Senior Data Analyst - Governance (12 Months Fixed Term Contract) Cloud Services London

YouView TV Ltd
London
7 months ago
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Overview

YouView is a TV software provider that utilises set-top boxes, streaming pucks, and Smart TVs to create the YouView User Experience. YouView’s TV experience is powered by our reliable, resilient, and secure cloud backend, and our unique firmware allows us to control media playback, security and lower-level components. Our platform delivers variety and convenience by combining on-demand with live TV through an integrated editorial lens, which means our users get the best rich and relevant TV content across both free and pay services.

YouView has proudly collaborated with Everyone TV to introduce Freely, a ground-breaking streaming service that is set to revolutionise free TV in the UK. Launched in April 2024, Freely offers users a seamless experience by providing a single access point to stream live and on-demand content from all major UK broadcasters, eliminating the hassle of app-switching.

We are thrilled to serve as the technology partner to ETV in bringing to market a TV experience that will enable millions of UK households to discover and enjoy the best of free TV on the next generation of leading Smart TVs. Our collaboration with ETV aligns with their mission of ensuring the universality of public-service television is sustained into the future. Moreover, it contributes to ensuring that the broadcasting landscape remains as competitive, creative, and inclusive as it is today.

The Role

YouView has a central data and insights team, which is responsible for the end-to-end value chain for all things YouView data, from providing data instrumentation and engineering requirements, gaining behavioural insights, to building data science and experimentation capabilities.

We are seeking a proactive Data Analyst who is passionate about both deep-dive analysis and the foundational principles of data governance. This hybrid role requires a sharp analytical mind to turn data into actionable insights, combined with the strategic ability to introduce and maintain a robust data governance framework. The ideal candidate will be a bridge between our data and our business, ensuring our information is not only insightful but also trusted, accurate, and compliant.

Analytical Responsibilities

  • Perform Data Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of complex datasets to identify trends, measure performance, and uncover business opportunities.
  • Create Visualisations: Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using tools like Looker to communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.
  • Provide Strategic Insights: Translate analytical results into clear, actionable recommendations that drive business decisions.
  • Develop Data Models: Design and build data models that support reporting and analytical needs, ensuring data is structured for efficiency and clarity.

Data Governance Responsibilities

  • Develop and Implement Data Governance Policies: Partner with business leaders to define and document data policies, standards, and procedures, and ensure clarity on roles and responsibilities.
  • Framework Rollout: Lead or assist in the introduction and adoption of a data governance framework across the organization. This includes developing training materials and conducting workshops to promote data literacy and adherence to policies.
  • Data Lineage and Cataloging: Work with technical teams to document data lineage and create a comprehensive data catalog.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a liaison between business and technical teams, translating business needs into data requirements and ensuring data solutions align with governance principles.
  • Data Quality Management: Identify and investigate data quality issues, contributing to the development of root cause analyses and solutions.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Data Governance: Direct experience in creating, delivering, or managing a data governance framework.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex datasets and identify trends, patterns, and issues.
  • Technical Proficiency: Expertise in SQL for data querying and manipulation. Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and data governance platforms (e.g., Collibra, Informatica).
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Problem-Solving: Proactive and detail-oriented approach to identifying and resolving data-related challenges.
  • Project Management: Experience in managing projects, particularly those related to data quality or governance initiatives.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary on offer
  • Annual Bonus
  • Flexible working
  • Hybrid working model - we require all employees to come into the office 4 days per month.
  • Relaxed office environment in the City of London, near Aldgate East station
  • Pension Plan
  • Private Healthcare
  • Holiday purchase programme
  • Staff Discount Scheme
  • Home Office Allowance up to £400 to ensure you have the right tools/equipment for set up at home.
  • Access to Learnably with an individual training budget to support your personal development & growth.
  • Cycle 2 Work Scheme - Claim £2500 towards purchasing a bike/equipment.
  • Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders
  • Generous family-friendly policies

We are committed to making our selection process accessible to everyone. If you need adjustments, please get in touch with

Offer to Interview Scheme:

Applicants who apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme and meet the ‘minimum criteria’ for the role will be offered an interview. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process for anyone who wishes to make an application.

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At YouView, we are committed to creating a work environment where every colleague feels safe and comfortable being their authentic self, while also experiencing a strong sense of belonging that enables everyone to thrive.

We place great value on building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees, inspiring innovation, and helping us to realise our vision and have a positive impact on society.

YouView is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team of exceptional individuals. We are always looking to hire the absolute best talent and recognise that diversity in our experiences and backgrounds is what makes us stronger.

We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, marital status, neurodivergent or disability status, and it is our firm belief that the more inclusive we are as a business, the better our work will be.

Please let our team know of any support you may need throughout your applicant journey.


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