Analytics Engineer

Starr Underwriting; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in specialty insurance seeks an Analytics Engineer for their Data team in Manchester. This role involves developing data solutions using Power BI and DAX, ensuring data accuracy, and presenting insights to stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and experience in financial services, along with effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Pension

Bonuses

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Power BI, Tabular Models, and DAX.
• Strong T-SQL skills for querying and data manipulation.
• Experience in insurance or financial services is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop data solutions using Power BI and DAX to meet business requirements.
• Present data insights in understandable formats for stakeholders.
• Ensure data accuracy and perform ad-hoc analyses.

Skills

Power BI

DAX

T-SQL

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

We are seeking an Analytics Engineer to work within our Data team to help shape and enhance our data capabilities. The role will involve applying analytical approaches, creating visualisations, and automating reports to communicate insights across all areas of the business. The candidate must understand stakeholder needs and collaborate to deliver effective solutions.

Development will focus on Power BI and supporting Tabular models, including transitioning legacy systems (SSRS and QlikView) to our Azure data platform. The ideal candidate can translate business needs into accessible data-driven insights for various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop data solutions using Power BI, Tabular Models, and DAX to meet business requirements
• Present data insights in understandable, self-serve formats for stakeholders
• Ensure data accuracy and produce reconciliation evidence from approved sources
• Peer review development work for quality and adherence to policies
• Support and enhance existing reporting solutions and perform ad-hoc analyses
• Assist in transitioning legacy reporting solutions to the cloud platform
• Build strong internal client relationships
• Manage own tasks, plans, and priorities effectively
• Stay updated on data and reporting technology trends

Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience with Power BI, Tabular Models, and DAX
• Strong T-SQL skills for querying and data manipulation
• Experience in insurance or financial services is advantageous
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Stakeholder management skills to understand and meet data needs
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Experience with agile methodologies and Azure DevOps preferred
• Experience with Databricks, SSRS, or QlikView is a plus

Our Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits focusing on wellbeing, including hybrid working, competitive salary, pension, bonuses, health and dental insurances, and more.

About Us

Canopius is a global specialty reinsurer and Lloyd's of London insurer with offices worldwide. We foster a positive, inclusive culture that values diversity and supports employee development. Our London office offers flexible hybrid work, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities and reasonable adjustments for all applicants.