Job Description

Description

We are seeking a

Data Steward

with strong data modelling and handling experience to join our

Regulatory Data team

. You'll help shape and maintain systems that manage

high-quality substance regulatory data

, supporting both our new and legacy platforms.

Within this role, you would help drive the Extract, Transform, and Load process for structured regulatory list data, from diverse sources. The process takes the data through a raw, 'maximally granular' form, and into formats that are appropriate to both the target systems and the content of the original regulations.

Someone able to keep an

overview of the work required

will be essential for the extensive migration program planned to move end users onto systems fed by enhanced data. While we have a team of junior full and part-time personnel working effectively to perform data extractions, review work, and create transformed datasets from pre-set rules, you would be the expert

reviewing new jobs

,

analyzing data sources

to understand their nature, and

creating the rules

for how the data should look in the target systems

This work will involve the selection or creation of appropriate schema compatible with both legacy data systems and new ones. As such, the role will feature an initial training program to get you familiar with the structure and philosophy of both the old and the new data systems, so that you are comfortable defining target data schemas for upload.


Although some hard technical skills are required, this role focuses on

data analysis, schema design, and process definition

rather than software development. You'll work closely with technical and regulatory experts to ensu

Role and Responsibilities

Investigate the

technical requirements

of data extractions Analyse

extracted data objects

for compatibility with target data structures Create

transformation instructions

for data sets, and configure target systems Perform

final quality checks

of extracted data and methods used Work with data owners to ensure that data sets

upload and display correctly

Ensure

data quality

: at each step of the process and end-to-end

Design extraction strategies

for extensive or problematic sources Developing knowledge of the

meaning and context

of both inputs and outputs Helping maintenance of a

codebase of modules

created by the extraction team Experimentation with

new methods in data extraction

Interaction with the team

of Data Technicians and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for regulatory insight Respond to stakeholder queries and

give status updates

Document processes and decisions

to support transparency and reproducibility

Assist colleagues

with data manipulation and validation tasks Design

reusable tools and methods

to assist data management

Profile and Qualifications

Strong

logical and analytical skills

, and an ability to visualise complex systems Strong attention to

detail and accuracy

Experience with

relational databases

and structured data formats (e.g. XML, JSON, CSV) Experience with

Python

(in particular web scraping and data handling packages, e.g.: Selenium, Pandas) Experience with advanced data methods in

Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets

Strong

written and verbal communication

skills Experience working within a

quality-focussed team

Interest in

chemical regulations

and the context behind regulatory data A Grade 4/C in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent, plus Advanced Level (or equivalent) qualification in STEM subjects Professional experience in data modelling, ETL, or data quality control Experience with work management practices and frameworks (in particular: Kanban, Agile, Scrum) Experience with spreadsheet macro languages Visual Basic and/or Google Apps Script Familiarity with regulatory or scientific data Enthusiasm for researching topics and methods outside of your current areas of knowledge Undergraduate degree in a STEM field

Staff Benefits

Dependent on location, we offer an excellent range of staff benefits, including:Pension Scheme and Medical Benefits Generous holidays Professional Development Social Culture Flexible working

About Yordas Group

Yordas Group is a leading provider of scientific, environmental, human health, and global regulatory consulting services. We offer chemical regulatory support, expert scientific services and support on chemicals management and product stewardship, global hazard communication, hazard and risk assessment, analytical and (eco)tox testing.



Our international client base includes chemical producers, manufacturers, formulators, importers, distributors, retailers as well as trade associations. Yordas serves various industry sectors such as Aerospace, Biocides, Cleaning, Electronics, Lubricants, Nanomaterials, Oil, Gas & Mining, Plastics or Textiles.



We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.



Yordas Group embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.