Business Intelligence Developer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of housing services in North Somerset is seeking a Business Intelligence Developer for a 6-month fixed-term contract with the option for a further 6 months. The role requires strong Power BI skills, with an emphasis on providing insight and analytics for operational decision-making. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in BI applications with a solid understanding of SQL. This opportunity fosters a dynamic working environment and embraces diversity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience using Power BI and other common BI/reporting tools.
• Proven experience in the functional deployment of core business applications.
• Able to integrate quickly into the team and operate at pace.

Responsibilities

• Support the functional deployment of core business applications.
• Provide insight and analytics to support decision-making.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the business.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

Proven experience with Power BI

Strong MS SQL skills

Experience in Agile environments

Education

Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Qlik

Job description

Role: Business Intelligence Developer (6 month FTC with option for a further 6 months)

Location: North Somerset (Hybrid)

Salary: Up to £45,000

We are proud to work with a leading provider of housing and care services, dedicated to creating safe, sustainable, and well‑managed homes for the communities they serve. They place people at the heart of everything they do, whether supporting residents, developing services, or working collaboratively with colleagues.

Their mission is to make a real difference in people’s lives by delivering high‑quality housing, care, and asset management services. They value innovation, integrity, and inclusivity, fostering a culture where colleagues can thrive and contribute to meaningful outcomes.

Role Overview

We are supporting the organisation in recruiting an experienced Business Intelligence/Insight professional to join them on a critical project. The successful candidate will support the functional deployment of core business applications, providing insight and analytics to support operational and strategic decision‑making.

This is a fast‑paced role requiring strong Power BI and reporting experience, hands‑on knowledge of code control in reporting environments, and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across the business. Previous experience in social housing, asset management, or related service areas is highly desirable.

This is a 6‑month fixed‑term contract with the potential for a further six‑month extension, with employment directly through the organisation.

Essential Criteria:

• Values & Personal Attributes
• Demonstrates values aligned with the organisation, including empathy for the purpose and social impact of housing and care services.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to build positive, effective relationships across all levels of the business.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating technical concepts for non‑technical audiences.
• Highly skilled in gathering, interpreting, and presenting information clearly and accurately.
• Proactive in keeping up to date with current and emerging technologies.
• Able to integrate quickly into the team and operate at pace; candidates with minimal experience or newly qualified applicants will not be progressed.

• Technical Experience
• Proven experience in the functional deployment of core business applications.
• 5+ years’ experience using Power BI and other common BI/reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Qlik).
• Strong MS SQL skills.
• Demonstrated experience with code control and governance within reporting or analytics environments.
• Solid understanding of Business Intelligence principles and best practice in report/dashboard design.
• Experience working in Agile delivery environments.

• Desirable:
• Previous experience working in Housing Associations, Social Housing, Asset Management, or related service areas is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Asset Management and/or Repairs & Maintenance functions and the insight/reporting needs that support them.

• Insight & Analytics Experience
• Experience working within a commercial insight or analytics function, delivering both qualitative and quantitative insight programmes.
• Ability to design, interpret, and communicate actionable insights that support operational and strategic decision‑making.

• Qualifications
• Degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.

Think this one's for you

If you think this Business Intelligence Developer opportunity is for you then please apply online.

Yolk Public Sector & Not‑for‑Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for one off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.