Analyst, Data Governance

UTA seeks a detail-oriented Analyst, Data Governance to join our Data Management Office (DMO). In this critical role, you will be the guardian of one of our agency's most valuable assets - its data. You will ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of our core information, providing a single source of truth that empowers every department across the agency. Success in this role requires not only a passion for data integrity and a keen eye for detail, but also strong communication skills and a business-minded approach, partnering with teams across the agency to translate fast-moving requests into accurate, actionable information. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact at the intersection of data and business operations.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with Technology & Business teams across UTA to integrate governance requirements into product and operational workflows.
• Maintain and update authoritative data for clients, talent, buyers, and other critical entities, ensuring a single source of truth across all agency systems.
• Monitor data request submissions, manage status reporting, and elevate critical delivery issues.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for data-related inquiries and issues from various departments.
• Drive investigation and hands-on remediation of high-impact data incidents.
• Research problems, provide solutions, and communicate findings clearly.
• Proactively identify, investigate and resolve data discrepancies, errors, and inconsistencies within and across applications.
• Implement and execute data cleansing and enrichment processes to ensure data is accurate, complete, and reliable.
• Ensure strict adherence to established data governance policies, standards, and procedures of data entry, storage, usage and security.
• Monitor compliance with internal guidelines and external regulations.
• Support internal and external audits, risk assessments, and remediation efforts.
• Support the measurement of SLAs and KPIs for data accuracy, completeness, consistency, and timeliness.
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and track progress against identified improvement opportunities.
• Assist in developing and delivering training materials and guidance to agency staff on data entry best practices, data governance principles, and proper system usage to foster a data-conscious culture.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive metadata including data definitions and business rules to help ensure that data is well-understood and consistently used across the organization.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Data Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in data management, governance, operations, or business support roles where accuracy, organization, and stakeholder interaction were central.
• Experience within an entertainment, media, or professional services environment is preferred.
• Strong understanding of Authoritative Data Management principles and best practices.
• Experience with data quality tools and techniques.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify patterns, troubleshoot data issues, and propose effective solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with the ability to explain complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
• Desired, but not required: familiarity with talent agency data and operations within the entertainment industry.

What You Will Get

• The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of the leading global entertainment companies.
• Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a centre of excellence.
• The opportunity to do the best work of your career.
• Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture.
• Competitive programs to support your well-being.
• Experience working in a collaborative environment with room to grow.

About UTA

UTA unites ideas, opportunities, and talent. The company represents some of the world's most iconic, barrier-breaking artists, creators and changemakers - from actors, athletes and musicians to writers, gamers, and digital influencers. One of the most influential companies in global entertainment, UTA's business spans talent representation, content production, as well as strategic advisory and marketing work with some of the world's biggest brands. Affiliated companies include Digital Brand Architects, KLUTCH Sports Group, Curtis Brown Group, and MediaLink. UTA is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Nashville, New York, and London.

UTA and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities.