Business Intelligence Analyst / Developer

Walsall
7 months ago
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This leading Property Organisation require a Business Intelligence Analyst / Developer to join an expanding team who are integral in their data-driven decisions transformational programme. You will play a pivotal role in helping to improve data quality, data access, and data literacy.

Client Details

This not-for-profit organisation, located in Walsall, is a medium-sized entity dedicated to delivering meaningful services to its community. They are known for their commitment to innovation and data-driven solutions in their operations.

Description

This leading Property Organisation require a Business Intelligence Analyst / Developer to join an expanding team who are integral in their data-driven decisions transformational programme. You will play a pivotal role in helping to improve data quality, data access, and data literacy. Using your substantial analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities, you will transform raw data into actionable insights that drive real change and meet the evolving needs of customers and creating positive social impact.

Main job responsibilities:

· Support the technical approach to business insights reporting through the development of databases, reusable data assets to ensure data can be reused across multiple initiatives, data collection processes and strategies to optimise statistical efficiency and data integrity.

· Oversee and develop existing business insight reports.

· Develop innovative analyses, reports, dashboards and insights using various reporting and analytical tools. Your work will empower stakeholders to make data-based improvements that enhance the lives of our customers.

· Perform data extractions for regulatory returns and deliver accurate data externally as required.

· Perform quantitative data analysis using statistical techniques and interpret trends and patterns in complex data sets, delivering insights that inform strategic decisions.

· Address ad-hoc reporting needs promptly, efficiently and to a high standard and provide expert advice and guidance on data-related queries.

· Maintain a strong understanding of key business software functionality to capture and report on strategic and operational data effectively. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and software relevant to the role.

· Training colleagues on how to best utilise dashboards and reports created in the team, creating a culture of data literacy.

Profile

A successful Business Intelligence Analyst should have:

· Proficiency in SQL, Excel, Power BI and DAX is essential, as these tools are integral to the role. Desirable to have knowledge and expertise in programming languages such as Python and R.

· Experience working with cloud-based data platforms, such as Snowflake or Databricks is preferred.

· Expertise in using T-SQL to interrogate and extract data through complex queries and stored procedures.

· A comprehensive understanding of databases, query optimisation, load monitoring, the Microsoft BI Stack and ETL frameworks.

· Technical expertise in data mining, data auditing, and segmentation.

· Experience building reusable data models, ideally with customer and/or asset data.

· Experience in handling and cleaning raw data.

· A comprehensive understanding of performance data, exceptional analytical skills using techniques such as linear regression and excellent data visualisation skills.

· Proven ability to conduct user acceptance testing and ensure data integrity.

· Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for non-specialist audiences.

· Excellent communication skills with a proven track record of building and managing strong relationships with colleagues at all levels to understand, interpret and devise appropriate reporting solutions.

Job Offer

A competitive salary of £40,000 to £45,0000 per annum.
Permanent position with long-term growth opportunities.
Generous pension scheme to support your future.
The chance to make an impact in the not-for-profit sector.
Collaborative work environmentIf you are ready to apply your analytical skills in a meaningful way, this could be the ideal role for you. Don't miss the opportunity to join this impactful organisation-apply today

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