Data Governance Analyst

Data Governance Analyst

Function: Data
Location: Hybrid, London

Curious about what’s next? So are we. Join Compare the Market and help to make financial decision making a breeze for millions. At Compare the Market, we’re a purpose-driven business powered by tech and AI. We’re building high-performing, results-driven teams with the skills, mindset, and ambition to deliver outcomes ry role here plays a part in driving our mission forward, and we create an environment where you can bring your authentic self, grow a truly characterful career, and see the direct impact of your work on the lives of our customers.

We’ve carved a meerkat-shaped niche and we’re looking for ambitious, curious thinkers who thrive in a fast-moving, high-impact environment. If you love accountability, embrace challenge, and want to make a real difference, you’ll fit right in.

• Embed data governance practices - monitor data accuracy, consistency, and security, ensuring standards are applied across teams.
• Manage metadata and champion our data catalogue — capture and maintain accurate data definitions, lineage, and ownership; make data easy to find, understand, and trust through clear documentation and engagement.
• Engage and influence stakeholders — collaborate with Data Owners, Custodians, and teams across the business to embed governance practices and drive positive change.
• Contribute to governance projects — act as an SME, providing best-practice advice on data documentation, quality, and compliance.
• Track and communicate success — design and maintain data governance dashboards and KPIs to measure adoption, metadata completeness etc, helping the business see the impact of good governance.

• Experience working with data, using SQL and governance or quality tools (e.g. Atlan, Collibra, Atlantia).
• Strong grasp of data governance principles — ownership, metadata, lineage, and data quality.
• Awareness of privacy regulations such as GDPR.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and translate data concepts for business audiences.
• Curious, proactive, and quick to learn — thriving in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
• Passion for continuous improvement and delivering tangible data outcomes.
• Familiarity with DCAM or DAMA data management frameworks would be beneficial.

We’re a business built for pace and performance. Here, you’ll be encouraged to think differently, act boldly, and deliver brilliantly in a culture that values results and rewards progress. We believe diverse teams make better decisions, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, contribute, and thrive. If you’re ready to stretch yourself, raise the bar, and grow with a team that’s serious about performance, innovation, and purpose, we’d love to hear from you.