Metadata Analyst

Overview

BRMi is seeking a Metadata Analyst to support the Lending Data Governance function. The role operates within Lending Strategy’s Data Governance team and is responsible for enabling the adoption and management of metadata practices across the business.

Responsibilities

• Support Business Data Owners and Data Stewards in identifying and cataloging data assets
• Engage business stakeholders to ensure metadata is captured, tagged, and maintained accurately
• Maintain metadata artifacts, identify gaps or inconsistencies, and escalate issues as needed
• Collaborate with Business and Technical Data Stewards to define clear and consistent business terminology
• Gather and document business and technical requirements related to metadata and data lineage
• Own and support metadata governance processes for both new initiatives and enhancement efforts
• Curate and enrich business glossary content to ensure consistent enterprise-wide definitions
• Partner with ISD and technical teams to support metadata tools through implementation and production
• Support creation and maintenance of data dictionaries and data catalog entries
• Affirm and support metadata governance processes for both new initiatives and enhancement efforts
• Own and support metadata governance processes for both new initiatives and enhancement efforts
• Support communication and publication of data glossary updates across the business
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience in data governance, metadata management, or data management within a financial services or enterprise environment
• Demonstrated experience working with business and technical stakeholders to define and document data assets
• Experience with data catalogs, data dictionaries, and metadata tools
• Understanding of data lineage concepts and data lifecycle management
• Familiarity with governance frameworks and enterprise data standards
• Strong communication skills, ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying metadata gaps and inconsistencies
• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity
• Adaptability in a changing governance and technology environment
• Ability to drive alignment across multiple stakeholder groups

Desired Experience

• Supporting enterprise data governance initiatives or EDG programs
• Familiarity with metadata tooling platforms (e.g., Alation or similar tools)
• Experience supporting data lineage visualization and documentation
• Knowledge of data classification frameworks and taxonomy design
• Experience working with ISD or technology teams on data-related tooling implementations
• Exposure to financial services data, lending data domains, or regulatory data requirements
• Experience contributing to business glossary development and enterprise data standards

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that includes Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, and 11 Paid Holidays
• Education Assistance

Pay

$116k-134k

Schedule

Hybrid in Vienna, VA