Data Quality Controller

Who we are… GlobalData is a specialist information services business on a mission to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Using our unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions we deliver intelligence on the world’s largest industries for companies, government organisations and industry professionals. We began our journey in 2016, by combining a diverse range of specialist information services companies, with decades of trusted customer relationships and deep sector specialisms. Today, we operate as a single company and one fully integrated platform, with more than 3,500 colleagues worldwide, across 20+ industries, delivering value for over 5,000 customers. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world’s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence. Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. We recognise the collective power of our people, and it’s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future. The role… An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and confident individual to join ALF as our Data Quality Controller. ALF is a premium online platform that provides sales and marketing professionals with key decision-makers at the UK’s top advertisers and their associated advertising agencies. It has been recognised as the best source of new business intelligence within the advertising & marketing industry for over 35 years. Our clients include high profile organisations such as Channel 4, Cancer Research UK, Secret Escapes, Royal Mail, European Sports Media and the Incorporated Society of British Advertisers (ISBA). We pride ourselves on data quality and the successful candidate will play a key role in the ALF Content team. They will play a huge part in maintaining the quality of our data and will be expected to oversee the day-to-day performance of our outsource partner. They will also be expected to provide ideas for improvements and take part in various data projects. What you’ll be doing… To ensure company profiles are thoroughly quality checked for the agreed volumes, the required database changes made accurately, and errors recorded within agreed schedules for feedback to our outsource partner. To oversee the smooth running of in-house data quality control. To provide regular feedback to our outsource partner on the quality of their work and ensure it is followed through. To ensure performance documentation and training manuals are up to date. To issue regular performance reports. To help review performance targets and monitored errors. To help implement quality control related initiatives (will include database testing). To play a key role in helping improve our quality control processes and standards. To participate in/take ownership of data projects. To be the first point of contact for data queries (outsource partner and Content team). To provide data quality training whenever required. What we’re looking for… A sharp eye for detail, top notch research skills and a strong desire to get things right in a hardworking environment driven by competing priorities are key requirements for this role. High levels of accountability, and the ability to work independently and to multi-task are also key requirements. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, adaptable and resilient; and will be expected to demonstrate strong organisational skills. Good problem-solving skills, good time management and the confidence to communicate at all levels of the hierarchy spectrum will be required. Conducting quality control will also require someone inquisitive and methodical, with the ability to think logically and use common sense. Previous experience of working with data, databases and Excel required. Previous experience of dealing with suppliers/outsource teams, familiarity with AI and some basic knowledge of the advertising industry will be a plus. In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit careers.globaldata.com GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. #LI-HYBRID #LI-UD1 #J-18808-Ljbffr