Reporting Analyst - SQL - SSRS - Power BIWe are working exclusively with our client who are based in the heart of Bristol. We have an open vacancy for a Reporting Analyst - SQL - SSRS - Power BI. The role is also HYBRID.ROLE SUMMARYSupporting the Reporting & Analytics Manager with the design and development of the BI platform and advanced analytics, ensuring it:Is trusted and fit for purposeIs scalable and performantLeverages contemporary advanced analytics capabilities and visualisationsProvides simple and efficient BI self-service reportingSupports a single analytical view of our data and informationUses agreed and defined metricsIs built in line with our information management strategy and guiding principlesDelivers business value through action oriented insightsEnsures "explainability" fit for audit in a regulatory controlled environmentWorking as part of the Reporting & Analytics team in close collaboration with the Data Engineering team and business areas to take responsibility and accountability for collaborative design and build of end-user visualisations, reports, and ad-hoc analysis ensuring all required documentation is complete prior to release and all standards and best practices are adhered to. Taking a lead in driving the progression of advanced analytics capabilities and visualisations in step with technology changes and business needs. Supporting the Reporting & Analytics team through technical peer reviews and the end-user community by providing clear explanation of interpreting provided information.KEY SKILLSPassionate about data and information with a strong understanding of data architecture principles and information "story telling" in order to maximise the value of our raw dataTechnology agnostic and able to adapt with agility as we evolve our information estate and technology stack towards contemporary technologies which may comprise tools such as PowerBI, SSRS, Tableau, Cognos 11, Qlik, MicroStrategy, and cloud based services within Amazon AWS and/or Microsoft AzureGood understanding of SQL & DAXHighly adept at visualising information through good use of chart types best suited to the situationDemonstrable understanding of advanced analytics, including predictive, with supporting capabilities such as 'R', Python desirableStrong problem solving and planning skills with a "can do" attitude to manage and mitigate risks to maintain delivery commitmentsKnowledge of the insurance industry and working within regulated environments would be desirableDemonstrable knowledge of Kimball methodologies, MI standards and best practices and standardsKnowledge of different data storage paradigms such as Kimball, Data Vault 2.0, Data Lakes, and beyond desirableDue to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisationWe take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website