Data Governance SME

Data Governance SME

Hybrid, London Location

Why work for us?

This is an exciting to for us as we develop our data capability to support our continued growth. We’re hiring a Data Governance SME to support the Data Architects with the implementation of Data Quality Management and governance through the design and delivery of a flexible, business value focussed governance framework.

We welcome your application if you have an advanced understanding of data governance principles and practices as well as experience with MDM initiatives. Read on to find out more....

• Competitive salary in the region of £70000 to £75000
• A workplace pension scheme
• Hybrid working, with collaborative days in our Leatherhead office
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to purchase and sell up to 5 days holiday per year (pro rata)
• Private health and dental cover
• Support and investment in your personal development
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders

What we do

Premium Credit is the leading provider of insurance premium finance and a range of annually charged services, including tax, regulatory and accountancy fees, sports season tickets, memberships and school fees in the UK and Ireland. We are a multi award winning business lending more than £4.5 billion to over 2.5 million customers through a network of almost three thousand partners- and growing.

Certified as a Great Place to Work, we’re a successful business with a Trustpilot rating of 4.5, a Net Promoter Score of +78, a Glassdoor rating of 4.1 and a Silver Sustainability medal.

The Role

This is an exciting time of growth for us, and we are hiring a Data Governance SME to help us continue this success. This is a great opportunity to develop a varied and rewarding career with a company that invests in, recognises and rewards its people.

Reporting to the Senior Data Architect, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, consistency and reliability of data across systems and business processes.

You will also:

- Be responsible for the management of the Data Governance Forum to ensure DQ issues are recorded and tracked to resolution, collaborating with data stewards, business analysts and IT to determine resolutions and assign action

- Distribute data quality reports to relevant stakeholders

- Mature the development and implementation of data governance frameworks, policies and standards across the organisation

- Define and monitor key DQ metric and trends

- Identify where standards and not currently met and propose resolutions

- Manage and monitor adherence to all data architecture policies and standards

Who we are looking for

If you’re an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, able to work collaboratively with others and are looking to make a difference, this is a brilliant opportunity to advance your career to the next level with our sector-leading company. At Premium Credit, you will be supported to develop and expand your skills, knowledge and experience.

To be successful as our Data Governance SME, you will have advanced Excel skills and a strong understanding of data governance principles and practices, including data quality management, data stewardship and data lifecycle management. In addition you should have;

- Experience with MDM initiatives, ensuring data consistency and accuracy across the organisation

- Familiarity with tools such as Azure Purview for data cataloguing and metadata management

- Knowledge of records management and retention practices, with experience using tools such as SharePoint or other lifecycle management systems

- Advanced analytical skills to monitor and manage data quality, perform root cause analysis and address data-related issues

- Ability to quickly assimilate key concepts for example operational business structures, business glossary definitions and architecture principles.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments or accommodations for applicants, so if you need assistance or support during the recruitment process, please let us know on the application form.

If you are made an offer of employment you will be required to prove your eligibility to work in the UK before you start work. You must reside in the UK from the start date of this role; unfortunately we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

To ensure you can work from home efficiently you will be asked to provide your internet speed at the application stage.

Premium Credit are an equal opportunities employer with a strong and passionate commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. We are open to part-time working and job share.

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All postholders will be subject to appropriate pre-employment vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to appointment.

So, if role appeals to you and you’re looking to join an industry-leading organisation, please apply.

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we identify a number of suitable candidates. All applicants will be advised if the vacancy closes early.

We are not engaging agency support for this role and respectfully ask that agencies do not submit unsolicited candidate details to Premium Credit Limited in relation to this role.