Data & Analytics Lead

Data & Analytics Lead
Halesowen - Hybrid

£65,000 - £75,000 + Benefits

Are you an experienced Data & Analytics professional looking to make a meaningful impact? Applause IT are partnering with a growing organisation in the care and education sector that's investing in its digital future. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of the data and analytics function, helping to shape strategy and build platforms from the ground up.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead and evolve the company's reporting hub and data warehouse strategy
• Design and implement scalable ETL and reporting processes using SQL and Power BI
• Facilitate insight and cohesion across key departments - from finance and operations to compliance and quality
• Drive data governance, accuracy and best practices across the business
• Mentor and develop a small but growing data team
• Work closely with senior leadership to influence decision-making with data

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience working across both data engineering and analytics
• Strong SQL and Power BI skills - hands-on experience with modern data tools and reporting platforms
• A background in SMEs or high-growth environments where you've had to wear multiple hats
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to communicate data to non-technical stakeholders
• Experience with TimeXtender or similar ETL platforms (nice to have, not essential)

Why this role?

• Join an organisation making a real difference in people's lives
• Play a lead role in shaping a modern data function
• Plenty of autonomy and direct access to decision-makers
• Hybrid working with the chance to influence real-world impact

This is the perfect role for a self-starter who enjoys building, leading and making a genuine contribution to how data is used to drive performance and quality.

Data & Analytics Lead - Halesowen - Hybrid - £65,000 - £75,000 + Benefits