Aston University is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Governance & Enablement Analyst to join its Data & Analytics team, based at John Cadbury House in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to build a career in data governance, analytics, and information management within a leading academic institution.
In this role, you will support the development and implementation of data governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, consistency, and compliance across systems. You will work closely with stakeholders to enable effective data usage, improve processes, and support data-driven decision-making across the organisation.
The ideal candidate will be analytical, organised, and confident working with data in a structured environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams are essential, along with a proactive approach to improving data processes and standards.
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, subject to eligibility and current immigration regulations.
Apply today to join Aston University as a Data Governance & Enablement Analyst and take the next step in your career within data and analytics.
Position: Data Governance & Enablement Analyst
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: £38,784 to £46,049 per annum
Location: Birmingham
About the Role
At Aston, we believe well-governed data enables confident decision-making, strengthens trust, and supports our 2030 strategy.
We are seeking a Data Governance & Enablement Analyst to help embed practical, proportionate governance practices across the University. This role is not about enforcing frameworks – it is about partnering with colleagues to build capability, clarify accountability, improve data quality by working with Data Stewards for allocation and monitoring of data quality and data integrity issues, establishing the root cause to be presented and agreed within the Data Governance Committee and ensure our data is trusted, secure, and well understood.
Working across academic and professional service areas, you will act as a trusted advisor, helping Data Owners and Stewards translate governance principles into day-to-day practice.
What we offer:
- Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
- Great family friendly policies.
- On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.
Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.
See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
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Application Deadline
April 8th, 2026