HR Data Insight & Governance Analyst

As a People Data Insight & Governance Analyst, you will be working as part of the People function, your role will be focused on turning data into actionable insight that informs strategic and operational decisions. The postholder will interpret trends, identify opportunities, and provide clear recommendations using established reporting assets. In addition, they will manage Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) via Microsoft Purview and maintain core data governance processes to ensure compliance and data integrity.

Do you have experience in T-SQL?, * Proven experience in data analysis, insight generation, and data governance within a similar analytics or data management role.

• Strong curiosity and ability to interpret business requirements.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insight and communicate recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Experience capturing, cleansing, and combining data from multiple sources for robust analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail, statistical knowledge, and ability to resolve data issues to maintain integrity.
• Advanced skills in Power BI (data modelling, DAX, Power Query/M), SQL (T-SQL/SQL Server or equivalent), and Excel for reporting and analysis.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview (eDiscovery/Content Search), including KQL queries, review set management, and export for DSAR fulfilment.
• Working knowledge of data governance frameworks (DAMA or similar), data cataloguing, business glossary, and metadata stewardship.
• Familiarity with GDPR/UK DPA 2018, data subject rights, and records/retention requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage with colleagues and external partners on data and governance matters.

And in return, you'll get the best from us:

• Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the office

• Annual bonus of up to 12%

• Matched pension contributions up to 10%

• 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays and holiday purchase scheme

• Colleague Mortgage and Saver products

• 2 days' volunteering per year

We'll give you a place to belong with the support to learn, develop and shape a meaningful career.

Why choose us?

Our business is centred around our people. Our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do, as shown by our Inclusive Employers Gold accreditation in 2023 and 2025. We're committed to equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

You'll be joining a truly purpose-focused culture which helped us win the Leading with Purpose award at the 2023 Business Culture Awards. This recognises how we've embedded our purpose with our colleagues, and the actions we've taken to put home ownership within reach of more people, generation after generation.