Principal Data Analyst

GX Contabilidade e Consultoria Tributaria Ltda; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive exposure

Professional development

Competitive compensation

Mentorship program

Job summary

GX Contabilidade e Consultoria Tributaria Ltda seeks a highly experienced Principal Data Analyst to lead advanced data analysis initiatives and steer data-driven decision making at the executive level.

You will design analytical models, create dashboards, mentor analysts, and collaborate with data engineers and BI teams to transform large datasets into strategic insights that improve performance and growth.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Senior Data Analyst or Principal Data Analyst or Analytics Lead.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or related field.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Microsoft Excel for complex data analysis.
• Strong experience with Python, R, or other statistical programming languages.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, Looker or similar BI tools.
• Knowledge of data warehousing, database management and data integration.
• Experience developing analytical frameworks and BI solutions.
• Ability to translate complex datasets into actionable business recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex data analysis projects and develop analytical solutions to support strategic business objectives.
• Design and implement advanced analytical models to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Analyze large datasets from multiple sources to generate insights for decision-makers.
• Establish data analysis standards, methodologies, and best practices.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations for senior management.
• Collaborate with executives to identify analytical requirements and translate them into projects.
• Perform statistical analysis, forecasting, and predictive modeling for planning.
• Evaluate performance through KPIs, metrics, and financial indicators.
• Mentor junior and mid-level analysts and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or master's in Data Science/Statistics/Math/CS/Economics

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Looker

SQL

Excel

Python

R

Job description

We’re Hiring: Principal Data Analyst

Employment Type: Full-Time

Level: Principal / Senior Leadership

We are looking for a highly experienced, analytical, and strategic Principal Data Analyst to lead advanced data analysis initiatives and support organization-wide business decisions! The ideal candidate should have extensive expertise in data analytics, statistical modeling, business intelligence, and data-driven strategy development. You will be responsible for leading complex analytical projects, establishing analytical best practices, mentoring data professionals, and transforming large datasets into valuable insights that drive business performance and long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex data analysis projects and develop analytical solutions to support strategic business objectives.
• Design and implement advanced analytical models to identify business trends, patterns, opportunities, and potential risks.
• Analyze large and complex datasets from multiple sources to generate meaningful business insights.
• Establish data analysis standards, methodologies, and best practices across the organization.
• Develop advanced dashboards, reports, and data visualization solutions for senior management.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and department heads to identify business challenges and analytical requirements.
• Translate business questions into structured analytical projects and actionable recommendations.
• Perform statistical analysis, forecasting, and predictive modeling to support business planning.
• Evaluate business performance through KPIs, operational metrics, and financial indicators.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, customer experience, and business profitability.
• Lead data quality initiatives and ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of analytical outputs.
• Mentor junior and mid-level analysts and provide technical guidance on analytical methodologies.
• Present complex analytical findings and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, and business intelligence teams to improve data infrastructure.
• Evaluate emerging analytics technologies and recommend improvements to existing analytical processes.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Senior Data Analyst, Principal Data Analyst, Analytics Lead, or in a similar analytical role.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Microsoft Excel for complex data analysis.
• Strong experience with Python, R, or other statistical programming languages.
• Extensive knowledge of statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data interpretation.
• Hands-on experience with Power BI, Tableau, Looker, or similar business intelligence platforms.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing, database management, and data integration.
• Experience developing analytical frameworks, performance measurement systems, and business intelligence solutions.
• Ability to translate complex datasets into clear and actionable business recommendations.
• Excellent strategic thinking, critical analysis, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven experience leading analytical projects and mentoring data professionals.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and deliver high-quality analytical results.
• Experience in data governance, machine learning, or advanced analytics is an advantage.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead high-impact data analytics initiatives across the organization.
• Direct involvement in strategic business planning and executive-level decision-making.
• Exposure to advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and business intelligence technologies.
• A data-driven and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities to strengthen analytical leadership and strategic management capabilities.
• Career progression into Principal Analytics Lead, Analytics Director, Head of Data Analytics, or Chief Data Officer (CDO) roles.
• Training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• The opportunity to transform business data into strategic insights that drive measurable organizational success.