Data Governance Analyst Jobs

Find Data Governance Analyst jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. These professionals help organizations manage data as a trusted business asset by setting standards, improving data quality, and supporting responsible access and use. Explore vetted opportunities at companies seeking analysts who can connect data practices with business, technology, risk, and compliance needs.

What Does a Data Governance Analyst Do?

Data Governance Analysts help establish and maintain the policies, processes, and controls that guide how data is defined, stored, accessed, and used. Depending on the organization, they may document data ownership and lineage, monitor quality, maintain metadata and business glossaries, support governance committees, and coordinate remediation when data issues arise. They often work across data, analytics, security, legal, compliance, and business teams.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for analytical thinking, clear communication, and experience working with data management or governance programs. Useful skills may include data quality assessment, metadata management, data cataloging, lineage documentation, policy development, and familiarity with privacy, security, or regulatory requirements. Knowledge of SQL, spreadsheets, business intelligence platforms, or data governance tools can also be valuable. Specific requirements vary by role and industry.

Data Governance Analyst Career Paths

Experience in this role can lead to opportunities in data governance management, data quality, master data management, privacy, compliance, data architecture, or broader data management leadership. Career progression often depends on the scope of governance programs you support, your industry expertise, and your ability to guide stakeholders through complex data challenges.

Explore Data Governance Analyst Opportunities

Browse Data Governance Analyst openings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role expectations, industries, and qualifications to identify positions that align with your experience and career goals.

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$120K - $135K *

Transform data engineering by designing scalable pipelines with Azure Databricks. Lead end-to-end solutions, optimize performance, and mentor teams to deliver high-quality, analytics-ready datasets th...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$213K - $342K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and delivery of complex data solutions that empower decision-making within multi-asset investment strategies, fostering innovation and collaboration across techn...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$201K - $322K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $163K *

Transform data into actionable insights by supporting strategic programs and logistics for a dynamic team. Collaborate across functions to drive analysis, documentation, and executive reviews, adaptin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$98K - $163K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$144K - $288K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $282K *

Lead the charge in establishing enterprise architecture governance, ensuring architectural integrity, compliance, and alignment with business strategies across a global organization. Drive innovation...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $136K *

Lead innovative data analytics strategies, develop business intelligence tools, and manage data governance and quality to drive impactful insights and solutions for diverse business challenges. Collab...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Champion data delivery solutions and optimize reporting processes within an agile team, ensuring robust data pipelines and dashboards that meet critical operational needs while collaborating across bu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Drive data excellence by developing scalable data solutions for reporting across diverse business functions, ensuring reliable and insightful analytics through a collaborative agile approach, and enha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $137K *

Engage in high-level paralegal support for corporate governance, compliance, and subsidiary management in a dynamic setting. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and ensure accurate record...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Governance Analyst do?question toggle

    A Data Governance Analyst helps organizations define and follow practices for managing data. Responsibilities may include tracking data quality, documenting metadata and lineage, supporting policies and controls, and coordinating with teams that create or use data.

  • What skills are useful for Data Governance Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Useful skills include data quality analysis, metadata management, data cataloging, documentation, stakeholder communication, and knowledge of data privacy or compliance. Some roles also value SQL, business intelligence experience, and familiarity with governance platforms.

  • What qualifications do employers look for in Data Governance Analysts?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers may seek a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a field such as information systems, analytics, business, or a related discipline. Relevant data management experience and knowledge of governance practices can also be important.

  • What career paths can follow a Data Governance Analyst role?question toggle

    Potential paths include data governance manager, data quality specialist, master data management professional, privacy or compliance analyst, data architect, and data management leader.

  • How can I find Data Governance Analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Data Governance Analyst listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and review each employer's qualifications and responsibilities.