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Principal analyst, Freight data analytics and modelling 26 views
Posted Today by Fabrique
Job summaryCan you lead complex analytical programmes and develop innovative freight modelling and data solutions that s...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Birmingham, West Midlands
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Data Migration Analyst (Accountancy/Professional Services)
Posted Today by Michael Page Technology
This rapidly expanding, Top 50 Accountancy Practice are seeking a Data Migration Analyst on a 12 month fixed term contra...
- Rate £40,000 per year
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Not specified
- Location Exeter, Devon
Senior Business Analyst - Data Platform & Reporting Transformation
Posted Today by William Alexander Recruitment Ltd
Senior Business Analyst - Data Platform & Reporting TransformationWe're currently working with a leading London Mark...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London
AI Data Analyst / Analytics Engineer
Posted 1 day ago by Kforce Technology Staffing
RESPONSIBILITIESKforce has a client that is seeking an AI Data Analyst/Analytics Engineer in Atlanta, GA. In this role,...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote or Brookhaven, Georgia
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About Our Data Analyst Contract Roles
What does a data analyst contractor do?
Data Analyst contractors are engaged to extract, process, and interpret data in order to provide insights that support business decision-making. The work typically involves querying databases to extract relevant data, cleaning and preparing data for analysis, conducting exploratory and descriptive analysis, building dashboards and reports for business stakeholders, and presenting findings in a clear and actionable way. Data Analyst contractors are used across virtually every sector and business function, from marketing and commercial analytics to finance reporting, operations monitoring, and product performance analysis.
Clients expect Data Analyst contractors to bring centre on strong SQL proficiency, which is the foundational skill across almost all data analyst roles. Experience with at least one data visualisation and reporting tool is widely expected, with Power BI being the most in-demand in the UK market, followed by Tableau and Looker. For more advanced roles, experience with Python or R for statistical analysis and data manipulation is increasingly required. The ability to work with imperfect data, identify anomalies, and produce analysis that is accurate and reliable under scrutiny is as important as technical skill. Strong communication skills, including the ability to present analytical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders and to translate business questions into analytical problems, are consistently among the most valued attributes in the Data Analyst contracting market.
What is the market like for data analyst contractors?
Contract Data Analyst work sits within one of the largest and most active segments of the UK data contracting market, driven by the broad and consistent demand for analytical capability across every sector and business function. Demand is particularly strong in financial services, retail, e-commerce, healthcare, and the public sector. The market spans a wide range of seniority and rate levels, from junior data extraction and reporting roles through to senior analytics positions operating at director level with strategic influence. Power BI skills continue to generate high volumes of demand as Microsoft's data platform adoption grows across UK organisations. Contractors who combine strong technical skills with genuine commercial curiosity and effective communication consistently command rates above the generalist analyst market.
How much do data analyst contractors usually earn?
Contract rates for data analyst roles typically range from £350 to £650 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many data analyst vacancies are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 600 data analyst contract roles across the site. Data reviewed up to October 2026.