SCUK Data Quality & Controls Analyst

Santander Consumer Finance UK (SCUK) is based in Redhill, Surrey and provides motor finance to a network of car dealerships throughout the United Kingdom. We are pleased to announce that we are currently looking for a Data Quality & Controls Analyst to join us on a permanent basis.

In this role, reporting to the Data Quality & Controls Manager you will use your knowledge in SAS to develop and maintain flexible data quality and integrity solutions that automate and support controls across SCUK’s systems, by working closely with cross-functional teams to identify and address data quality issues and oversee implementation of controls.

You will collaborate with teams across the business to implement best practices for data quality management and control. Using your SAS expertise you will help develop, maintain and operate a flexible Data Quality and Integrity solution’s that can be used to automate and support controls across our systems. You will also support your manager with the implementation of the company's data quality strategy and support the business to apply best practices for data quality management and control.

Main Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the design and implementation of data quality and integrity controls, aligned to the Santander data management policies
• Utilising SAS software to create and manage data quality and integrity controls that ensure the accuracy and consistency of data
• Maintaining, monitoring and supporting existing SAS data quality and integrity controls
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that data integrity controls are properly designed, tested, and implemented
• Working with the business to support initiatives that enhance the value of Data Quality across the company
• Producing and supporting monthly data quality reporting, including assisting with regulatory and audit activity relating to data quality, controls, and reporting
• Supporting compliance with regulatory guidelines, including Risk Data Aggregation requirements under Basel regulation BCBS239, by operating controls and escalating issues appropriately
• Assisting in fulfilling ad hoc requests and projects related to data quality and integrity controls
• Assisting in the maintenance, implementation and annual review of relevant models, policies, and procedures

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Previous Data Analyst work experience with demonstrable experience of developing, implementing, and monitoring data quality and integrity controls
• Strong SAS technical knowledge
• Working knowledge of SQL/Oracle
• An understanding of Data Governance and Data Quality best practice, design and implementation of data related controls
• Good emotional intelligence, influencing and collaboration skills, with the ability to deal with stakeholders at all levels of the business
• The ability to adjust to changing priorities while multitasking effectively
• The ability to quickly gain a good understanding of new business areas and systems
• A solid work ethic with attention to detail
• Experience in Power BI (desirable - but not essential)
• A degree in relevant field e.g. Data Science, Computer Science, or Business Analytics (desirable - but not essential)
• A Certified Data Management Professional (CMDP) (desirable - but not essential)

We have a range of benefits available which include:

• Competitive salary of £45,000-£50,000 (dependent on experience)
• £500 flexible benefit allowance
• 27 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays
• Annual bonus based on personal and company performance
• Generous pension contributions
• Employee assistance programme
• Sharesave scheme
• Gym passes at a reduced rate for 3,000 gyms, leisure centres etc

Other things you need to know:

• The working hours are 09:00-17:00 across Monday to Friday

Inclusion

At Santander we’re creating a thriving workplace where all colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed.  We all help to make Santander a workplace that celebrates diversity and attracts, retains and develops the most talented and committed people through living our values of Simple, Personal, and Fair.

At Santander Consumer Finance we have a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying, harassment (including sexual) or victimisation of any kind.

Should you want to be considered for part time hours, please let us know and we can assess your requirements.

What are the next steps:

If you are interested in this role and believe you have the skills, experience, and knowledge then we’d love to hear from you. Please go ahead and click apply which will take you through some questions and allow you to submit your CV and covering letter.