Data Analyst

Job Title: Data Analyst

Job Type: 12-Month Contract

Job Description

Our client, a leading organisation, is seeking an experienced Data Analyst to join their team on an initial 12-month daily rate contract. This role will focus on analysing complex datasets, delivering business insights, and supporting strategic decision-making across key business functions.

Job Responsibilities

• Gather, analyse and interpret large volumes of data from multiple business systems.
• Produce meaningful reports, dashboards and visualisations to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to understand reporting requirements and translate them into analytical solutions.
• Identify trends, patterns and opportunities for process improvement through data analysis.
• Develop and maintain reporting solutions using appropriate analytical and visualisation tools.
• Ensure data quality, integrity and consistency across reporting environments.
• Support ongoing data governance initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement of data management practices.
• Collaborate with technical and business teams to deliver data-driven solutions within agreed timelines.

Experience Required

• Minimum of 3+ years' experience in a Data Analyst or similar analytical role.
• Strong experience analysing and interpreting complex datasets.
• Proven ability to create reports, dashboards and management information for business stakeholders.
• Experience working with SQL and relational databases.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Experience working within Agile or project-based delivery environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Power BI, Tableau or similar visualisation tools.
• Knowledge of Python or R for data analysis and automation.
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms such as Azure, AWS or Google Cloud.
• Understanding of data warehousing and ETL processes.
• Familiarity with data governance, data quality and regulatory compliance principles.
• Exposure to financial services, professional services or other highly regulated industries would be advantageous.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent third-level qualification in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Systems or a related discipline.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in this role, please apply with your updated CV.