Role focuses on managing and optimizing AXA UK's data assets through metadata capture, data dictionaries, business glossaries, and end-to-end data lineage in Collibra. You will collaborate with data owners, stewards and subject-matter experts to define data definitions, transformation logic, and data criticality, and contribute to data quality rule development. The position includes promoting Collibra adoption, enforcing governance standards, and supporting continuous improvement of metadata accuracy and data lifecycle management.
About AXA: AXA is a global leader in insurance and financial services, dedicated to helping customers protect what matters most to them. As the sixth-largest insurance company in the world, we provide a wide range of services, including health, car, home, and business insurance. We support millions of customers worldwide, helping them navigate life's uncertainties with confidence. AXA UK Support Functions look after our three customer-facing business units, providing the infrastructure and expertise to make sure we can be there for our customers. Job overview: Are you passionate about data and its role in driving business success? We’re looking for a dedicated Data Governance Analyst to help us manage and optimise our data assets across AXA. You’ll support the capture of metadata and oversee the lifecycle of data throughout AXA UK. Your expertise will ensure that our data is not only well understood and trusted but also governed, accessible and fit for purpose. If you’re keen to make a real impact in a dynamic environment, enjoy working with data and have a collaborative spirit, we’d love to hear from you! Key responsibilities: Catalogue metadata and manage data dictionaries, business glossaries, data products, and data elements within the enterprise data catalogue, Collibra. Collaborate with data owners, stewards and SMEs to define and document data definitions, transformation logic, and data criticality. Document end-to-end data lineage from source systems to consumption points within Collibra. Support the development and documentation of data quality rules for data elements in partnership with the business and data quality teams. Define and enforce metadata and governance standards within Collibra to enhance metadata quality and support data lifecycle management. Promote the adoption of Collibra across AXA by providing guidance and training to help users utilise the data catalogue effectively. Assist in continuous improvement initiatives for metadata accuracy, completeness and consistency. Act as a point of contact for data governance queries and contribute to maintaining a strong data governance framework. Work arrangements: At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work at least two days a week (40%) away from home, moving to three days a week (60%) in the future. Away from home means attending the office, visiting clients or attending industry events. We’re also happy to consider flexible working arrangements, which you can discuss with Talent Acquisition. Your skills & experience: Proficiency in data cataloguing tools, particularly Collibra. Proven experience in cataloguing data dictionaries, business terms, data elements and technical metadata, with a solid understanding of reference data management. Knowledge of data governance frameworks, metadata management and data ownership models. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for accuracy in data documentation. Excellent stakeholder management abilities, capable of building effective relationships across different areas of the organisation. Clear and confident communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams and support data governance initiatives. Proactive attitude with a focus on continuous improvement and data quality enhancement. As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom. How to apply: To apply, click on the ‘apply now’ button, you’ll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don’t discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long-term condition or disability and require adjustments during the application or interview process, we’re proud to offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge. For our support, please send an email to leanne.white@axa-insurance.co.uk. We encourage you to apply for this opportunity as soon as possible, as we may close this advert earlier than the listed closing date. #LI-DNI