Business & Data Governance Analyst

Location: Aston University John Cadbury House

Closing date: 23:59 hours GMT on Wednesday 20th March 2024

Interview date: Thursday 04 April 2024

There is a new and exciting role to join the Data and Analytics team The purpose of this role is to lead on business analysis to assist the improvement of Aston's Data Analytics portfolio.

The post holder will capture business requirements, translation into high level technical requirements to aid in the delivery of strategic data products.

The post holder will support the new Data Governance initiative to include the upkeep of the foundations of Data Governance to include Business Glossary, Data Dictionary, Data Profiling, and support of the Data Quality processes including appropriate communications within the Data Stewards group.

What we offer:

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• Dynamic working is possible for this role, which means working both on campus and from home dependent on the activity. Further information on dynamic working can be found here.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
• Great family-friendly policies.
• On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.

Further details:

Job Details
University Information

Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University's commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate's name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit:

We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

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£37,099 to £44,263 per annum (Grade 8)