The Data Governance Analyst supports the Firm's data governance objectives by profiling the current data landscape, identifying critical data elements across business domains, and maintaining the business glossary, catalog and lineage documentation that underpin trusted and reliable data. The Firm's primary data technology stack is Microsoft, with SQL Server as the core database platform; familiarity with Snowflake is an advantage given the ongoing evaluation of the Firm's future Enterprise Data professional or legal services experience is a plus but not required. Microsoft Data Platform (Primary Stack) Hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server — writing and optimising T-SQL, profiling data at scale, working across multiple source systems. Working knowledge of the wider Microsoft data stack: Azure Data Factory / Synapse, Power BI, Microsoft Purview (or equivalent metadata/catalog tooling). Strong SQL skills (T-SQL) and comfort working directly in SQL Server Management Studio or equivalent. Data Profiling, Cataloguing and Documentation Data profiling technique — able to independently assess a dataset's quality, structure and fitness for purpose. Clear, structured documentation skills — glossaries, catalog entries and lineage records need to be usable by non-technical business stewards. Comfortable working in a lean, evolving structure — this role flexes across profiling, cataloguing and working-group support as domains stand up and dissolve. Preferred Qualifications Snowflake experience (SQL, data modelling or administration) — the primary stack is Microsoft/SQL Server, but Snowflake familiarity is an advantage given the platform evaluation currently underway. Exposure to a lakehouse or modern cloud data platform migration. Familiarity with data classification and access-tiering concepts (public / internal / confidential / privileged) and how they interact with a data catalog. DAMA-DMBOK awareness or working knowledge of data governance frameworks. Experience in a law firm or other professional/partnership services environment, including sensitivity to client confidentiality and conflicts requirements. Reports to: Chief Data Officer Position Type: Centre Services Development Framework: Specialist #J-18808-Ljbffr
Data Governance Analyst in Belfast employer: Baker McKenzie
Baker McKenzie is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment in Belfast, where over 400 professionals thrive together. With a strong commitment to employee development, comprehensive benefits including private health cover and life assurance, and a focus on diversity and inclusion, we empower our team members to excel in their careers while enjoying a supportive workplace culture.
