Data Governance Analyst at Universal Music Group

Santa Monica, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Music, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

3 minimum years of direct experience in data governance and/or data management roles
Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and BigQuery's data governance features
Advanced hands-on SQL skills, particularly with BigQuery-specific syntax and functions
Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts
Familiarity with Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC) access models (or similar)
Demonstrable experience in creating and managing data governance artifacts
Experience with governance technologies such as Google Dataplex or similar Catalogs
Bachelor's Degree minimum in Computer Science, Information Management, Data Science, or related field, or equivalent experience
Flexible, with ability to work independently, proactively, and as part of a team
Experience creating data visualizations, dashboards, and reports using tools like Looker (a plus)
Experience with other Google Cloud Platform services (e.g., Cloud Storage, Cloud Functions, Composer/Airflow) (a plus)

Responsibilities

Create, institutionalize, and promote data management best practices across multiple business units and departments
Leverage BigQuery's built-in data governance features and integrate with Google Cloud services like Dataplex for comprehensive data governance
Conduct user access reviews (UARs) and audit individuals' access rights for appropriateness
Work with stakeholders to manage datasets, remove duplicate access, and cleanup individual access memberships
Recommend and enable specific Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies across Google Cloud projects
Act as liaison and executor to implement data owners' policy decisions for specific datasets
Update critical data identification, tagging, and data lineage
Facilitate development of data catalogs and promote standardized data definitions and glossaries
Maintain and enforce data governance frameworks, guidelines, and publications (including drafting policies, standards, and runbooks)
Facilitate workshops and discovery sessions with stakeholders across multiple disciplines
Develop and publish user-friendly data governance training materials to promote data literacy
Apply creative problem-solving skills to data governance efforts and identify alternative solutions

Skills

BigQuery

Dataplex

Google Cloud

Data Governance

User Access Reviews

Audit Compliance

Identity and Access Management

Universal Music Group

Global music recording, publishing, and distribution

About Universal Music Group

Universal Music Group (UMG) operates as a major player in the global music industry, engaging in recording, publishing, and distribution across over 60 countries. The company works with a wide range of clients, from famous artists like Elton John and Taylor Swift to new and independent musicians. UMG's operations include selling physical and digital music, streaming services, licensing music for various media, and organizing live performances. The company signs artists to contracts, produces their music, and manages their publishing rights, while also offering marketing and promotional services to help artists expand their reach. UMG generates revenue through multiple channels, including music sales, streaming subscriptions, licensing fees, live performances, and merchandise. This diverse approach allows UMG to maintain its leadership position in the music market by providing comprehensive support to artists and capitalizing on various revenue opportunities.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1934Year Founded

$3,890.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Competitive Salary

401k

Flexible PTO

Medical, dental, visiion insurance

Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement

Well-Being Allowance

Risks

Legal battle with Drake over 'pay-for-play' could harm UMG's reputation.

Downtown Music acquisition may face regulatory scrutiny, delaying expansion plans.

AI partnership with Amazon may not fully address evolving AI content challenges.

Differentiation

UMG leads the music industry with a diverse global presence in 60+ countries.

UMG's artist-centric streaming model enhances engagement and revenue for musicians.

UMG's strategic partnerships, like with Amazon, bolster innovation and content protection.

Upsides

UMG's acquisition of Downtown Music boosts its independent music sector presence.

Partnership with KLAY Vision positions UMG as a leader in AI-driven music innovation.

Collaboration with WPP enhances UMG's marketing capabilities and global reach.

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