Job Description

Branch/Department: People Partnering
Location: Head Office - Sovereign Street (Leeds)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Circa 45,000
Working Pattern: Hybrid working model and flexible working patterns considered
Reference: 6328
Closing Date: 11 February 2026

How you'll help us live our purpose

We've been helping our members save for their future and buy their own home since 1875. Join us and you'll play a big role in helping us to put home ownership within reach of more people, generation after generation.


It's a purpose that drives everything we do. And you can play your part too - join our People team as a People Data Insight & Governance Analyst.

How you'll make a difference

As a People Data Insight & Governance Analyst, you will be working as part of the People function, your role will be focused on turning data into actionable insight that informs strategic and operational decisions. The postholder will interpret trends, identify opportunities, and provide clear recommendations using established reporting assets. In addition, they will manage Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) via Microsoft Purview and maintain core data governance processes to ensure compliance and data integrity.

What will you bring to the role?

Proven experience in data analysis, insight generation, and data governance within a similar analytics or data management role. Strong curiosity and ability to interpret business requirements. Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insight and communicate recommendations to senior stakeholders. Experience capturing, cleansing, and combining data from multiple sources for robust analysis. Excellent attention to detail, statistical knowledge, and ability to resolve data issues to maintain integrity. Advanced skills in Power BI (data modelling, DAX, Power Query/M), SQL (T-SQL/SQL Server or equivalent), and Excel for reporting and analysis. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview (eDiscovery/Content Search), including KQL queries, review set management, and export for DSAR fulfilment. Working knowledge of data governance frameworks (DAMA or similar), data cataloguing, business glossary, and metadata stewardship. Familiarity with GDPR/UK DPA 2018, data subject rights, and records/retention requirements. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage with colleagues and external partners on data and governance matters.

And in return, you'll get the best from us:

Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the office Annual bonus of up to 12% Matched pension contributions up to 10% 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays and holiday purchase scheme Colleague Mortgage and Saver products 2 days' volunteering per year
We'll give you a place to belong with the support to learn, develop and shape a meaningful career.

Why choose us?

Our business is centred around our people. Our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do, as shown by our Inclusive Employers Gold accreditation in 2023 and 2025. We're committed to equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.


You'll be joining a truly purpose-focused culture which helped us win the Leading with Purpose award at the 2023 Business Culture Awards. This recognises how we've embedded our purpose with our colleagues, and the actions we've taken to put home ownership within reach of more people, generation after generation.

Why wait? Apply now

We'd love to hear from you. But don't wait around - we may close the advert early and we'd hate for you to miss out.


We're devoted to creating a culture and workplace that is representative of the communities we serve. If you'd like to work with us but are unsure if you meet the full criteria for a role, please contact the recruiter so we can find out more about your skills and experience. We're committed to supporting you to be at your best - to discuss any reasonable adjustments we could make, please contact us on careers@leedsbuildingsociety.co.uk.


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