Senior Data Analyst

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Role Overview

We are seeking a Principal Data Analyst to join a major defence digital programme, supporting the design and delivery of advanced analytics solutions across multiple workstreams.


This is a senior, hands-on role combining technical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and delivery ownership. You will play a key role in shaping data strategy, improving data governance and quality, and enabling data-driven decision-making across the organisation.


Key Responsibilities

As a Principal Data Analyst, you will:



  • Lead the design and delivery of advanced analytics solutions across multiple projects
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of dashboards, reports, and automated workflows using data warehousing and SQL-based solutions
  • Define and implement data governance, security, privacy, and compliance standards
  • Collaborate with data architects, engineers, and senior business stakeholders to shape data strategies
  • Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights for technical and non-technical audiences
  • Lead and mentor analysts, contributing to capability and best-practice development
  • Drive innovation through improved data practices, tooling, and emerging technologies

Core Skills & Experience (Essential)

  • Strong experience across the data lifecycle, including governance, quality, and validation
  • Advanced proficiency with SQL and data warehousing solutions
  • Strong experience with data visualisation tools (Power BI, Tableau)
  • Proven experience working with cloud-based or hybrid data environments
  • Strong understanding of data security, privacy, and ethical considerations
  • Experience gathering and translating requirements into scalable data solutions
  • Ability to plan, manage, and lead work packages within multi-disciplinary teams
  • Experience working in Agile or DevOps environments and contributing to technical strategy
  • Degree in STEM, Data Science, or a related discipline
  • Professional certifications in analytics or data engineering
  • Programming experience using Python
  • Exposure to machine learning techniques or advanced statistical modelling

This is not an exhaustive list. We are keen to hear from candidates who may not meet every requirement but bring a strong attitude and willingness to learn.


What We’re Looking For

  • A senior data professional who can lead, influence, and deliver, not just analyse
  • Someone comfortable operating in a regulated, security-conscious environment
  • Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with senior stakeholders
  • Active SC clearance or clear eligibility is mandatory
  • Contract role – Inside IR35
  • Reading-based with hybrid working
  • Long-term opportunity within a large defence programme

Apply

If you’re a Principal Data Analyst with strong technical depth and leadership experience, we’d like to hear from you.


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