Contract Principal Data Analyst - Hybrid - Reading

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler

Oxford

1 month ago

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70 - 83 per hour insideIR35

Based in Reading - hybrid working - 2-3 days onsite per week

SC Clearance is essential for this role

Urgently hiring for a Contract Principal Data Analyst to drive advanced analytics solutions, shape enterprise data practices, and lead innovation across complex environments.

Responsibilities:

Lead the design and delivery of advanced analytics and reporting solutions
Own data modelling, dashboard design, and scalable reporting frameworks
Define governance, security, and quality standards
Partner with architects, engineers, and business leaders to influence data strategy
Mentor and develop analysts within a collaborative team

Skills and Experience:

Strong expertise in SQL and data warehousing
Advanced Power BI / Tableau dashboard development
Deep understanding of data lifecycle, governance, and quality
Experience in cloud or hybrid data environments
Proven ability to influence technical decisions and communicate insights clearly
Experience working in Agile / DevOps environments
Python and ML would be an added advantage.

Please apply for immediate interview.

CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

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