HR Data Governance Analyst

Job Overview Data Governance Analyst and Advisor – Human Resources Data Governance. The Data and Analytics Office is seeking a Data Governance Analyst and Advisor to support Human Resources data governance and data management practices. This role focuses on executing and embedding enterprise data governance standards within HR, partnering closely with HR stakeholders and central data governance teams to ensure consistency, data quality, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Support the implementation of enterprise data governance policies, standards, and procedures within Human Resources Assist HR data owners and stewards in understanding and meeting governance requirements across systems, reports, and data assets Partner with HR teams to identify initiatives with data impacts and ensure appropriate data governance considerations are addressed early Collaborate with Enterprise Data Governance, Data Privacy, Information Security, and Technology partners to support HR data needs and compliance expectations Help enforce data quality and data protection standards within HR data domains Support assessment and documentation of data-related risks, working with issue owners to track remediation efforts and align to enterprise controls Support the use of data governance tools and workflows (e.g., metadata, classification, retention) as applied to HR data Contribute to HR-specific guidance, job aids, and documentation to enable consistent application of data governance practices Assist with tracking and reporting data governance metrics related to HR data, supporting updates to leadership and enterprise reporting as needed Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience 3–7 years of experience in data governance, data management, risk, or related disciplines Experience working with business partners to implement standards or controls is required Strong collaboration and communication skills Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to support multiple activities in parallel Ability to explain data governance requirements to non-technical business partners Foundational understanding of data governance and data management concepts Understanding of how business functions create, manage, and consume data Interest or experience in records management or regulated data is a plus Salary Range $95,600 - 162,400 USD (base pay). Benefits Retirement benefits (401k and pension) Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability) Paid time off, parental and caregiver leave Life & accident insurance and other voluntary and well-being benefits Discretionary bonus program that may include equity component Equal Employment Opportunity Northern Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, gender, national origin, or other legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr 001 The Northern Trust Company