Data Analyst - SQL, Excel, Power BI/Tableau, Python/R

Data Analyst - SQL, Excel, Power BI/Tableau, Python/R

Posted 1 day ago by Undisclosed

£30 Per hour
Inside
Undetermined
Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom

Summary: Data Analyst position that would suit someone with 2-3 years’ experience post University degree in a relevant field. The role involves supporting digital transformation initiatives, managing reporting tools, and collaborating with various departments to provide data-driven insights. Key responsibilities include data collection, analysis, and visualization using tools like SQL, Excel, Power BI, and Tableau. The position is based in Cheltenham and is a 12-month contract.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide support to all activities related to digital transformation
  • Support Business change manager to run an effective operating rhythm with reports and dashboard preparation
  • Support initiatives to automate and digitize processes, identify opportunities of simplification and optimization, track and document business data sources
  • Track and administer digital transformation projects and other improvement activities run across the campus
  • Manage digital reporting tools and dashboard; support implementation of digital tools
  • Research and definition of the potential future data analytics strategy for Engineering Operations
  • Engage cross functionally facilitating process reviews / improvements and building relationships across the organisation
  • Data Collection & Cleaning: Gathering data from primary and secondary sources (databases, surveys) and scrubbing it to ensure accuracy and consistency
  • Data Analysis: Identifying, analyzing, and interpreting trends or patterns in complex data sets using statistical methods
  • Reporting & Visualization: Developing visualizations, dashboards, and reports using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Excel to make data insights accessible to non-technical audiences
  • Database Management: Writing SQL queries to extract, manipulate, and structure data
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Partnering with departments (marketing, IT, finance) to understand needs and providing evidence-based insights to support decisions
  • Process Improvement: Identifying, analyzing, and interpreting trends or patterns in complex data sets

Key Skills:

  • Proficiency in SQL and database management
  • Experience with analytical tools (Python, R, SAS)
  • Expertise in Excel and visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI)
  • Strong mathematical skills for data analysis and interpretation
  • Ability to articulate complex data insights to stakeholders through reports and presentations
  • A degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or economics
  • Driven and motivated to get involved in projects
  • Organised & able to work to deadlines
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Able to take ownership for projects
  • Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Able to work as part of a team

Salary (Rate): £30 per hour

City: Cheltenham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Data Analyst - SQL, Excel, Power BI/Tableau, Python/R

Data Analyst - SQL, Excel, Power BI/Tableau, Python/R

The location of the role is Cheltenham . The duration of the contract is 12 months . The pay rate on offer is £20 - £30 per hour via PAYE (37 hours per week).

Summary

Data Analyst position that would suit someone with 2-3 years’ experience post University degree in a relevant field.

Key Activities

  • Provide support to all activities related to digital transformation
  • Support Business change manager to run an effective operating rhythm with reports and dashboard preparation
  • Support initiatives to automate and digitize processes, identify opportunities of simplification and optimization, track and document business data sources
  • Track and administer digital transformation projects and other improvement activities run across the campus
  • Manage digital reporting tools and dashboard; support implementation of digital tools
  • Research and definition of the potential future data analytics strategy for Engineering Operations
  • Engage cross functionally facilitating process reviews / improvements and building relationships across the organisation.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Data Collection & Cleaning: Gathering data from primary and secondary sources (databases, surveys) and scrubbing it to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Data Analysis: Identifying, analyzing, and interpreting trends or patterns in complex data sets using statistical methods.
  • Reporting & Visualization: Developing visualizations, dashboards, and reports using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Excel to make data insights accessible to non-technical audiences.
  • Database Management: Writing SQL queries to extract, manipulate, and structure data.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Partnering with departments (marketing, IT, finance) to understand needs and providing evidence-based insights to support decisions.
  • Process Improvement: Identifying, analyzing, and interpreting trends or patterns in complex data sets.

Qualifications / Requirements

Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL and database management. Experience with analytical tools (Python, R, SAS) is often required. Expertise in Excel and visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI) is essential.

Analytical Skills: Strong mathematical skills for data analysis and interpretation.

Communication: Ability to articulate complex data insights to stakeholders through reports and presentations.

Education: A degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or economics is common.

Desired Characteristics

  • Driven and motivated to get involved in projects
  • Organised & able to work to deadlines
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Able to take ownership for projects
  • Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Able to work as part of a team