National Energy System Operator
Data Quality Analyst
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About the Role
The Data Quality Team at NESO is dedicated to ensuring the accuracy and reliability of data throughout the organization. Our primary responsibilities include implementing and establishing a robust data quality framework, monitoring data controls, and driving continuous improvement in order to support data-driven decision-making. We are committed to maintaining high standards of data quality and integrity, and we work diligently to identify and resolve any data quality issues that may arise. By doing so, we aim to provide accurate and reliable data that can be trusted for informed decision-making across the organization.
As Data Quality Analyst, your primary responsibility will be to support the Data Quality Manager in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data within our organization. You will assist in data profiling activities, implement data quality controls, and monitor data quality metrics. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams, executing data validation, and cleansing procedures, and investigating data quality issues. You will also contribute to data governance initiatives and provide support to end-users on data quality practices and tools.
In the Data Quality Team, you will have ample opportunities to learn and develop essential skills in data quality management. You will gain hands-on experience with data profiling, validation, and cleansing techniques, as well as exposure to industry-standard tools and technologies.
This role is designated as requiring a National Security Vetting (NSV) clearance. You will usually need to have been a resident in the UK for the last five years to apply for the required level of clearance. We would invite any applicants who do not currently meet this residency requirement to still express an interest in the role.
This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home as well as flexible working arrangements.
Key Accountabilities
- Perform data quality activities as per the defined data quality policies - Data Quality Issue Management, Data profiling, Data Quality Measurement and Monitoring.
- Operationalize the data quality management frameworks to ensure the accuracy, consistency and integrity of data across NESO.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across the breadth of the NESO business to understand data requirements, ensuring data quality standards are implemented.
- Perform root cause analysis and Identify areas for improvement in data processes and applications to enhance overall data quality within the organization.
- Ensure compliance with Ofgem Data Best Practices and industry standards and implement data quality practices accordingly. Support the development of training & data literacy programs to educate staff on data quality.
- Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for data quality and governance, producing regular reports for stakeholders and senior management.
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Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment. Visa sponsorship may not be available for this role and will be considered in line with business requirements.
About You
We are looking for a new team member to support us drive data quality forward.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Evidence of strong stakeholder management experience.
- Demonstrated experience in Data Quality - Analysis, profiling, measurement and management.
- Exceptional communication skills – ability to articulate data quality concepts and requirements to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Evidence of using any data quality tools (Informatica, Trillium, Talend etc) and techniques.
- Ability to organise work based on business value - project management skills to effectively plan, execute and report to management on the progress, risk, and mitigation actions.
- Evidence of working in Agile environment.
- An understanding of how data is captured, stored, and accessed, with a good understanding on databases and SQL.
- Experience on data visualization tools - Data quality metrics, building DQ metrics in tool and communicating the same to stakeholders.
- Technical expertise regarding data models, database design, data mining.
Note, if you feel you meet some but not all of the requirements, we encourage you to apply. Our development capabilities can help fill potential gaps.
What You'll Get
- A competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000 dependent on experience and capability
- Bonus based on company performance
- 26 days annual leave as standard
- A competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
- Annual Enrollment to NESO Savings Plan, when you save between £20- £500 a month from your take-home pay, we will pay a 50% matching contribution.
NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your health, lifestyle and protection benefits, here's just a few available:
- Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
- Additional Birthday Day Off
- Cycle to Work Scheme, Retail & Gym Discounts
- Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Personal Accident Insurance
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About Us
At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030.
In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always acting in the best interests of all energy users.
Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value.
The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future.
Your energy. Our future. Together
National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
More Information
This role closes at 23:59, on the day before date shown above, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment process where everyone has the opportunity to show their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds. If this role sparks your interest but you're not sure you tick every box, we still want to hear from you.
We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.
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