Lead Data Analyst SQL, Power BI
Lead Data Analyst (Contract - Outside IR35 6 Months) £350-£375 per day | 1 day per week onsite (Northampton) | Hybrid We're seeking an experienced Lead Data Analyst to take ownership of Business Intelligence and Management Information reporting within a growing organisation. This is a contract opportunity operating outside IR35, offering a blend of remote work with 1 day per week onsite in Northampton.You'll work closely with a small team of Data Analysts, providing technical leadership while remaining hands-on in the design and delivery of scalable, high-quality reporting solutions. This role is ideal for a technically strong analyst who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing stakeholders, and driving meaningful business insights.Key Responsibilities
- Own the technical design and delivery of SQL-based reporting solutions, including Power BI, ensuring alignment with best practices and standards
- Provide leadership and guidance to a team of Data Analysts, acting as the escalation point for complex technical challenges
- Lead the development of robust, consistent reporting that supports key business decision-making
- Translate business requirements into well-structured, maintainable, and accurate reporting outputs
- Define and maintain clean, reliable datasets and enforce consistent data standards across reporting
- Mentor and coach analysts, supporting development and promoting best practice across the team
- Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server and SQL Server Reporting Services
- Proven expertise with Power Platform tools, particularly Power BI and Dataverse
- Ability to interpret business requirements and deliver secure, scalable technical solutions
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience with Power Automate
- Background working in Agile/Scrum environments
- Experience within Contact Centres or Law/Insurance sectors
- Relevant Microsoft certifications