Junior Data Analyst

Southborough, Kent
2 months ago
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Location: Royal Tunbridge Wells (Hybrid)

Are you ready to kick-start your data career in a fast-paced environment where innovation and technology meet real-world impact? We’re on the lookout for a motivated Junior Data Analyst who’s excited about transforming complex data into meaningful insights that drive business decisions.

About the Role

As a Junior Data Analyst, you’ll play a key part in supporting reporting, analytics, and data quality initiatives across the organisation. Working closely with stakeholders, you’ll help shape how data is used and ensure the business has reliable, actionable information at its fingertips. If you're analytical, detail-driven, and eager to grow your skills, this role is an excellent opportunity to develop within a forward-thinking tech environment.

Key Responsibilities

Data Extraction & Preparation: Collect, clean, and transform data from internal systems, using tools such as Azure Databricks.

Reporting & Visualisation: Build and maintain interactive dashboards and reports, with Power BI as your go-to tool.

Data Quality: Monitor and maintain data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across multiple sources.

Stakeholder Support: Partner with teams across the business to understand their data needs and deliver timely insights.

Process Improvements: Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and improve data accessibility.

Skills & Experience

Strong Excel skills and basic SQL knowledge.

Familiarity with Power BI (essential) and Azure Databricks (desirable).

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.

Confident communicating insights to non-technical audiences.

Degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Maths, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics) or equivalent experience.

Nice to Have

Experience with Python or other scripting languages.

Understanding of ETL processes or data warehousing concepts.

Knowledge of Odoo ERP or similar systems.

Interest in IoT, telematics, or emerging tech

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