Master Data Manager

As a Master Data Manager, you will report to the Head of Data Management and play a pivotal role in the overall strategy and execution of Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives. You will oversee the implementation of data governance policies and procedures, ensuring a single source of truth (golden record) using the Profisee MDM tool. You will provide the Single Source of Truth (SSOT) principle, emphasising the importance of having one definitive, trusted data source for all users to rely on for decision-making.

What you’ll be doing as a Master Data Manager

• Act as a senior expert in MDM content, processes and procedures
• Develop and implement the MDM strategy and framework
• Lead the implementation of business rules, overseeing data governance activities and managing MDM data mapping and ingestion, ensuring the system aligns with the organisation’s data strategy
• Ensure MDM solutions support the organisation’s business objectives, working closely with the Head of Data Management and Governance and other stakeholders
• Collaborate with IT and Business Teams: Work closely with IT teams to oversee the implementation of the data solution, and with business teams to understand their data needs
• Oversee MDM services on Azure Profisee for optimal performance and reliability
• Validate and approve final data processes during User Acceptance Testing
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies in data architecture and MDM and incorporate these into data platform as appropriate

Base Location: Reading – Hybrid
Working Pattern: 36 Hours

What you should bring to the role

• Understand Data Governance and Master Data Management (MDM)
• Be proficient in Azure Profisee
• Experience in data governance practises, including data quality, data lineage and data privacy
• Knowledge of data integration toolsets like Azure Data Factory
• Ability to use governance standards and policies for data stewardship
• Understand data lifecycle management and align data initiatives with business objectives
• Experience with Microsoft Purview

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary from £75,000 – £85,000 per annum depending on experience
• Annual Leave – 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Car Allowance – £5800
• Annual Bonus – 15%
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON
• Private Medical Health Care
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Find out more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values.

Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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