Junior Data Analyst

Chelmsford
3 months ago
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Junior Data Analyst

Due to their continued success, our client is currently seeking to recruit a Data Analyst to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an analytically minded individual to work for an award-winning business, who reward their employees with a competitive salary and excellent career prospects.

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Basic knowledge and understanding of SQL and data visualisation tools, including Power BI, and Tableau

  • Strong IT skills and abilities, in particular Microsoft Excel

  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail

  • An inquisitive nature, with the ability to interpret patterns in data and articulate insights to others

  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, written and verbal

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

  • Subject related bachelor’s degree, preferred but not essential

    This is a varied and dynamic position, responsible for a broad range of activities including trend analysis using historical claims and underwriting data, forecasting claims spend and future incurred positions, and developing and maintaining multiple internal reports.

    Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Assist in collecting, cleaning, and validating data from a variety of sources

  • Conduct basic data analysis and produce reports using tools such as Excel, SQL, and Power BI/Tableau

  • Deliver and maintain accurate and timely reports for end users

  • Support the design, development, and ongoing maintenance of dashboards and data visualisations

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver meaningful insights.

  • Identify and interpret trends, patterns, and anomalies within datasets to support decision-making

    In return for hard work and commitment, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary, excellent career progression opportunities and unrivalled benefits

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