Senior Data Governance Analyst

Are you ready to make your mark as part of our Data Governance Team? Then you've come to the right place. At White & Case, we'll support you, give you responsibility and welcome you as an integral member of our global team from day one. The Senior Data Governance Analyst is primarily an operational role, to support the implementation, adoption, and use of the Firm's Data Governance Framework. This includes reference list processes, documentation, and maintaining the firm data catalog. This role has a strong alignment to, and involvement with, the Firm's Data Steward community. Key sponsorship and leadership for the Data Governance Framework sits within the firm's Practice Solutions Function but is cross-functional in scope and is responsible for defining, implementing and overseeing the data governance, management and ownership frameworks of the Firm's data. Specifically, by using a data management technology for all core/master data, used both cross functionally and in our leadership focused business intelligence analysis, to ensure and enhance data quality, and obtain greater value from our data. The Data Governance Framework provides an operational context to changing people's data related behaviour by being the mechanism for the control (planning, monitoring and enforcement) and leadership of data governance activities. The Data Governance Framework consists of a C‑Suite Steering Committee, a Director level Data Governors Board, and a Data Stewardship Council; supported by Technology, Information Governance, Data Governance, and Data Privacy Office (DPO) teams. The Framework has the objective of improving the quality and accessibility of data assets and being able to use them to drive competitive advantage for the firm. Key Responsibilities Liaising closely with Data Stewards to understand their data needs and requirements, and chairing Data Stewardship Council meetings. Driving the metadata import and curation process for the Data Management Technology (DMT), ensuring it remains focused on resolving relevant business issues. Leading the design and build of data catalogue content, metadata models, and workflows. Developing and maintaining business process and lineage areas of the DMT, and supporting their use by Data Governance Framework group members. Analysing business processes and requirements to identify opportunities for improvement in data management and DMT analytics. Supporting the Data Governance Framework in developing user stories, use cases, and functional requirements for optimal data capture, processing, and analysis, while prioritising and tracking the issues backlog. Conducting gap analysis to identify where existing data management systems do not meet business needs. Participating in user acceptance testing to ensure the DMT meets business requirements. Creating comprehensive documentation for the data catalogue, including data definitions, source information, transformation rules, and usage guidelines. Ensuring Data Governance key assets (Business Glossary, Data Dictionary, Reference Data List, Lineage and Business Process Maps) are maintained in the DMT and used effectively by Data Stewards. Developing and delivering DMT and Data Steward training, and keeping training materials up-to-date. Supporting the development of a central reference list repository and adopting external and industry data standards (e.g., SALI or NosLegal). Defining and managing data domains to ensure consistency, integrity, and alignment with business objectives. Implementing and monitoring data quality standards to maintain high levels of accuracy, completeness, and reliability. Supporting the firm-wide Umbrella Data Strategy by contributing to initiatives and projects that address issues and empower Data Stewards. Qualifications and Skills Bachelors or Masters degree Experience of a similar role i.e. Business Analysis or Data Analysis. A desire to develop a career and expertise in Data Governance and participate in shaping an evolving capability for the Firm Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify and solve complex business problems Knowledge of data management, data governance, data analytics best practices and techniques Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to bridge the business services/technology divide Proactive self‑starter who can self‑manage and also work as part of team, with the ability to work in a fast paced, intellectually rigorous environment Strong attention to detail and the ability to simultaneously manage multiple tasks and priorities Business report writing capabilities, including drafting communication and/or user stories, use cases, and functional requirements Experience/Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies Knowledge of metadata management concepts, modelling, tools and standards beneficial What We Offer When you join us, you'll be working directly with partners, business leaders and many other inspiring colleagues across our global network of offices. We live by our values—to be pioneering, united and human—and we believe that you'll experience them from your first day. We will give you the support and development opportunities that will help you achieve your potential. We believe that consistent high performance merits reward and support. Our compensation package reflects your calibre as a Data Governance professional, and our benefits are designed to support your changing needs and priorities across different life stages. About White & Case We are a global law firm with longstanding offices in the markets that matter today. Our on‑ground experience, our cross‑border integration, and our depth of local, US and English‑qualified lawyers help our clients work with confidence in any one market or across many. Location and Reporting This role is based in London, and reports into the Data Governance Senior Manager. Our standard office hours are 09:30‑18:00, with a current requirement for 3 days in the office per week. Firm Benefits Private medical insurance Pension plan with matched employer contribution up to 7.5% Yearly wellbeing fund Income protection Life insurance Critical Illness insurance Private GP services Travel insurance Dental coverage Cycle to work Holiday purchase (available during annual enrolment) Equal Opportunity Statement White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. If you require assistance and/or adjustment to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email us. We will be happy to work with you. 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