Our client, a Defence and Security supplier is looking for a Principal Data Analyst to join them on a contract basis at their site in Reading.
* Due to the nature of the role, applicants must achieve SC Clearance ahead of starting.
* This role will be based in Reading with hybrid/custom working options where appropriate.
* 5 month initial contract.
* 87.15 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35.
What you will do as a Principal Data Analyst
* Lead the design and delivery of advanced analytics solutions across multiple projects.
* Oversee the design and maintenance of dashboards, reports and automated workflows using dashboarding tools and data warehousing solutions, such as SQL.
* Define and implement data governance, security, and compliance standards.
* Collaborate with architects, engineers and business leaders to shape data strategies and solutions.
* Provide expert advice and guidance to stakeholders on data-driven decision-making.
* Lead and mentor junior analysts, contributing to team capability development.
* Lead innovation by adopting emerging technologies and improving data practices.
What you'll bring
* Strong understanding and proven experience with data lifecycle, governance and quality principles.
* Advanced proficiency in data warehousing tools, such as SQL, for data manipulation and analysis.
* Expertise with data visualisation tools (Power BI, Tableau) and reporting automation.
* Proven experience with interpreting and communicating insights from large, complex datasets to diverse audiences.
* Proven experience influencing technical decisions and leading data initiatives.
* Strong leadership and mentoring skills within a collaborative environment.
* Driving best practice and innovation in visualisation techniques and the art of design.
Core Areas (must have):
* Experience leading the implementation data modelling and dashboard design techniques to support future-proofed, portable reporting designs.
* Strong knowledge of data modelling, validation and quality assurance.
* Proven expertise with data warehousing solutions.
* Experience with cloud-based or hybrid data environments.
* Expertise in the security, privacy and ethical considerations in data use.
* Proven ability to plan and manage the work packages for yourself and others and as of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Expertise in requirements gathering process and best practice.
* Experience in Agile or DevOps environments and contributing to technical strategy.