Lead Data Analyst

La Fosse
London
7 months ago
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Senior Consultant - Data & Analytics at La Fosse

  • Lead Data Analyst
  • up to £90,000
  • London office (2 days per week)

We've partnered with a PE-backed e-commerce business looking for a Lead Analyst to enhance their analytical capabilities, which will be a key driver of their growth. The company is currently relatively data-immature, so experience working with 'messy' data is important. You will lead end-to-end reporting and analytics, and oversee a small team of analysts.

Your focus will be on Supply & Operations within the UK, aiming to improve operational efficiency supporting profitable growth and strategic objectives. You will work cross-functionally within a centralized data team, collaborating closely with senior stakeholders, including C-suite executives.

This is a critical hire that will shape best practices in analytics and significantly impact the company's commercial and operational success. It's an excellent opportunity for someone eager to create personal value through their work.

What you need:

  • Expert-level SQL experience
  • Data visualization expertise, particularly with Tableau
  • Experience working with messy data or in organizations with low data maturity
  • End-to-end analytics expertise, including predictive analytics, root cause analysis, and user funnel analysis
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience working with C-suite stakeholders
  • Experience in Supply & Operations

If this sounds like you, please apply or contact me at

Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Analyst
  • Staffing and Recruiting

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