BI SQL Developer

Lookers; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented BI SQL Developer to join their Finance BI Data Team. This role offers the chance to enhance financial reporting solutions through SQL development and ETL processes, contributing to impactful business decisions. With a hybrid working model, you'll thrive in a collaborative environment that values continuous learning and development. If you're passionate about transforming complex data into actionable insights and enjoy a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Continuous learning opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Proficiency in SQL development and advanced data modelling.
• Strong skills in Excel and data manipulation.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimise SQL solutions for financial reporting.
• Communicate effectively with finance teams to meet requirements.

Skills

SQL Development (SSMS)

ETL Workflows

Data Modelling

Excel Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Tools

OLAP Data Cubes

App Studio

Job description

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Overview

BI SQL Developer

Location: Newcastle (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days remote)

Company: Lookers Motor Group

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOE

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

What You’ll Do

As a BI SQL Developer at Lookers Motor Group, you will join our Finance BI Data Team to play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of our financial reporting solutions. This position requires expertise in SQL development, ETL processes, and data warehousing to meet the dynamic reporting and analytical needs of our Finance BI Team.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment and enjoy transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive business decisions, this role offers an exciting opportunity to grow and make a tangible impact.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Design and optimise high-performance SQL solutions to power financial reporting, transaction analysis, and business intelligence.
• Take a leading role in identifying, diagnosing, and resolving issues from debugging complex stored procedures to fine-tuning ETL workflows - with proactive monitoring to keep our financial data accurate.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with end users and stakeholders, including finance teams, to ensure their requirements are fully understood and met.
• Step into the OLAP Administrator role – a process you’ll own end-to-end after enhanced training.
• Follow industry-standard testing and change management procedures to safeguard data integrity.
• Share knowledge freely and help foster an environment where everyone can learn and innovate together.

What You’ll Bring

Must-haves:

• Proficiency in SQL development (SSMS), advanced data modelling, and ETL workflows.
• Strong skills in Excel and data manipulation.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift.
• Combine strong teamwork skills with the initiative to work independently - balancing collaboration with personal accountability.
• Committed to ongoing skills development, with the flexibility to evolve alongside emerging BI technologies and analytical approaches.
• Effective organisation and time management skills, capable of meeting deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.

Desirable:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Previous experience within the automotive industry.
• Experience with OLAP data cubes and administration.
• Background in finance or related financial domains; understanding financial data and processes
• Experience with App Studio

Why Join Lookers?

• Hybrid working model: 3 days in our Newcastle office, 2 days remote.
• Be part of a fast-paced, collaborative data team driving tangible business impact.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities in a data-first organisation.

Our Commitment to Conduct

This role requires compliance with the FCA's Individual Conduct Rules:

Act with integrity.

Act with due skill, care and diligence.

Be open and cooperative with regulators.

Treat customers fairly.

Observe proper standards of market conduct.