Senior Analyst Data Governance

Senior Analyst - Data GovernanceGlasgowSalary from 53280 to 66600 Permanent / HybridClosing Date: 27/11/25Help us create a better future quickerAt SP Energy Networks we are committed to delivering safe reliable services that support Net Zero ambitions foster trusted relationships with customers and stakeholders and build a digital data-driven workforce for the future. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead the Data Transformation of the Energy Industry within SPENs newly established Network Data and Intelligence function. You will collaborate with Engineering Planning Finance and Customer Service teams to manage exploit and improve data assets ensuring robust infrastructure and governance that enable high-quality data and prepare the organisation for AI-driven opportunities.What youll be doingWorking closely with stakeholders across all levels you will identify catalogue and interrogate data assets establish quality standards and drive continuous improvement. This includes leveraging our Data Governance tool to assess and enhance data quality developing executive insights to monitor organisational data health and supporting the creation of policies and procedures that embed data as a strategic asset. Your work will ensure security interoperability and accountability enabling SP Energy Networks to operate in a truly data-driven environment.Work with our Business leads across the organisation to identify and catalogue the data and information which our business relies on for decision making and business operations working closely with both internal and external stakeholders.Develop an understanding of the data across our organisation and develop quality standards which can be applied to our data sets and used to improve our engineering network planning financial and customer data sets.Lead initiatives to support the business in how they access data across our organisation working closely with our Data architecture team to ensure that the system infrastructure is in place to support business needs.Develop metrics to measure the quality and complexity of the data we use providing insight and information that can be shared with our Leadership group.Identify and investigate data quality issues developing required improvement plans.Support the development of standards policies and processes in line with Data Best Practice and advise and support the implementation across SPEN.Collaborate with business units to ensure adherence to policies and standards.Embed a culture of industry leading best-practice with regards to managing analysis and sharing data - proactively identify opportunities to drive business value.Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders and establish effective working relationships with SPEN and management teams in all parts of the business.What youll bringProven experience in data governance data management data quality or similar role.Strong understanding of Data Governance principles and best practices with prior experience of developing a data catalogue highly desirable.Excellent interpersonal communication and time management skills with the ability to articulate objectives and delivering projects with multiple milestones.Strong stakeholder management skills including consultation with others in the business lines resolving differences and presenting a common perspective.Proficiency in preparing analysis reports and presentations for senior management.Ability to approach problems systematically and objectively to analyse facts and evaluate options draw sound conclusions.Effective at managing change in a complex environment and creating a culture of engagement positivity agile delivery and focussed on outputs.Experience in data governance tools particularly Informatica IDMC or the ability to quickly develop functional skills with data catalogue products.Continual drive to seek innovative ways to make improvements based on current industry trends and best practice.Minimum CriteriaExperience in data governance data management or data quality.Knowledge of data governance principles and tools.Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.Ability to analyse data and present insights effectively.Experience working across multiple business functions.Whats in it for you As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme well double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.At ScottishPower we believe its the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your familys wellbeing save for your future and take personal steps for climate action our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world today and tomorrow. Thats why our benefits include:36 days annual leaveHoliday purchase perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leaveShare Incentive Plan and Sharesave SchemePayroll giving and charity matched fundingTechnology Vouchers save more and spread the cost of your technology purposesCount us in pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate changeElectric Vehicle Schemes to help you transition to green/clean drivingCycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loansOptions to purchase dental insurance private medical insurance health cash plan and annual health assessmentsLife Assurance (4x salary)Access to nudge financial wellbeing supportPlus shopping leisure restaurant and gym discounts and unique employee deals on travel insurance and moreWhy SP Energy NetworksSP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group one of the worlds largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland North Wales and in the Northwest of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. Its a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotlands ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And were taking it very seriously. Were investing >5.5 billion into our transmission network directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy.With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals in a global organisation. Inclusion diversity and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values they bring us together into a stronger more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours so whatever your background youll fit right in.We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities long term conditions mental health conditions or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support please reach out to .MobilityPlease note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.IMPORTANTAdvert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date belowNovemberRequired Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Databases,Data Analytics,Microsoft Access,SQL,Power BI,R,Tableau,Data Management,Data Mining,SAS,Data Analysis Skills,Analytics Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 53280 - 66600