At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape data governance frameworks and ensure data quality within the RESP Team.
- Company: Join the National Energy System Operator, a leader in energy planning.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, 26 days leave, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on data management and governance in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in data governance and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 43000 - 57000 £ per year.
National Energy System Operator (NESO) is seeking a Data Governance and Assurance Analyst to join the Regional Energy System Planner within the Strategic Energy Planning Team. This pivotal role is responsible for embedding and enabling data governance frameworks and policies within the RESP Team. You will enable first line assurance through collaborating with members of our data community to ensure data quality, maintain key governance artefacts, and drive continuous improvement in data management practices. Acting as a governance leader, you’ll provide expert advice, facilitate issue resolution, and support the delivery of robust management information. This is an exciting opportunity to shape NESO’s data landscape, working at the heart of our data community to ensure our data is accurate, secure, and fit for purpose. This role can be based from Wokingham, Warwick or Glasgow and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.
Key Accountabilities
- Support the design, implementation, and operation of standardised data sharing processes, including request intake, triage, approval, fulfilment, review, and closure.
- Support the wider data governance framework, contributing to governance artefacts, standards, and guidance relevant to data sharing and access.
- Act as a process expert for data sharing, supporting the day-to-day handling of data sharing requests and acting as the main point of contact for stakeholders.
- Provide assurance evidence, reporting, insights to governance forums, assurance reviews, and audit activities, highlighting risks, trends, and control gaps.
- Support the maintenance and assurance of a centralised data sharing and data request register, ensuring clear capture of purpose, access, approvals, and decisions.
- Coordinate and support the review, approval, lifecycle management of Data Sharing Agreements (DSAs), working closely with Legal, Information Security, and Data Governance.
- Assess data sharing requests for privacy, security, legal, and governance risks, escalating exceptions and supporting mitigation actions as required.
- Ensure all data sharing activities align with data classification, purpose limitation, access control, retention, and onward-sharing principles.
About You
We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
- Attention to detail and proactive approach to issue identification and resolution.
- Understanding of data governance frameworks.
- Organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable with change and able to work with evolving governance frameworks and data tools.
Experience & Knowledge
- Experience in data governance or data management roles.
- Hands-on experience in data governance, data quality, or data management roles.
- Experience in contributing to process improvement.
- Exposure to data governance frameworks and practical application in an enterprise environment.
- Experience in data issue remediation or control testing and monitoring.
- Familiarity with data tools (Power BI, SQL).
- Understanding of data privacy, data security, and compliance requirements.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At NESO, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.
What You'll Get
A competitive salary of £43,000 - £57,000 dependent on experience and capability. As well as your base salary, NESO's core benefits are the essential perks and advantages that form part of your employee package:
- You will receive a bonus based on company performance.
- 26 days annual leave as standard.
- A competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
- Annual Enrollment to NESO Savings Plan, when you save between £20-£500 a month from your take-home pay, we will pay a 50% matching contribution.
NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your health, lifestyle and protection benefits.
RESP Data Governance and Assurance Specialist in Glasgow employer: National Energy System Operator Limited
At NESO, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture. With flexible working arrangements, competitive salaries, and a strong focus on employee growth through continuous learning opportunities, we empower our team members to thrive in their roles. Join us in shaping the future of energy data governance while enjoying a supportive environment that values your contributions and well-being.
Contact Details:
National Energy System Operator Limited Recruitment Team
