Senior Data Analyst Location: Glasgow (Office-based with some remote working) Salary: Up to £55,000 Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Role As our Senior Data Analyst, you will oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of data across the business. This is a highly autonomous role where your insights and recommendations will directly shape business strategy. You will maintain data quality standards, develop reporting frameworks, and ensure the company leverages its data to drive operational improvements and deliver customer value. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, offering analytical guidance as the company evolves, while ensuring data integrity and innovation remain central to our operations. Hours: * Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:30 * Flexi-working options available after successful probation * Additional hours as required (TOIL or overtime may apply) Key Responsibilities: Data Analysis & Reporting * Build and maintain dashboards and reports to deliver actionable insights * Highlight trends, risks, and opportunities through regular performance analysis * Translate complex datasets into clear narratives for senior stakeholders * Conduct ad-hoc deep-dive analyses to support decision-making Data Quality & Governance * Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of business-critical data * Develop and maintain data validation processes * Promote best practices and data governance policies across the business * Proactively monitor and address data quality issues Business Insights & Forecasting * Provide data-driven insights for strategic planning and operational improvements * Support forecasting and predictive modelling initiatives * Assist in developing business cases through robust analysis * Evaluate the impact of initiatives and projects Process Improvement & Innovation * Recommend and implement improvements to reporting and analytical workflows * Introduce new tools and methodologies to enhance analytical capability * Drive automation of recurring reports * Stay updated with trends in data analytics Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement * Work closely with leadership to align data initiatives with business priorities * Partner with cross-functional teams to support data needs and increase data literacy * Present findings clearly and persuasively * Act as a trusted advisor for evidence-based decision-making Person Specification Essential Requirements: Strong knowledge of data analysis, reporting, and visualisation tools Proficiency in SQL and relational databases 5 years of experience in a data analysis role, including reporting Hands-on experience with BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau Proven ability to deliver insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, or related field (equivalent experience accepted) Desirable: Experience in healthcare, justice, or public sector data environments Exposure to SME or fast-paced environments Experience with cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, Google BigQuery) Predictive modelling or machine learning experience Postgraduate qualification or professional certification Mentoring skills and ability to influence adoption of data-led decision making Why Join Us? This full-time, permanent role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a forward-thinking SME environment. You will enjoy a high level of autonomy, work alongside an ambitious leadership team, and play a central role in shaping the company’s data strategy