We are seeking a junior Data Governance Custodian to join our client's Data Team, working under the supervision of senior Data Custodians, Data Stewards and Data Governance Leads. This role is ideally suited to a graduate or early-career professional who is motivated to build a career in data governance within a secure and highly regulated environment.
The role will support the establishment and ongoing operation of data governance practices across a greenfield, multinational defence programme. A strong attitude, curiosity and willingness to learn are considered more important than prior deep experience.
Key Responsibilities
* Support senior Data Custodians in implementing and maintaining data governance standards, policies and processes
* Assist in maintaining data catalogues, data dictionaries and business glossaries
* Contribute to metadata capture, classification and documentation of data assets
* Support data quality activities including validation, issue identification and remediation tracking
* Help monitor data usage, access and compliance with security and governance policies
* Assist with data audits, documentation and governance reporting activities
* Engage with business users to capture data requirements and understand how data is used
* Support the rollout and adoption of governance tooling under guidance
Role Requirements
* Must hold current SC (Security Check) clearance
* Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
* Strong desire to learn and build a career in data governance or data management
* Self-starter with the ability to take initiative and follow through on tasks
* Strong work ethic and positive attitude, with a willingness to take ownership of development
* High attention to detail and ability to work with structured information
* Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team
* Any exposure to data, analytics or information management, including academic or early career experience
* Awareness of data governance concepts such as metadata, data quality or data classification
* Familiarity with Microsoft tools such as Excel or Power BI, or governance tools such as Purview
* Experience working with structured data in any context
* Work closely with experienced Data Custodians and governance leads to build capability
* Develop practical experience in metadata management, governance tooling and compliance processes
* Progress towards managing defined data sets or domains with appropriate support
* Build confidence working within a secure and regulated environment
* Demonstrate continuous improvement through learning, curiosity and proactive engagement
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