Database Analyst

Database Analyst Your new company
You'll be joining a well-established organisation committed to improving how data is managed, shared and understood across the business. The team is investing heavily in uplifting data governance capability, with a strong focus on metadata accuracy, accessibility and quality. You'll work within a collaborative Data & Analytics function that values continuous improvement, clear documentation and responsible data stewardship.

Your new role
As the Database Governance Analyst, you will play a key role in managing and enhancing metadata within the organisation's Aristotle Metadata Registry. You'll ensure data assets are well-defined, accessible and governed by maintaining metadata standards, documenting business terms, supporting data access processes, and coordinating metadata updates with stakeholders.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating, updating and improving metadata in the Aristotle Metadata Registry
• Acting as a data steward for assigned domains
• Managing internal and external data access permissions and approvals
• Developing and maintaining the enterprise data glossary and related documentation
• Coordinating with SMEs, data owners and technical teams to validate metadata
• Supporting governance initiatives, data lineage clarity, and compliance requirements
• Supporting metadata-focused projects and onboarding new datasets into the registry

What you'll need to succeed

• Hands-on experience with the Aristotle Metadata Registry or similar metadata platforms
• Proven background in metadata management, governance or data stewardship
• Strong documentation skills, including developing glossaries, definitions and metadata standards
• Understanding of data governance frameworks, data quality and data lifecycle management
• Experience coordinating metadata updates and working with business/technical stakeholders
• Knowledge of data access controls, permissions, privacy and compliance processes
• Excellent communication skills and high attention to detail
• Experience in large, complex or regulated environments
• Familiarity with SQL, data modelling concepts or data lineage

What you'll get in return

• A role with meaningful impact on organisational data maturity
• Opportunities to shape metadata standards and governance frameworks
• Exposure to enterprise-level data assets and modern metadata tools
• A collaborative environment with strong professional development

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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