Leeds only based role for external hires. Please ensure you are happy to be based in Leeds, office attendance is minimum of 40% (rising to 50% later this year). Data Strategy Implementation Division (DSID) Almost everything the Bank does depends on the effective use of data and analytics (D&A). DAT's role is to help the Bank make the best use of D&A to fulfil its mission, which is in large part defined and delivered by DSID. DSID also directly enables colleagues to use data, by providing many of the central D&A tools, platforms, services, training and specialist support. The nature of the work makes DSID a home to many different skillsets, including data scientists, data governance experts, communications professionals, skills and training leads, and delivery managers. The division comprises around 50 staff and is responsible for provision of a number of Bankwide services. The Analytics Enablement Hub (AEH) The AEH provides data science and analytics tools, platforms, policies, and advice to colleagues across the Bank, to help them analyse data and communicate their insights to decision-makers. We achieve this through close partnership with Technology teams, and business representatives. The Data Science and Analytical Tools Strategy Team within the AEH is responsible for setting the strategy for Data Science tools within the Bank. We work together with our business stakeholders to own key decisions such as: what should be in our strategic toolkit, how to ensure this is fit for purpose and addresses the Bank's ongoing demand for programming, dashboarding and presentations tools, how to ensure our strategic data science toolkit is kept up to date and in-line with industry best practices, how to support users to implement best practices in their analytical processes. This team therefore sits at the core of an organisation-wide transformation in the way we use data & analytics. Job Description We are looking for a Power BI & Data Visualisation Expert to join the Data Science & Analytical Tools Strategy team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in crucial, strategic decisions about the Bank's future use of visualisation tools and shape the support service for Power BI in the Bank. We expect the role holder to: Develop capabilities and content to support enterprise use of Power BI. For example, setting up a certification process for semantic models. Test new Power BI & Fabric cloud services and work with DAT & Technology colleagues to address user pain points. Work closely with the Skills and Learning team to design, create and deliver Power BI user support material, such as self-help guidance, wikis and training courses. Provide day-to-day support to Power BI users across the Bank. Promote Power BI best practices and drive content for a community of "super users" in the Bank. Build strong relationships with business areas to understand their Power BI requirements. This role will also require close collaboration with colleagues working on the Bank's new cloud Enterprise Data Platform where Power BI is already in use. The Bank's use of Power BI and Microsoft Fabric is evolving quickly and the candidate should be comfortable working with uncertainty and balancing short-term decisions with longer-term strategy. Role Requirements: Minimum Criteria Strong hands‑on experience developing, deploying and maintaining solutions in Power BI Desktop and Fabric Service. This includes data modelling, semantic models, DAX, working with different data sources, implementing governance processes, and software development best practices. Strong collaboration skills within cross-functional teams. Excellent written and verbal communications skills to deliver effectively technical information to non-technical audiences, for example through training courses, documentation or presentations. Essential Criteria Expertise in data visualisation, including best practices on presenting data to various audiences. Understanding of typical data & analytics use cases and requirements, including analytical standards. Knowledge and experience in using Tableau and/or other visualisation and BI tools. Experience in balancing competing priorities and maintaining positive stakeholder relationships. Desirable Criteria User support experience, such as through a service desk, delivering training courses or creating learning content. Knowledge and experience in other Azure cloud services, eg Data Factory, AI services. Knowledge and experience in R, Python, Databricks. Additional Information Our Approach to Inclusion The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England, we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it's by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we'll continue to make the best decisions for the public. We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns. We've also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they're needed. For most roles where work can be carried out at home, we aim for colleagues to spend half of their time in the office, with a minimum of 40% per month. Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them, their team and stakeholders. Finally, we're proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme. If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the 'Candidate Personal Information' under the 'Disability Confident Scheme' section of the application. Salary and Benefits Information We encourage flexible working, part time working and job share arrangements. Part time salary and benefits will be on a pro-rated basis as appropriate. We offer a salary as follows: £50,320 to £56,610 (Leeds) In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package as detailed below: Currently a non-contributory, career average pension giving you a guaranteed retirement benefit of 1/80th of your annual salary for every year worked. There is the option to increase your pension (to 1/65th) or decrease (to 1/105th) in exchange for salary through our flexible benefits programme each year. The Bank has the discretion to vary standard accrual rates and dial up and dial down rates at any time and to withdraw dial up and dial down options at any time. A discretionary performance award based on a current award pool. An 8% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits. 26 days' annual leave with option to buy up to 12 additional days through flexible benefits. Private medical insurance and income protection. National Security Vetting Process Employment in this role will be subject to the National Security Vetting clearance process (and typically can take between 6 to 12 weeks post offer) and the passing of additional Bank security checks in accordance with the Bank policy. Further information regarding the vetting and security clearance requirements for the role will be provided to the successful applicant, and information about how the Bank processes personal data for these purposes, is set out in the Bank's Privacy Notice. The Bank of England welcomes applications from all candidates, but as a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) approved sponsor, we have a responsibility to comply with the Immigration Rules and guidance. As such, our ability to employ individuals who require sponsorship for immigration purposes is limited. The Bank cannot guarantee that you and / or the role you are applying for will be eligible for sponsorship and that any application made to UKVI will be successful. Eligibility will therefore be considered on a case by case basis. The Application Process Important: Please ensure that you complete the 'work history' section and answer ALL the application questions fully. All candidate applications are anonymised to ensure that our hiring managers will not be able to see your personal information, including your CV, when reviewing your application details at the screening stage. It's therefore really important that you fill out the work history and application form questions, as your answers will form a critical part of the initial selection process. This role closes on Tuesday 9th June at 11.59pm. Please apply online, ensuring that you complete your work history and answer ALL the application questions fully and in detail as your application will not be considered if all mandatory questions are not fully completed.