage business, reporting and tooling requirements, translating Data Governance priorities into clear deliverables, user stories and implementation requirements.
•    Develop and maintain governance tooling backlogs, working with engineers, information modellers and technical teams to deliver agreed functionality and improvements.
•    Support the design, implementation and continuous improvement of governance processes, reporting capabilities and assurance activities.
•    Support assurance activities through KPI monitoring, evidence collection, performance tracking and reporting.
•    Support delivery of the Data Governance roadmap through backlog management, action tracking, delivery planning, dependency management and progress reporting.
•    Work closely with the Principal Data Governance Manager to translate governance priorities into requirements, delivery plans, reporting solutions and measurable outcomes.
•    Prepare governance communications, presentations, stakeholder updates and supporting documentation.
•    Identify opportunities to improve governance reporting, tooling, processes and ways of working through standardisation, automation and continuous improvement.

About You

•    Operates with a high degree of independence in managing governance reporting, requirements, backlog activities and delivery support.
•    Takes responsibility for translating Data Governance priorities into deliverable requirements, reporting solutions and implementation activities.
•    Manages competing priorities and delivers agreed outcomes with minimal supervision.
•    Works effectively with business and technical stakeholders to support implementation of Data Governance initiatives.
•    Builds strong working relationships across Information Architecture, Data and Technology teams.
•    Provides data-driven insight and reporting to support governance discussions and decision making
•    Works across multiple governance initiatives involving business, data and technology stakeholders.
•    Translates strategic priorities into reporting requirements, tooling enhancements, delivery activities and measurable outputs.

What You'll Get

• Competitive Salary: circa £55,000 – £65,000 per annum (based on capability, and experience)

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates – we make appointments purely on merit, assessed against objective selection criteria. We support flexible working and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process should you have any physical or mental impairment which may affect your ability to participate in the process.

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.