Data Analyst

We have an excellent job opportunity for a Data Analyst - Reward for our leading airline client.

Role purpose

Highly analytical Data & Reporting Analyst, working in the reward team to transform complex datasets into clear, actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making.

Scope Solving data challenges, building robust reporting solutions, and shaping business performance through high-quality analysis.

Contract - 6 months

Location - Waterside (UB7 0GB)

Hybrid - 3 days per week on-site

Pay - attractive daily rate (inside IR35)

Responsibilities & Accountabilities Data Analysis & Interpretation

• Manipulate, clean, and structure large datasets from multiple systems to ensure accuracy and usability.
• Conduct deep-dive analysis to identify trends, patterns, risks, and opportunities.
• Translate raw data into meaningful insights that support operational and strategic initiatives.

Financial & Business Analysis

• Perform financial modelling, forecasting, and variance analysis to support planning cycles
• Evaluate business performance using KPIs and develop insight-driven recommendations.
• Present financial and operational findings to stakeholders in a clear, compelling format.

Reporting & Dashboard Development

• Design and maintain dynamic dashboards and reports that communicate complex information effectively.
• Apply data visualisation best practices to enhance clarity, usability, and decision-making.
• Automate recurring reporting processes to improve efficiency and consistency.

Power BI & Data Modelling

• Build advanced Power BI solutions, including DAX calculations, data models, and Power Query transformations.
• Optimise report performance and ensure data governance standards are met.
• Develop scalable reporting frameworks that support long-term business needs.

Data Management & Technical Skills

• Work confidently with large datasets using Excel (Power Query, Power Pivot, advanced formulas).Write and optimise SQL queries to extract and manipulate data from relational databases.
• Ensure data integrity through rigorous validation, reconciliation, and quality checks.

Skills / capabilities

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate insights clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outputs under tight timelines
• Follow-through decisions whilst maintaining accuracy and quality of output.
• Initiative, flexibility and judgement in identifying the most appropriate ways of working.
• A proactive, curious approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Mature and balanced understanding of the internal and external constraints and the business context in which it needs to be applied.
• Capable in handling highly sensitive and confidential information
• Able to always use discretion effectively whilst maintaining the required position of the reward and people function.

Qualifications / experience

• University Degree in Business/Numerical subject
• Experience in financial analysis, reporting, or business intelligence roles.
• Proficiency in Power BI, Excel, and SQL.
• Expert level skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent numeracy and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of reward practices and policies.

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