Senior Data Governance Analyst
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LocationCheadle, England, gb
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
DepartmentData & BI
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedSep 3, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Relevant background and experience across Data Governance, Data Quality, Data Management, Business Intelligence, Data Engineering, Data Science or a closely related discipline
Demonstrable experience implementing, operating or materially improving a formal Data Governance Framework
Strong practical knowledge of data ownership, stewardship, data quality, metadata management, business glossaries, data lineage, data classification and critical data elements
Ability to influence, advise and constructively challenge senior stakeholders, including where there is no direct authority
Experience developing and embedding data governance policies, standards, procedures and proportionate controls
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, including root cause analysis and the ability to translate complex findings into practical recommendations
Intermediate Excel and SQL skills, with the ability to interrogate data and evidence conclusions
Experience with Databricks, Unity Catalog, Microsoft Purview or equivalent modern data and governance platforms
Experience with data governance, metadata, modelling or data quality tools such as Collibra, Alation, Informatica, Erwin, Hackolade or equivalent
Experience engaging and managing third-party suppliers or technology partners
DAMA CDMP certification or another recognised data management qualification
Experience of a major programming language is beneficial
Skills
Excel
SQL
Databricks
Unity Catalog
Microsoft Purview
Collibra
Alation
Informatica
Erwin
Hackolade
Benefits
Holiday leave
Birthday leave
Free holiday homes
Buy and sell holidays
Discretionary bonus
Shared reward bonus
Pension contribution
Health cash plan
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Critical illness cover
Travel loans
Ride to work scheme
Free gym access
Local discounts
Company Description
Benefits of working at Together
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Based on site in Cheadle (SK8 3GW) - Monday to Friday
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26 days holiday, and a day off for your birthday (increasing with service to 30 days), plus bank holidays
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Free access to company holiday homes
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Buy & sell holidays
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Discretionary annual bonus plus an additional Shared Reward Bonus
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Matched pension contribution
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Health cash plan plus Private medical insurance
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Life assurance and Critical illness cover
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Travel season ticket loans and Ride to work scheme
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Free local gym access
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Local bar / restaurant discounts
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Company Description
We’re Together. For over 50 years, we’ve helped thousands of people, businesses and professionals unlock their property ambitions with our common-sense approach to mortgages and secured loans.
We take the time to understand our customers and our door is always open, so we can often help when other lenders can’t or won’t. Based in Cheadle, Cheshire, our 950 colleagues help our customers throughout the UK, backed by the power of a £8 billion loan book.
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Job Description
About the role
As a Senior Data Governance Analyst here at Together you will provide subject matter expertise and leadership in the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Together’s Data Governance Framework. You will drive data ownership, stewardship, data quality, metadata management and governance maturity across the organisation as a recognised expert in the data, processes and controls.
As a trusted adviser to the business and technical and delivery stakeholders alike, you will be leading governance initiatives; influencing decision making and embedding practical data management controls that support regulatory compliance, operational effectiveness and strategic business outcomes.
This is also a great opportunity to be involved in data architecture activities including contributing to data modelling, source-to-target mapping, data structure definition and the assessment of data impacts across change. Crucially, as an experienced Senior member of the Team, you will be supporting our Data Governance Analysts and Data Stewards with guidance and mentorship.
Qualifications
Candidates with a blend of the following skills and experience will be highly regarded:
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A relevant background and experience across Data Governance, Data Quality, Data Management, Business Intelligence, Data Engineering, Data Science or a closely related discipline.
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Demonstrable experience implementing, operating or materially improving a formal Data Governance Framework.
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Strong practical knowledge of data ownership, stewardship, data quality, metadata management, business glossaries, data lineage, data classification and critical data elements.
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Ability to influence, advise and constructively challenge senior stakeholders, including where there is no direct authority.
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Experience developing and embedding data governance policies, standards, procedures and proportionate controls.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, including root cause analysis and the ability to translate complex findings into practical recommendations.
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Intermediate Excel and SQL skills, with the ability to interrogate data and evidence conclusions. Experience of a major programming language is beneficial.
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Experience with Databricks, Unity Catalog, Microsoft Purview or equivalent modern data and governance platforms.
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Experience with data governance, metadata, modelling or data quality tools such as Collibra, Alation, Informatica, Erwin, Hackolade or equivalent.
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Experience engaging and managing third-party suppliers or technology partners.
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DAMA CDMP certification or another recognised data management qualification.
Additional Information
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Together embraces diversity and inclusion, and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Not only do we welcome difference – we celebrate it, support it and really value our colleagues for who they are. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.
Hiring process
If you feel you’d benefit from any support or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to let us know when completing your application. This information will be picked up by our team, so we can try and put steps in place to help you be at your best through this process.
Click here for more information on our Recruitment Process
Please note that all successful applicants will undergo relevant employment reference, financial and criminal record checks.
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