Data Governance Analyst in Bournemouth

About The RoleTeam – Data and Information ServicesWorking Pattern - Hybrid – 2 days per week in the Vitality Bournemouth Office. Full time, 35 hours per week. We are happy to discuss flexible working!Top 3 skills needed for this role:Demonstrated Data Governance ExpertiseStrong Data Quality AnalysisProven Stakeholder PartnershipWhat this role is all about:We're looking for a confident and influential communicator to join our Data Governance team as a Data Governance Analyst. In this role, you'll work closely with stakeholders across the business, engaging and challenging where needed to drive high standards of data governance, improve data quality, and ensure Vitality's data remains trusted, protected and fit for strategic decision-making. Key Actions Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Data Governance Framework to strengthen data quality, integrity and business value Analyse data processes and work with Data Owners and Data Stewards to identify and resolve data quality issues at source Conduct data profiling and implement data quality controls to improve the accuracy and reliability of business data Produce data quality reporting and dashboards, highlighting risks and supporting governance decision-making Coordinate and support data governance forums, including preparing packs, recording actions and tracking outcomes Build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business to promote good data management practices Champion data governance standards and support colleagues in embedding governance requirements within their areas Maintain data catalogues, business glossaries and data dictionaries to improve understanding and accessibility of data assets Support the governance of information assets through classification, retention and lifecycle management activities Contribute to the development of a strong data culture by promoting best practice and continuous improvement across the organisationWhat do you need to thrive? Experience working within data governance, data management or data quality environments Strong data analysis skills with the ability to identify trends, issues and root causes Knowledge of data management tools, ideally Collibra, including glossary and classification management Experience working with insurance or financial services data would be advantageous Ability to interrogate and profile data, with SQL skills highly desirable Strong stakeholder management skills and the confidence to engage with audiences at all levels Good understanding of data governance, data security, privacy and information lifecycle principles A proactive mindset with a passion for improving data quality and driving best practice across the businessSo, what’s in it for you?Bonus Schemes – A bonus that regularly rewards you for your performanceA pension of up to 12%– We will match your contributions up to 6% of your salaryOur award-winning Vitality health insurance – With its own set of rewards and benefitsLife Assurance – Four times annual salaryThese are just some of the many perks that we offer! To view the extensive range of benefits we offer, please visit our careers page. Fantastic Benefits. Exciting rewards. Great career opportunities! If you are successful in your application and join us at Vitality, this is our promise to you, we will:Help you to be the healthiest you’ve ever beenCreate an environment that embraces you as you are and enables you to be your best selfGive you flexibility on how, where and when you workHelp you advance your career by playing you to your strengthsGive you a voice to help our business grow and make Vitality a great place to beGive you the space to try, fail and learnProvide a healthy balance of challenge and supportRecognise and reward you with a competitive salary and amazing benefitsBe there for you when you need usProvide opportunities for you to be a force for good in societyWe commit to all these things because we want you to feel that you belong, and are supported to be happy and healthy.About YouAbout UsWe’re incredibly proud to be recognised for the culture we've created — recently being named one of Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work 2026, and in 2024 we were delighted to be awarded Top 10 Places to Work in the Sunday Times Awards. Vitality is a multi-award-winning UK insurance brand, here to make the world a healthier, happier place. We’ve been a purpose and values-driven business from day 1- long before it became fashionable. Our core purpose is to make people healthier and enhance protect their lives. Vitality pioneered shared-value insurance. We incentivise people to live healthier longer lives – they benefit, our business benefits, and society benefits. We’re successful because we attract, develop, and retain the best people – and because we care. Plus, you get to join our 1.7+ million members with access to our unique health insurance and healthy living programme. Just to make sure you know our products inside and out. Ready to find out if we’re the right fit for you? We can’t wait.Unable to show this video due to your cookie preferencesDiversity & InclusionAt Vitality, we’re committed to diversity and inclusion because it’s good for our employees, for our business, and for society. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Vitality’s approach to sustainabilityVitality is a business that drives positive change. We reward people for making and sustaining healthier choices. But healthy people also need a healthy environment. To learn more please visit our Careers page. #LI-HybridIf we are fortunate in receiving a high volume of quality applications we may need to close this vacancy early. If you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible.All LocationsBournemouthAll Locations is a required fieldAdvertising SalaryCompetitive + Bonus + BenefitsContract TypePermanentFunctionActuarial & Data ScienceExternal Advertising End DateClosing Date:08 Sep 2026