Lead Technical Data analyst

Lead Technical Data analyst

Posted Today by HOK Consulting - Technical Recruitment Consultancy

Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Greater Sheffield Area

Summary: The Technical Data Analyst role is a long-term contract position based in the UK, requiring a hybrid working arrangement with 2-3 days a week in Sheffield. The analyst will focus on collecting, analyzing, and interpreting complex data sets to provide actionable insights for business decision-making. Collaboration with stakeholders and proficiency in data visualization tools are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Data Collection: Gather, clean, and validate data from multiple sources, ensuring high data quality and integrity (major part of the role).
  • Analysis & Modelling: Apply statistical techniques to analyze data, identify trends, patterns, and anomalies, and provide meaningful insights.
  • Reporting & Visualization: Develop and automate reports and dashboards using tools such as Tableau or Power BI, ensuring accuracy and usability.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Translate complex data findings into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
  • Database Management: Write and optimize SQL queries to extract data and improve data processing efficiency.

Key Skills:

  • Strong proficiency in SQL and Excel (essential)
  • Experience with Python, R, or BI tools (Tableau, Power BI) preferred
  • Solid understanding of mathematics and statistical analysis
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present insights clearly

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Greater Sheffield Area

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Title: Technical Data Analyst

Duration: long-term contract

Location: UK-based hybrid (2-3 days in a week to Sheffield)

Visa: Only Britsh/ILR/depdnet visa

We are seeking a detail-oriented Technical Data Analyst to collect, analyse, and interpret complex data sets to support business decision-making. The role involves working closely with stakeholders to transform data into actionable insights through analysis, reporting, and visualization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Data Collection: Gather, clean, and validate data from multiple sources, ensuring high data quality and integrity (major part of the role).
  • Analysis & Modelling: Apply statistical techniques to analyze data, identify trends, patterns, and anomalies, and provide meaningful insights.
  • Reporting & Visualization: Develop and automate reports and dashboards using tools such as Tableau or Power BI, ensuring accuracy and usability.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Translate complex data findings into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
  • Database Management: Write and optimize SQL queries to extract data and improve data processing efficiency.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Strong proficiency in SQL and Excel (essential)
  • Experience with Python, R, or BI tools (Tableau, Power BI) preferred
  • Solid understanding of mathematics and statistical analysis
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present insights clearly