Governance and Oversight Analyst

Looking for a new challengeTake a look at our current vacancies. If you see a vacancy that is right for you we encourage you to applyGovernance & Oversight Analyst Do you want to be part of a team wherePurposedrives everything we doAmbitionfuels our growthTrustbuilds our foundation andRespectshapes our culture.Are you passionate about driving operational excellence through structured governance and insightful analysis Join us as a Governance & Oversight Analyst and help shape the future of financial fairness.Contract: PermanentWorking hours: 35 hours per week is full time.Salary: Circa 44075Reporting to: Head of Governance and OversightLocation: London DocklandsBy joining our team youll enjoy the best of both worlds hybrid working and the collaboration of a great office environment. Our permanent hybrid policy sees us all working at least four days across a fortnight in the officeJoin our community This is a great opportunity to learn about the Financial Ombudsman and the work that we do. join hereAbout usThe Financial Ombudsman Service is an independent not-for-profit organisation that plays a vital role in UK financial services. Every day we help resolve disputes between consumers or small businesses and their financial service providers. and if we believe a customer hasnt been treated fairly we can step in to put things right.The purpose of the roleAs a Governance and Oversight Analyst you will support the Head of Governance and Oversight in delivering operational resilience and strategic insight across Operational Planning and Performance. Youll also drive adherence of governance frameworks performance reporting target setting casework tools and decision-making structures that underpin service excellence. Youll contribute to the development and maintenance of frameworks reporting mechanisms and decision-making processes that help drive service excellence and operational efficiency.Youll support the analysis of data preparation of reports and documentation of governance processes. This role is ideal for someone with a strong analytical mindset a collaborative approach and a passion for improving organisational performance through structured oversight and creative problem-solving.What youll doWith your experience of working in an analytical or governance-focused role within a complex organisation you will have familiarity with governance frameworks and performance management processes. Youll be a logical and analytical thinker with the ability to navigate ambiguity to solve problems and deliver outcomes.Key responsibilitiesSupporting the Governance and Oversight team in delivering governance and oversight activities across Operational Planning and Performance.Helping to prepare and maintain documentation such as RACIs process maps and oversight frameworks.Use data to ask insightful questions solve problems and deliver results in ambiguous contexts.Present complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences including customers and colleagues.Contribute to creative thinking and explore new ways to complete tasks and improve processes.Supporting the implementation of performance-based incentive schemes.Helping to govern individual target setting frameworks and providing assurance and oversight on performance targets and casework tools.Working with Quality Advisers to implement continuous improvement in quality processes.Building effective relationships across operational teams and supporting stakeholderTo be considered for this role youll need to show us that youve got the skills and capabilities. Youll have to meet the following minimum criteria:Minimum criteriaPrevious experience in a data analysis role and ideally working with governance frameworks and performance management processes within a complex organisation.Skilled at leveraging user insights to drive impactful deliverablesProven ability to analyse complex data extract meaningful insights and communicate findings effectively to diverse audiences.Strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills including navigating ambiguity to deliver outcomes and improve processesAbility to manage multiple priorities work at pace and maintain high attention to detail in documentation and reporting.Proficiency in using data tools (e.g. Excel Power BI or similar).Why youll love working with usWe are a values led organisation. Our values define our culture influence our decisions and underpin our vision and strategy. They set out how we play our PART through Purpose Ambition Respect and Trust. You can learn more about our values here: Work your way hybrid or in-officeWellbeing: Health plan gym memberships mental health supportGrowth: We invest in your future with courses mentorship promotionsCulture: Diverse. Inclusive. Collaborative. Fun.We also offer an attractive competitive salary and flexible benefits to suit our people. Heres a list of some of the many benefits and perks you can get for working with us:25 days holiday entitlement with the option to buy extra or sell daysGenerous pensionVarious Family Friendly Policies including enhanced maternity pay carers and dependants leaveEmployer provided benefits such as Private medical insurance virtual GP Critical illness cover Life assurance cover to name a fewChoice of voluntary benefits including Technology scheme Cycle to work scheme Will-writing service amongst othersGym membership discounts and a fully equipped on-site gym open 24/7 in London onlyLets make this easy - Apply in a few minutesApply with your up to date CV ensuring you are highlighting where your experience aligns with the minimum criteriaApplications need to be submitted by Midnight on Friday 14th November 2025Due to high application numbers this advert may end earlier than the date specified so please dont delay and apply nowThe recruitment processShortlisted candidates will be invited to a first stage of the recruitment process which may include completing online assessments and/or a telephone interview.Formal interviews for this role will be held via a teams meeting in week commencing 24th November 2025A full job profile is available on request and will be provided to candidates shortlisted to the first stage of the assessment processThe Financial Ombudsman is an Equal Opportunity EmployerWe celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our team. We view diversity as fundamental to our success and welcome applications from underrepresented groups across all communities. Please click on the link below to find out more miss out be part of the journey and take advantage of this opportunity.Authenticity of applicationsTo ensure a good candidate experience we do not use AI tools for our screening process. As such we value authentic personal applications. Required Experience:IC Key Skills Access Control System,AutoCAD 3D,Database,Information Technology Sales,Maintenance Engineering,Marine Services Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1