Data Analyst Placement Programme

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a long-term career in data governance within the utilities and critical infrastructure sector, where data accuracy, security, and trust genuinely matter. We're looking for a Junior Data Governance Analyst with a good understanding of data concepts, strong communication skills, and the right attitude to learn. You don't need hands-on data governance experience yet full training and support will be provided. What you'll be doing You'll help embed good data practices across the organisation by working closely with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. This role sits at the intersection of data, people, and process. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the implementation of data governance frameworks, standards, and policies
• Helping maintain data definitions, glossaries, metadata, and data catalogues
• Engaging with stakeholders to understand data issues and support improvements
• Assisting with data quality assessments and remediation activities
• Supporting data classification, access control, and compliance processes
• Promoting data literacy and good data behaviours across the business This role focuses on understanding and improving data, rather than building pipelines or writing code.

This role is designed for junior or early-career professionals who want to grow into data governance. Essential:

• A basic understanding of data concepts (data lifecycle, quality, governance, privacy)

• Interest in enterprise data platforms and how data flows through systems

• Awareness of cloud data environments, particularly Azure

• Strong communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders

• A positive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn Desirable (but not required):

• Exposure to tools such as Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL, Data Lake, Purview, or Power BI

• Understanding of GDPR or data protection principles

• Degree or background in data, IT, information management, or a related field Why this role is a strong career move:

• Clear entry point into data governance, a growing and in-demand discipline

• Training provided you'll learn data governance best practice on the job