Senior Data Quality Analyst

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects over the next 5 years, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

This role is within our Networks Distribution IT team supporting our Digital Strategy and Vision to be a progressive network owner, using digital to enhance social and economic value, deliver a leading experience for our customers and to enable the energy system to support net zero carbon

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in Perth, Glasgow, Havant or Reading

Salary: £55,573 - £63,643 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

As an experienced Senior Data Quality Analyst, youll be responsible for the development, improvement and delivery of the Data Quality operating model that supports the Data Management service provision necessary for the effective management of SSEN Distribution data assets. Your role is to make sure that the Data Quality processes, rules and requirements of data within SSEN Distribution are optimised, adhered to and provided to the business to enable them to fully understand the current level of quality of the data and to react accordingly.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

- Delivery of Data Quality support and guidance for SSEN Distribution to standardise best practice and realise group synergies including the deployment of quality tooling (Informatica Data Quality, Power BI and Data Catalogue) and the related operating models and processes.

- Delivery of SSEN Distribution Data Quality standards, and guidelines for Data Quality, ensuring that uniformly recognised and accepted Data Quality standards and definitions are developed and applied throughout the organisation.

- Design and deliver the Data Quality assurance service for analytics data sources being loaded onto the Analytics Platform and SSEN Distribution Data Portal.

- Creation and development of Data Quality Reporting and support documentation that underpins the delivery of the Data Management Service and roadmap to improve SSEN Distributions data maturity.

- Act in a Business Analyst capacity to support Data Management projects that are initiated to deliver new software or services with responsibility for producing documents such as the business case and benefits realisation plan.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Good knowledge of Data Management and Data Quality industry best practice.

- Good breadth and depth of knowledge and experience in the delivery of IT services ideally from a similar role in a large organisation.

- Knowledge and experience of market leading Data Quality tools such as Informatica, Power BI, Data Bricks, Informatica Data Quality

- Good stakeholder management skills, using communication skills and understanding of business goals to influence strategic direction on data.

- Ability to work with and collaborate with a high-performing team across remote locations.

About our Business

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Laura on 01738 341814.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.