Data Governance Analyst

Overview

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We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential.

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At British Gas, our mission is to sell it and mend it. We’ve been powering the UK’s homes and businesses for over 200 years – but supplying energy is just part of what we do. We’re making the UK greener and more energy efficient, getting closer to Net Zero. By using clever tech like thermostats, heat pumps, solar panels and EV chargers, we’re making it cheaper and easier for our customers to reduce their carbon-footprint.

Role details

Flexible / Hybrid working

Full-Time – Permanent

British Gas Business is looking for a dedicated Data Governance Analyst to support the implementation and maintenance of Data Governance (DG) policies and practices.

This role plays an important part in our business. You’ll need to be methodical, proactive, and keen to keep things moving forward. You will manage the data lifecycle, ensuring data is treated as a valuable asset to unlock its full potential. You’ll work alongside our Fair Usage AI Policy, ensuring compliance with our operating model and supporting ethical, responsible data practices.

This is a hands-on role, working closely with and supporting our Governance Manager to embed governance principles across the organisation.

Key aspects of this role are:

• Policy Implementation: Assist in the implementation and enforcement of data governance policies, standards, and procedures.
• Compliance Monitoring: Monitor compliance with data governance policies and regulatory requirements.
• Data Stewardship: Promote data stewardship and best practices within BGB.
• Utilise Technology: Leverage technology to support policy implementation and compliance monitoring.
• Issue Resolution: Identify and resolve data governance issues and discrepancies.
• Documentation: Maintain and update documentation of data governance processes and standards.
• Collaboration: Work with business stakeholders and distributed BU Data Stewards to support data governance initiatives.
• Training and Awareness: Assist in developing and delivering training programs to enhance data governance awareness and skills.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Experience in Data Governance or a related field.
• Comprehensive understanding of Data Governance frameworks and best practices.
• Proficiency with Data Governance tools and technologies.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to Data Governance (e.g., GDPR).
• Experience working within data communities and technical environments.
• Proven ability to drive adoption of Data Governance/management frameworks.
• Strong understanding of data governance, data management, and data quality principles.
• Awareness of regulatory compliance and data stewardship best practices.
• Basic experience in Data Mapping and Data Management.

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