DATA
QUALITY
RECRUITMENT
In the fast-paced digital world, data quality is not just a necessity but a competitive edge. At Harnham, we recognize this critical need and are dedicated to connecting exceptional data quality professionals with leading organizations across the US, UK, and Europe.
We specialize in sourcing experts who bring a blend of technical skill, analytical prowess, and a deep understanding of data governance to ensure high data quality standards in various industries.
Focusing exclusively on the data quality sector, we recruit candidates who are proficient in the latest data quality tools, methodologies, and best practices. Our talent pool includes experts in data cleansing, data profiling, data governance, and master data management.
WHY
HARNHAM?
Our reputation as a global leader in data recruitment is built on a foundation of hundreds of dedicated specialists who operate across the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom.
This extensive network empowers us to offer unparalleled recruitment solutions, matching our clients with the ideal Data Quality talent.
We recognize the unique nature of each organization's data quality needs.
Our recruitment strategies are, therefore, highly customized, focusing on understanding and aligning with your specific business objectives and data accuracy requirements.
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SERVICES
- Permanent and Contract Recruitment: We provide both permanent and contract recruitment solutions, ensuring flexibility to meet the evolving needs of your Data Quality projects and initiatives.
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- Executive Search: Our executive search service is designed to identify and secure leaders in the Data Quality field who can propel your business strategies and data accuracy efforts forward.
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- Industry-Specific Expertise: We operate across all industries, offering specialized recruitment solutions that understand and cater to the unique challenges and opportunities within your sector.
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Contact us today to learn how our bespoke talent solutions can enhance your organization's Data Quality capabilities.
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LATEST DATA
QUALITY OPPORTUNITIES
Harnham are a specialist Data & AI recruitment business with teams that only focus on niche areas.
Manager, Data Governance
Jacksonville
$110000 - $140000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentJacksonville, Florida
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MANAGER, DATA GOVERNANCE
Florida, Jacksonville
Hybrid – 3 days in the office
$110-150k
In this key role, you will lead and oversee data governance strategies, ensuring our data assets are well-managed, secure, and compliant with industry standards.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the development and execution of data governance strategies, policies, and processes for data management.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to implement effective data governance practices that meet both regulatory and business needs.
- Oversee data quality, security, and compliance efforts, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all data sets.
- Implement and manage data governance tools, particularly Data bricks and Purview, to optimize the management of large-scale data sets.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to drive data governance initiatives and ensure data is accessible, accurate, and secure.
- Enhance the culture of the company, working cross-functionally to ensure communication between different teams and implement data governance principles
- Provide leadership and mentorship to the data governance team, ensuring ongoing professional development and best practices.
Your Skills & Experience:
- Insurance industry experience is essential, with a deep understanding of insurance data regulations, standards, and practices.
- Proven experience in managing data governance processes, with hands-on expertise in Databricks and Purview.
- Strong understanding of data privacy, security, and compliance regulations, particularly in the context of the insurance industry.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration.
- Ability to translate business needs into actionable data governance strategies
Please apply below
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Data Governance Analyst
London
£400 - £500
+ Data Management & Governance
ContractLondon
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Data Governance Analyst (CONTRACT)
£400 – £500 PER DAY (INSIDE IR35)
6 MONTHS
2-3 DAYS IN LONDON OFFICE, REMOTE OTHERWISE
Are you experienced in data governance and passionate about implementing data cataloguing solutions? A leading FTSE 100 company is seeking a skilled Data Governance Analyst to help implement a new data cataloguing tool from scratch, focusing on improving data management and governance processes.
THE COMPANY:
This well-established, global organization is a leader in their industry, known for its commitment to excellence in data-driven decision-making and digital transformation. They are now looking to enhance their data governance strategy and build a robust data cataloguing framework.
THE ROLE:
As a Data Governance Analyst, you will play a key role in the implementation of a data cataloguing tool (Precisely) from the ground up. This will involve setting up the tool, managing data governance processes, and ensuring compliance with internal standards. You’ll work closely with various teams to define data policies, governance structures, and best practices.
Specific duties as a Data Governance Analyst include:
- Implement and configure the Precisely data cataloguing tool from scratch
- Work closely with stakeholders to understand data governance needs and align with business objectives
- Define data governance policies and processes, ensuring data quality, security, and compliance
- Ensure the successful deployment of data cataloguing across the organization
- Collaborate with data teams to ensure effective data classification, metadata management, and data lineage
- Provide training and support to internal teams on the usage of the data cataloguing tool
- Monitor and report on the progress of the implementation, identifying any areas for improvement
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
The successful Data Governance Analyst will have the following skills and experience:
- Strong experience in data governance, with a focus on data cataloguing tools
- Hands-on experience implementing and configuring data cataloguing tools (preferably Precisely)
- Knowledge of data management frameworks, data quality standards, and best practices
- Proven track record of working within data governance frameworks and regulatory compliance requirements
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
THE BENEFITS:
- Competitive rate of £400 – £500 per day, inside IR35
- Initial 6-month contract
- Hybrid working arrangement: 2-3 days in the London office, with the rest remote
- Opportunity to work with a leading organization on a high-impact project
HOW TO APPLY:
Please register your interest by sending your CV or via the Apply link on this page.
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Data Governance Analyst
London
£450 - £500
+ Data Management & Governance
ContractLondon
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DATA GOVERNANCE ANALYST
£450 – £500 PER DAY INSIDE IR35
LONDON (3 DAYS IN THE OFFICE PER WEEK)
6 MONTH CONTRACT
THE COMPANY:
Join a leading UK company and contribute to the Data Management & Governance initiative.
THE ROLE:
As a Data Governance Analyst, you will be supporting on the implementation of the data catalogue platform, Precisely. Your role will include:
- Configuring the selected data governance platform including business glossary, data registers, workflows, user groups and user profiles, reference data, and relationships.
- Supporting on data governance/data quality initiatives.
- Providing training and coaching to system users.
- Manage the build and maintenance of critical data source connections, ensuring refreshes are scheduled and representative of the current data landscape.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
The successful Data Governance Analyst will be required to have the following experience:
- Proven experience as a Data Governance Analyst or in a similar role.
- Supported on implementing a data catalogue tool such as Collibra, Alation, or Informatica, but Precisely is the preferred option.
- Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, both technical and non-technical.
- Previous experience with querying data in SQL or Python.
- Desirable experience would be experience working with customer, geographical, or finance data.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Mojola Coker via the apply link on this page.
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Senior Data Governance Officer
€70000 - €100000
+ Data Management & Governance
PermanentNetherlands
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**Position: Senior Data Governance Officer
Industry: Finance
Location:Amsterdam
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Us:
Join a leading financial institution committed to innovation, integrity, and excellence. We empower clients through data-driven decision-making and prioritize strong data management practices to ensure accuracy, security, and compliance.
The Role:
We are seeking a Senior Data Governance Officer to lead and enhance our data governance framework. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring data quality, establishing governance policies, and driving strategic initiatives that align with regulatory standards and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop, implement, and maintain data governance policies, standards, and procedures.
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Oversee data quality management practices, identifying and resolving data issues.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data governance alignment across the organization.
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Lead the data stewardship program, providing guidance and support to data owners.
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Monitor compliance with data governance policies and regulatory requirements.
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Conduct regular data audits and prepare reports for senior management.
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Champion a culture of data responsibility and literacy throughout the business.
Required Skills & Experience:
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Proven experience in a senior data governance or data management role, ideally within the finance sector.
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In-depth knowledge of financial regulations (e.g., GDPR, BCBS 239, DORA, etc.).
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Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica).
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail.
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Relevant certifications (e.g., CDMP, DAMA) are a plus.
What We Offer:
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Opportunities for professional growth and development.
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A collaborative and inclusive work culture.
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Hybrid working options (dependent on location).
How to Apply: If you are passionate about driving data excellence in finance, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
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BUSINESS
INTELLIGENCE
From analysts to developers, Business Intelligence (BI) roles are indispensable, and an integral part of any data-driven team. Responsible for processing and visualising raw data over a variety of software applications, BI professionals help companies process their raw data into insightful solutions to solve complex business problems.
If you’re looking for recruitment support or jobs specialising in Cognos, Tableau, Qlikview, Looker, Domo, Birst, Microsoft Stack (SSIS, SSRS, SSAS), we have the team to help.
DATA ENGINEERING
We source the people who enable and optimise the technologies that make data possible.
From the Data Engineers who design and build data platforms, and those that manage data quality and data governance, through to Business Intelligence and Data Visualisation professionals, our Data and Technology team recruits for roles that sit behind effective analytics.
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
We source the people who enable and optimise the technologies that make data possible.
From Data Science start-ups, to global Travel and Financial corporations, we help the best Software Engineering talent find rewarding careers.
As the scale and complexity of data increases, Software Engineers have become essential players in creating information solutions. The need to build end to end systems that turn data into products has seen a sharp increase in demand for these roles.
Developers working in Python, Scala, and Java, as well as Dev Ops professionals, are now amongst some of the most sought-after talent in the industry.
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Thanks to Harnham, I am now in a role that suits me. My recruiter was able to quickly identify the skills I had to offer and match me up with his client. It was a win-win for everyone. I was given great advice throughout the process, and I also appreciated the follow-ups that I received.
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The team at Harnham have been outstanding in helping our company build a market-leading data science team. Harnham’s communication is great, and the recruiter’s take a consultative approach that’s really focused on provided value for both their clients and their candidates. They provide strong candidates that help us fill our roles with high achievers who are also a great fit for our culture.
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I've recently got a short-term contract role through Harnham, and things couldn't have gone better! My recruiter was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. They also provided incredible admin support so that I could focus on the actual job in hand, rather than having to spend too much time dealing with these matters.
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Client – Director of People Operations
We’ve been collaborating with Harnham to recruit some key positions for our company, and they have been incredible partners. They team has been great and efficient. They understood our needs perfectly and provided us very talented candidates. We'll keep collaborating with them in the future. Thank you for your excellent job!
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I have worked with Harnham for over 2 years now as our main Analytics Recruiter partner and I am very pleased with the overall service and the people we have hired via Harnham. Harnham’s team is very good at understanding our recruitment needs and always come back with relevant and well scanned CVs, which saves me precious time.
