JUNIOR DATA GOVERNANCE ANALYST

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ABOUT DIGIMASTERS

Digimasters Ltd was founded in 2017 as a digital transformation consultancy focused on technology, business process optimisation and data analytics. Digimasters works across all industries and provides experience in organisations of all sizes. Primarily based in London, UK, we work in many regions including the US, EU, APAC and the Middle East. Digimasters takes on additional talent during large programmes of work. For our engagements with clients in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC), as well as other sectors, we have several roles supporting the delivery of technology, business change, and data programmes.

ROLE

We are seeking a Junior Data Governance Analyst to support projects to develop and operate enterprise data governance frameworks. This role is ideal for someone early in their data career who is eager to work across data ownership, data quality, metadata management, and information governance. You will play a key part in embedding governance practices across the organisation, working closely with data owners, stewards, and technical teams.

The role sits within broader Data Programmes and will help operationalise our governance models using Microsoft Purview, including the Data Map, Data Catalog, and Information Governance modules.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the implementation and maintenance of data governance frameworks.

  • Assist in identifying and documenting data owners, data stewards, and control points across key data domains.

  • Maintain metadata, business glossaries, and data definitions within Microsoft Purview Data Catalog.

  • Help develop and refine data governance processes, workflows, and standards.

  • Support the logging, triage, and resolution of data quality issues, ensuring they are tracked through to closure.

  • Monitor data quality metrics and dashboards, escalating issues where required.

  • Work with data owners and technical teams to investigate root causes and support remediation activity.

  • Assist in defining data quality rules, thresholds, and validation logic.

  • Assist in the classification of sensitive information assets using Purview Information Protection, Classification and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) modules.

  • Apply principles from the EDM Council’s DCAM framework to support maturity assessments and governance improvements.

    EXPECTATIONS IN THE ROLE

    The following skills and attributes will help you succeed in this role:

  • Data Governance Fundamentals: Understanding of data governance concepts such as data ownership, stewardship, data quality, metadata, and lineage.

  • Governance Tooling: Basic experience with Microsoft Purview or similar governance/catalogue tools.

  • Data Privacy & Protection: Awareness of GDPR, data privacy, and information protection principles.

  • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate issues and interpret data.

  • Stakeholder Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.

  • Organisation & Attention to Detail: Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.

    QUALIFICATIONS

  • A recent degree (or equivalent qualification) in Data, Computer Sciences, or a related field

  • Experience using Microsoft Purview Data Map, Data Catalog, Information Governance, or DLP modules.

  • Exposure to data quality tooling, issue management processes, or monitoring dashboards.

  • Familiarity with the DCAM framework or other industry data management standards.

  • Understanding of information classification schemes and retention policies.

    This is a Hybrid role and does require candidates to work in central London as well as remotely. We do not sponsor visas so you must be eligible to already work in the UK

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