Data Analysis and Report Writer

Opus People Solutions Ltd
Bristol
1 year ago
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Title:Data Analysis and Report Writer

Rate:Competitive

Type:Temporary - until the end of September

Location:Hybrid/remote



Opus People Solutions are working with our public sector client who replaces its current Education IT system with Liquidlogic Early Years and Education System (EYES) application. The organisation currently operates the Liquidlogic LCS and EHM within its Children’s Social Care Directorate and therefore has some internal expertise, however we are looking to appoint a Data Analytics and Report Writer to join the Education System Implementation Programme Team. Working closely with the supplier, Liquidlogic/SystemC, the Education System users and CCC’s Policy and Insight Team, the post holder will be required to support with data analysis and report creation


.
The successful candidate will be responsible for analysing complex data sets to support decision-making processes and creating comprehensive reports that convey actionable insights. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, exceptional writing skills, and the ability to communicate findings effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholder


s.
Preparation Pha

  • se:Source the relevant in-house report and dashboard requiremen
  • ts.Work with the teams on how reports are to be utilised in the new syst
  • em.Work with supplier configuration team on system pathways, design and how data will flow between system pathwa
  • ys.Design reports and documents for new syst
  • em.Determine what reports will be used within the System and which BI reports/dashboards are requi


red
Design Ph

  • ase:Attend/review recordings of the configuration workshops, review configuration documentation and feedback to Project Manager and Education Operational
  • LeadUndertake the configuration of new reports and dashboards for new system on behalf of the author
  • ity.Support Testing and data migration outputs with any managed changes and configuration to the sys
  • tem.Prepare data extracts to support BI reporting and Dashboards required by the busin


ess.
Implementation P

  • hase:Working with the Business Services Support team to support with training scope for reporting and use of BI Dashboard which will inc
  • lude:Support with training scope and learning objectives for reports cre
  • ated.Support with building user guides and factsh
  • eets.Support with reporting queries and resolving is


sues.
S

  • kills:Must be familiar with Liquidlogic applications (EYES, Portals, LCS and EHM and Con
  • trOCC)Must be familiar with report design and the creation of BI Dashboard d
  • esign.Must be good at communicating to different stakeholder groups to scope, design, build and test solu
  • tions.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their data needs and provide analytical su
  • pport.Conduct data validation and ensure data accuracy and inte
  • grity.Prepare clear and concise reports, presentations, and summaries of analysis results for stakeholders at all l
  • evels.Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend solutions based on data ana
  • lysis.Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in data analysis and repo


rting.
Expe

  • rience:Proven experience as a Data Analyst, Report Writer, or simila
  • r role.Proficiency in data analysis tools and software such as SQL, Python, R, and data visualisation tools (e.g., Tableau, Pow
  • er BI).Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex dat
  • a sets.Excellent written and verbal communication
  • skills.Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy i
  • n work.Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced envir
  • onment.Experience with data warehousing and business intelligence systems is


a plus.
If you are interested in the role, we encourage you t


o apply.

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