Data Governance Analyst – Metadata | Permanent | Eastleigh (Hybrid) | £60,000 I'm looking for a Data Governance Analyst – Metadata to join a growing data governance function, supporting the development and delivery of metadata capabilities across enterprise platforms. You'll work with modern tooling such as Collibra and Databricks Unity Catalog, helping improve data discoverability, quality and governance across the organisation. This role involves working closely with data owners and stewards, enhancing metadata processes, promoting best practice, and translating technical governance into clear business value. You'll also contribute to automation and continuous improvement of governance processes. Ideal experience: <ul><li>Strong understanding of data governance and metadata management</li><li>Experience in a data governance role (ideally financial services)</li><li>Hands-on experience with Collibra or similar tools</li><li>Familiarity with Databricks Unity Catalog</li><li>Strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement</li></ul>£60,000 salary, hybrid working, excellent benefits and strong development opportunities. #DataGovernance #Metadata #Collibra #Databricks #DataManagement #DataQuality #DataStrategy #Governance #HybridWorking #EastleighJobs

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Data Delivery Manager | Permanent | Reigate (Hybrid) | £75,000 I'm looking for an experienced Data Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of data initiatives, working closely with Product Owners, technical teams and business stakeholders. You'll coordinate delivery, manage risks and dependencies, and keep multiple projects on track in a fast-paced environment. Experience delivering within data environments (data pipelines, MI or analytics) is essential, along with strong stakeholder management, organisation and communication skills. Competitive salary, hybrid working, annual bonus, generous holiday, pension and an excellent benefits package. #DataDelivery #DeliveryManager #DataManagement #Analytics #DataPipelines #StakeholderManagement #Agile #ProjectDelivery #HybridWorking #ReigateJobs

Data Delivery Manager

Join a leading organisation in shaping its data-driven future as a Data Governance Analyst – Metadata. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to strategic data and AI initiatives during a period of significant business transformation. You will play a key role in developing and enhancing metadata management capabilities that support trusted, well-managed, and discoverable data products across the organisation. The Role<ul><li>Support the planning and delivery of the metadata roadmap, taking ownership of key initiatives to ensure successful implementation.</li><li>Develop and optimise capabilities within tools such as Collibra and Databricks Unity Catalog to improve metadata management.</li><li>Collaborate with Data Owners and Data Stewards to enable high-quality data delivery and support governance outcomes.</li><li>Promote the value of metadata tooling by demonstrating features and capabilities across teams.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve data processes through automation and enhancements in metadata tooling.</li><li>Coach stakeholders on connecting business context with technical metadata management, emphasising the importance and value of metadata.</li></ul>What You’ll Do<ul><li>Assist in executing the organisation’s metadata strategy and ownership of key project deliverables.</li><li>Enhance the functionality and organisational value of metadata tools to maximise their usefulness.</li><li>Work closely with Data Owners and Stewards to embed governance practices using advanced tooling.</li><li>Demonstrate metadata features to foster understanding and adoption across teams.</li><li>Identify automation opportunities to streamline data processes and improve efficiency.</li><li>Provide training and advisory support to stakeholders on metadata management best practices and the importance of business context.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For<ul><li>Strong knowledge of data governance principles, best practices, and the purpose of metadata management; DAMA qualification is desirable.</li><li>At least 2 years’ experience in a data governance role within the Financial Sector.</li><li>Hands-on experience with Collibra or similar tools (Informatica, Alation, Atacama), with awareness of Databricks Unity Catalog.</li><li>Ability to communicate complex technical concepts in simple, non-technical language.</li><li>Adaptability to fast-paced, evolving environments.</li><li>A growth mindset with a keen interest in developing expertise in data and AI governance technologies.</li></ul>Nice to Have<ul><li>Experience supporting automation of metadata processes.</li><li>Broader knowledge of data governance tools and emerging technologies.</li><li>Stakeholder coaching and training experience.</li></ul>Package<ul><li>Salary: £60,000 </li><li>Permanent, full-time based in Eastleigh with hybrid working options.</li><li>Benefits include flexible working, generous holiday allowance (minimum 35 days including bank holidays), health and wellbeing initiatives, insurance benefits, savings schemes, and more.</li></ul>

Location: Vienna, Austria (2 days per week on-site required) Contract Type: Freelance / Contract Duration: Initial contract to end of year, with strong likelihood of extension Rate: Competitive hourly rate - apply to discuss About the Client Our client is a leading IT consultancy and digital transformation partner in the DACH region, delivering enterprise-scale technology, cloud, and AI projects for major corporate clients. As part of continued investment in AI and machine learning capability, they are looking to bring in an experienced AI Architect on a contract basis. The Opportunity We are recruiting for an AI/ML Architect to support the design and delivery of scalable AI solutions for a major enterprise client. This role sits at the intersection of solution architecture, machine learning operations, and cloud infrastructure, and offers exposure to high-impact AI initiatives within a large, complex organisation. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Design and define AI/ML solution architecture aligned to business and technical requirements</li><li>Support MLOps practices for the deployment, monitoring, and scaling of ML models</li><li>Design and integrate APIs to support AI/ML solution delivery</li><li>Work within Azure and/or Google Cloud environments to deliver cloud-native AI solutions</li><li>Collaborate with technical teams and business stakeholders across the project</li></ul>Requirements <ul><li>Minimum 6-7 years of experience as a Solution Architect or AI Architect</li><li>Proven experience with MLOps tooling and practices</li><li>Strong API design and integration experience</li><li>Working knowledge of Azure and/or Google Cloud Platform</li><li>Fluent English required (German not required)</li><li>Available and willing to work on-site in Vienna 2 days per week</li></ul>Contract Details Initial contract runs through to the end of the year with strong potential for extension. Hourly rate available on application - apply or get in touch to discuss. How to Apply Apply now with an up-to-date CV, or contact us directly to discuss the role and rate in more detail.

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