394 Data Governance Analyst jobs in the United Kingdom

Our client, a forward-thinking organisation committed to data excellence, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Data Governance Analyst to join their fully remote team. This critical role will be responsible for establishing and maintaining robust data governance policies, standards, and procedures across the organisation. You will play a key part in ensuring data quality, integrity, security, and compliance, enabling data-driven decision-making. This is a remote-first position, requiring strong self-discipline, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and enforce data governance policies, standards, and procedures.
• Establish and manage a data stewardship framework, identifying and empowering data stewards across business units.
• Define and maintain the organisation's data glossary, data catalog, and data lineage documentation.
• Monitor data quality metrics and implement data quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with IT, legal, compliance, and business units to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Conduct data governance training and awareness programs for employees.
• Assess and manage data risks, developing mitigation strategies.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of data governance tools and technologies.
• Facilitate data governance committee meetings and working groups.
• Champion data governance best practices and promote a data-aware culture throughout the organisation.
• Perform data audits and assessments to ensure adherence to policies.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes impacting data governance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Data Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in data governance, data management, or data quality roles.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing data governance frameworks and policies.
• In-depth knowledge of data governance principles, data stewardship, metadata management, and data quality management.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations such as GDPR and other relevant compliance frameworks.
• Experience with data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica Axon).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Experience in change management and driving organisational adoption of data governance initiatives.

This role is based in Reading, Berkshire, UK , however, it is a fully remote position, offering flexibility and the ability to work from anywhere within the UK. If you are a dedicated data governance professional passionate about building robust data foundations, we encourage you to apply.

Our client is seeking a highly meticulous and experienced Remote Data Governance Analyst to establish and maintain robust data governance frameworks. This fully remote position will play a critical role in ensuring data quality, integrity, security, and compliance across the organisation. You will be responsible for defining data policies, standards, and procedures, collaborating with various business units to implement governance best practices, and driving data stewardship initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of data management principles, data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR), and experience with data cataloguing and metadata management tools. This role requires excellent analytical skills, strong communication abilities, and the capacity to influence stakeholders in a virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and enforce data governance policies, standards, and procedures across the organisation.
• Define and manage data dictionaries, business glossaries, and metadata repositories.
• Collaborate with data owners, stewards, and IT teams to ensure data quality, accuracy, and consistency.
• Monitor and report on data quality metrics and compliance with governance policies.
• Support the implementation and utilisation of data governance tools and technologies.
• Conduct data profiling and lineage analysis to understand data flows and dependencies.
• Assist in the development and delivery of data governance training and awareness programs.
• Stay up-to-date with evolving data privacy regulations and industry best practices.
• Participate in data-related projects, providing expertise on governance requirements.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among stakeholders regarding data governance initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in data governance, data management, or data quality roles.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, principles, and best practices.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, etc.
• Experience with data cataloguing, metadata management, and data lineage tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data analysis tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Experience in influencing stakeholders and driving change management initiatives.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated data professional to shape data strategy and ensure data integrity in a flexible, remote setting.

**Discover your future at Citi**
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
**Job Overview**
Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn't just support finance - we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we build systems that matter. Look to join a team where your work helps influence economies, your ideas can drive innovation and outcomes, and your growth is backed by mentorship, continuous learning and flexibility with potential hybrid work opportunities. Help solve real-world challenges that touch millions and get the opportunity to build the future of finance with Citi Tech.
The Data Governance Lead Analyst is responsible for contributing to the directional strategy and assisting in creation and modification of Enterprise Data Governance Strategy, and/or Data Risk and Control Framework and Data Risk Taxonomy. The focus of this role may be on one or more of the following areas: assisting in identification, measurement and reporting, data policy adoption and compliance, data controls framework performance and issue management process, and regulatory and audit response and action tracking.
This role requires someone who is dynamic, flexible, and can easily respond to quickly changing needs. The candidate must have the ability to handle ambiguity and complexity and be able to deliver on multiple responsibilities. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to guide, influence and convince others.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Partner with multiple teams to implement relevant Data Governance policies and/or Data Risk and Control framework
+ Provide expertise on Data Governance and/or Data Risk and Controls framework including design, effectiveness, performance monitoring and self-assessment processes
+ Oversight and analysis of data-related issues, tracking of ownership and target dates and associated metrics and reporting
+ Support and coordinate with business lines and global functions on enterprise Data Governance strategy roll out, including new Data risk taxonomy and associated changes to key risk indicators and control framework
+ Gather and synthesize metrics on existing Data Governance and/or Data Risk and Controls principles, policies, practices and standards, e.g., understanding industry best practices
+ Produce recommendations for enterprise-wide guiding principles, policies, processes and practices
+ Determine requirements for and prioritize development of new enterprise-wide principles, policies, processes and practices as needed
+ Develop and manage approach for measuring adoption of principles, policies, processes and practices
**Qualifications:**
+ 6-10 years relevant experience in a Data Governance/ Data Management/ Process Engineering or related area
+ Advanced understanding of Project Management methodologies and tools
+ Requires basic commercial awareness
+ Ability to monitor tight deadlines or unexpected requirement changes, with the ability to anticipate and balance needs of multiple stakeholders
+ Ability to communicate effectively to develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
**Education:**
+ Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred
**What we'll provide you**
By joining Citi London, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:
+ 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
+ A discretional annual performance related bonus
+ Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Pension Plan
+ Paid Parental Leave
+ Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
+ Access to an array of learning and development resources
Visit our Global Benefits page to learn more. ( these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay and empowered to thrive.
#LI-MR
---
**Job Family Group:**
Data Governance
---
**Job Family:**
Data Governance Foundation
---
**Time Type:**
Full time
---
**Most Relevant Skills**
Constructive Debate, Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Internal Controls, Management Reporting, Policy and Procedure, Program Management, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Management.
---
**Other Relevant Skills**
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
---
_Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law._
_If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review_ _Accessibility at Citi ( _._
_View Citi's_ _EEO Policy Statement ( _and the_ _Know Your Rights ( _poster._
Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Minority/Female/Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Regulatory Compliance Analyst to join a growing Financial Crime team. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career professional to build a career in regulatory compliance within financial services, with a focus on payment services, electronic money regulations, and FCA/PRA obligations.

The successful candidate will provide essential support in regulatory reporting, data submissions, and compliance documentation, while gaining hands-on experience and training in the sector.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor regulatory developments related to payment services, electronic money, PSD2, FCA/PRA rules, and other applicable regulations.

Prepare and submit regulatory reports, returns, and notifications (e.g., EMR/PSR obligations, transaction reporting).

Maintain and update compliance policies, procedures, and documentation in line with regulatory changes.

Support regulatory projects, including product launch compliance requirements.

Conduct research on regulatory obligations and compile data for compliance purposes.

Ensure documentation is audit-ready and supports regulatory inspections.

Provide administrative and analytical support to senior compliance team members.

Requirements

Graduate-level education in finance, business, law, economics, or a related field.

1–2 years’ experience in financial services (compliance, risk, operations, or related areas preferred).

Strong attention to detail, organisation, and accuracy.

Analytical mindset and ability to work with regulatory data.

Proactive, eager to learn, and able to take ownership of tasks.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Genuine interest in regulatory compliance, payment services, and financial regulations.

Benefits

Hands-on training and mentoring in regulatory compliance and reporting.

Exposure to regulatory frameworks, senior stakeholders, and operational compliance processes.

Support for professional certifications (e.g., ICA or equivalent).

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Hybrid working: 3 days in our London office, 2 days remote.

Job Title: Regulatory Compliance Officer
Location: Hybrid - Castle Donington or Bristol (initially more office-based for training, then minimum 2 days/week - Monday is team anchor day)
Contract Length: 6 months initially (potential for extension)
Rate: 25.50 per hour PAYE

About the Role

A newly formed regulatory compliance team is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Regulatory Compliance Officer to support the handling of escalated customer complaints. This role involves independently reviewing complex cases, preparing formal responses, and compiling case files for external regulatory bodies.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the organisation meets its regulatory obligations while maintaining high standards of customer service and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complaints escalated to Stage 3 and Stage 4 of the formal complaints procedure.
• Gather and assess information from internal systems and colleagues to build a comprehensive timeline of events.
• Independently determine whether the organisation's position should be upheld or overruled and propose remedies where appropriate.
• Draft and issue Stage 3 letters to customers, either offering a resolution or placing the case in "deadlock".
• Prepare structured case files for submission to external regulators, including timelines, evidence, and the organisation's final position.
• Maintain accurate records of escalated complaints, including outcomes and regulatory findings.
• Support the wider Regulatory Compliance Team with related duties as required.

Skills & Experience

• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and professional correspondence.
• Proven ability to interrogate qualitative information, assess complex scenarios, and make sound decisions.
• Experience in complaint handling, regulatory compliance, or customer resolution roles.
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of outcomes.
• Background in a regulated industry (e.g., utilities, telecoms, financial services).
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as the Electricity Act, licence conditions, or regulator guidance.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for future suitable opportunities.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Job Title: Regulatory Compliance Officer
Location: Hybrid - Castle Donington or Bristol (initially more office-based for training, then minimum 2 days/week - Monday is team anchor day)
Contract Length: 6 months initially (potential for extension)
Rate: 25.50 per hour PAYE

About the Role

A newly formed regulatory compliance team is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Regulatory Compliance Officer to support the handling of escalated customer complaints. This role involves independently reviewing complex cases, preparing formal responses, and compiling case files for external regulatory bodies.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the organisation meets its regulatory obligations while maintaining high standards of customer service and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complaints escalated to Stage 3 and Stage 4 of the formal complaints procedure.
• Gather and assess information from internal systems and colleagues to build a comprehensive timeline of events.
• Independently determine whether the organisation's position should be upheld or overruled and propose remedies where appropriate.
• Draft and issue Stage 3 letters to customers, either offering a resolution or placing the case in "deadlock".
• Prepare structured case files for submission to external regulators, including timelines, evidence, and the organisation's final position.
• Maintain accurate records of escalated complaints, including outcomes and regulatory findings.
• Support the wider Regulatory Compliance Team with related duties as required.

Skills & Experience

• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and professional correspondence.
• Proven ability to interrogate qualitative information, assess complex scenarios, and make sound decisions.
• Experience in complaint handling, regulatory compliance, or customer resolution roles.
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of outcomes.
• Background in a regulated industry (e.g., utilities, telecoms, financial services).
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as the Electricity Act, licence conditions, or regulator guidance.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for future suitable opportunities.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Sponsorship will not be available for this position, therefore 3+ years on visa eligibility to work in UK is essential.

Our client, a highly respected Bank, is seeking a Manager – Regulatory Compliance to join their team on a permanent basis.

This position forms an integral part of 2nd Line of Defence and the successful candidate will also be performing regular and comprehensive compliance risk assessments according to the approved compliance plan, report on a regular basis on compliance identified breaches and corrective actions taken, as applicable.

Under direction, draft the Scope of Regulatory Compliance oversight as part of the annual plan and adhere to the plan by performing reviews and following up on outstanding actions.

Responsibilities (but not limited to):
•    Determine the processes and sub-processes, including input, processing and output.
•    Perform an end-to-end review of each process and determine relevant risks and controls.
•    Undertake root-cause analysis to address and mitigate the identified risks and recommend adequate remedial action.
•    Facilitate controls gap analysis, remediation planning and testing for all business units.
•    Ensure that the controls are efficient and effective, thus maintaining risks at an acceptable level.
•    Ensure that the processes are in compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices, at governance, oversight and operational levels.
•    Provide counsel and advice to the various functions in view of enhancing the control structure.
•    Review the branch’s policies, procedures and systems, before implementation, in order to assess the inherent risks, determine sufficiency of controls, and convey approval.
•    Undertake a continuous Control Self-Assessment exercise.
•    Maintain an updated Compliance Risk Register detailing the determined Compliance risks.

Qualifications and Skills:
•    University graduate preferably with a Major in Marketing, Banking, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or Information Technology (related field of study).

•    CeMAP qualified.
•    At least 6 years of relevant experience, preferably in banking within a highly rated international bank. Also experience with regulated mortgages, savings accounts and fixed term deposits.
•    Excellent oral and written communication skills (including report writing) in English.
•    Awareness of customer relationship practices and regulations.

For more information on this role please contact Sonia Smith by sending your CV quoting ref 16905SS.

 

A prestigious international Bank is seeking a dynamic individual to join its Compliance area. Your role will involve supporting the Head of Compliance to ensure full adherence to UK regulations and the expectations of local regulators.

Responsibilities will include:

• Providing guidance and training to staff regarding compliance and UK Data Protection Regulations, PRA/FCA Outsourcing, third-party risk management and Senior Managers & Certification Regime
• Conducting compliance monitoring programmes and reporting findings
• Reviewing/maintaining the London office policy & procedure and framework on compliance with UK GDPR/data protection
• Reviewing the London office framework on compliance with PRA/FCA and Senior Managers & Certification Regime
• Assisting business areas with implementation plans for any policy/procedural changes   
• Assisting with monitoring activities regarding Conduct Risk, Operational Resilience etc
• Preparing various compliance reports

Your experience must include:  

• Strong proven experience in regulatory compliance gained within banking – including compliance regarding Data Protection, PRA/FCA Outsourcing and third-party risk management
• Excellent presentation skills – both oral and written
• Good understanding of PRA/FCA,  Senior Managers & Certification Regime, regulatory reporting and risk management framework   
• Strong IT skills  
• A proactive “hands-on” approach, showing initiative to assist with projects

Please note this role will be working 5 days a week in the office for the first month, transitioning to hybrid thereafter (3 days in the office and 2 days remote).

A prestigious international Bank is seeking a dynamic individual to join its Compliance area. Your role will involve supporting the Head of Compliance to ensure full adherence to UK regulations and the expectations of local regulators.

Responsibilities will include:

• Providing guidance and training to staff regarding compliance and UK Data Protection Regulations, PRA/FCA Outsourcing, third-party risk management and Senior Managers & Certification Regime
• Conducting compliance monitoring programmes and reporting findings
• Reviewing/maintaining the London office policy & procedure and framework on compliance with UK GDPR/data protection
• Reviewing the London office framework on compliance with PRA/FCA and Senior Managers & Certification Regime
• Assisting business areas with implementation plans for any policy/procedural changes   
• Assisting with monitoring activities regarding Conduct Risk, Operational Resilience etc
• Preparing various compliance reports

Your experience must include:  

• Strong proven experience in regulatory compliance gained within banking – including compliance regarding Data Protection, PRA/FCA Outsourcing and third-party risk management
• Excellent presentation skills – both oral and written
• Good understanding of PRA/FCA,  Senior Managers & Certification Regime, regulatory reporting and risk management framework   
• Strong IT skills  
• A proactive “hands-on” approach, showing initiative to assist with projects

Please note this role will be working 5 days a week in the office for the first month, transitioning to hybrid thereafter (3 days in the office and 2 days remote).