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YETUNDE COKER

London

Summary

Experienced and highly effective Data Governance Lead and Strategic Analyst, with a track record of delivering enterprise-wide data governance frameworks that enhance data quality, regulatory compliance, and business value. Over the past seven years, successfully led and embedded data governance programmes across multiple sectors, from utilities and housing to data strategy consulting. Demonstrated expertise in aligning data management practices with organisational strategy, designing policies and controls, establishing stewardship structures, and operationalising data literacy and risk mitigation initiatives. Adept at collaborating across business and technology functions to define and enforce ownership, deliver data maturity assessments, and implement key artefacts including glossaries, data dictionaries, scorecards, and metadata repositories. Passionate about embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement through stakeholder education, change management, and value-driven frameworks.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Senior Data and Information Governance Analyst

SSE PLC
12.2023 - 08.2025
  • Delivered a strategic Learning Needs Analysis resulting in 200+ stakeholder enrolments in tailored data literacy pathways, strengthening data stewardship and ownership.
  • Developed and launched digital learning content for the Data Management Centre of Excellence, mapped to evolving business needs and data personas.
  • Designed and embedded KPIs, data quality scorecards, and feedback mechanisms to measure competency uplift and engagement across Business Units.
  • Co-led data culture initiatives and education sessions, embedding best practices and promoting a consistent understanding of data governance responsibilities.
  • Led Data Management Maturity Model Assessments (DMMAs) across departments, identifying gaps and shaping data improvement roadmaps.
  • Conducted comprehensive gap analysis of Data & Information Management policies, ensuring compliance with GDPR and regulatory obligations.
  • Created and maintained core artefacts, including the Business Glossary, Data Dictionary, and data catalogue, to drive clarity and consistency.
  • Managed the Data Quality Issues Log and facilitated resolution through targeted remediation with accountable data owners and stewards.
  • Established and maintained a Data Owners and Stakeholders RACI matrix to clarify responsibilities and enforce accountability.
  • Supported the development and rollout of standards, data classification schemes, and metadata policies to improve enterprise-wide consistency.
  • Coordinated the Data & Information Managers Forum to enhance collaboration, standard adoption, and knowledge sharing across SSE.
  • Partnered with compliance and legal teams to deliver an eDiscovery-ready Systems & Applications Catalogue, including data flows and lineage mapping.
  • Initiated and led knowledge-sharing sessions with Ofgem and other regulatory bodies, enhancing governance alignment and industry best practice exchange.

Data Governance Lead

ABC Housing Ltd
01.2021 - 07.2023
  • Defined the Data Governance Vision and Strategy, aligning objectives with corporate goals and regulatory mandates.
  • Designed and implemented the Data Governance Operating Model, including escalation points, decision rights, and stewardship structure.
  • Drafted and published enterprise-wide data policies, standards, and procedures, covering data ownership, quality, retention, and classification.
  • Led identification and documentation of Critical Data Elements (CDEs) and developed a robust Business Glossary to drive consistency.
  • Delivered a comprehensive Data Quality Issues Management Process, enabling effective root cause analysis, escalation, and remediation.
  • Mapped systems, applications, and data flows, producing artefacts to support DPIAs, data lineage, and impact assessment.
  • Conducted training and awareness sessions supported by a detailed communications and training strategy, improving organisation-wide data literacy.
  • Implemented a data quality monitoring framework, including scorecards and metrics to track governance maturity and improvement areas.
  • Embedded RACI matrices for data owners and stewards, clarifying accountability and promoting shared responsibility.
  • Developed and deployed access management and data protection protocols, ensuring GDPR and ISO27001 alignment.
  • Worked cross-functionally with IT and Legal to establish a Metadata Repository supporting cataloguing, classification, and discovery.
  • Facilitated regular Data Steward Forums and stakeholder engagement meetings to promote collaboration and address governance challenges.
  • Defined and tracked Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of data governance, feeding into continuous improvement loops.

Data Governance Lead

Berkeley Data Strategists
07.2017 - 12.2020
  • Co-developed a data strategy aligned with business vision and operating objectives, incorporating guiding principles, use case prioritisation, and long-term value generation.
  • Drafted the Data Governance roadmap, assigning responsibilities, deliverables, and timelines to ensure effective execution across the client’s data landscape.
  • Authored and socialised governance policies, escalation protocols, and data handling standards, fostering compliance and operational clarity.
  • Facilitated the identification and documentation of Critical Data Elements (CDEs) and mapped data ownership and stewardship roles using a formalised RACI model.
  • Designed and embedded data quality KPIs and scorecards, enabling proactive monitoring, stakeholder reporting, and resolution tracking.
  • Established governance artefacts, including the Business Glossary, Data Dictionary, and Metadata Taxonomy, supporting improved discoverability and data literacy.
  • Engaged business and IT in co-creating a data classification and cataloguing framework that addressed sensitivity, lifecycle, and compliance needs.
  • Led stakeholder workshops to identify key data risks and translated insights into actionable remediation plans and controls.
  • Designed a data literacy and change management framework, including communication mechanisms, tailored training, and adoption metrics.
  • Developed and rolled out a communication strategy incorporating individual updates, mass communications, and executive briefings.
  • Supported the establishment of a collaborative governance operating model, including escalation paths, governance membership, and decision-making structures.
  • Monitored governance performance through continuous improvement loops, impact measurement surveys, and maturity model reviews.
  • Advised client organisations on building and integrating metadata repositories, stewardship workflows, and data architecture artefacts into their governance ecosystem.

Education

MSc -

Business Information Technology

LLB (Hons.) - undefined

Law Degree

Skills

  • Certified data management professional
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Problem-solving expertise
  • Policy development
  • Process optimization
  • Due diligence reviews
  • Data literacy program design
  • Analytical mindset
  • Data education content creation
  • Effective communication
  • Risk assessment
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Data governance framework implementation
  • Assessment strategies
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Agile methodologies
  • Data quality assurance
  • Data strategy development

Certification

  • DAMA Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
  • Microsoft Purview Training.
  • Informatica
  • Value Stream Management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Data and Information Governance Analyst

SSE PLC
12.2023 - 08.2025

Data Governance Lead

ABC Housing Ltd
01.2021 - 07.2023

Data Governance Lead

Berkeley Data Strategists
07.2017 - 12.2020

LLB (Hons.) - undefined

Law Degree

MSc -

Business Information Technology

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