Business Intelligence Developer

Newbury College; Newbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Newbury is seeking a Business Intelligence Developer to lead the design and delivery of impactful dashboards and reports. This pivotal role requires expertise in Power BI, SQL, and data analysis, focusing on enhancing decision-making across the college. Key responsibilities include developing reporting solutions, training users, and collaborating with staff. The position offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and benefits like an on-site gym and local government pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

Occupational Sick Pay Scheme

On-site gym membership

Professional development opportunities

25 days of holiday

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of databases and data warehouses required.
• Experience with Power BI and reporting solutions necessary.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage a demanding workload.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of dashboards, KPI reporting, and data solutions.
• Design and produce reports using Power BI, SSRS, and SQL.
• Collaborate with staff to understand their needs regarding data access.

Skills

Power BI

SQL

SSRS

Data analysis

Collaboration skills

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)

Higher National qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

SSIS

SharePoint

Job description

Overview

Newbury College is seeking a Business Intelligence Developer to lead the design and delivery of high-quality reporting and dashboards that empower decision-making across the institution. This is a pivotal role where your expertise will directly influence the College's ability to deliver outstanding education and services. As our Business Intelligence Developer, you will:

Responsibilities

• Lead on the development of dashboards, KPI reporting, and data solutions that support strategic decisions.
• Design and produce reports using Power BI, SSRS, and SQL, combining data from multiple sources.
• Collaborate with staff across the College to understand their needs and remove barriers to accessing data.
• Provide training, documentation, and support to ensure reports are clear, accurate, and user-friendly.
• Analyse data sets and guide colleagues in interpreting results.
• Contribute to upgrades of College MIS systems and proactively suggest improvements to processes and data quality.
• Show strong knowledge of databases and data warehouses, with advanced SQL skills.
• Experience developing reporting solutions using Power BI, SSRS, SSIS, and SharePoint.
• A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work under pressure and manage a demanding workload.
• A values-driven approach, with attention to detail and a desire to continuously develop yourself.

Essential Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).
• Higher National qualification or equivalent experience in the Further Education sector.

About the College and Benefits

We are a dynamic further and higher education institution located in the heart of West Berkshire, recognised for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to student success. Our campus is a hub of creativity and innovation, and our mission is "creating opportunities to transform lives", which we achieve through unparalleled support for our students and ongoing professional development for our staff. By joining us, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact in the community.

• Competitive salary reflective of experience and commitment to educational excellence
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Health and Wellness: Occupational Sick Pay Scheme, Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme, on-site gym membership at an annual fee of £20, wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Scheme and other activities and facilities, free annual flu jab
• Professional Development: development opportunities through workshops, training, and courses; professional development tailored to further qualifications and career advancement
• Work-Life Balance: 25 days of holiday; flexible working options to ensure a healthy balance between professional and personal life
• Campus Amenities and Discounts: free on-site parking; access to a corporate discount scheme; discounts on hair and beauty treatments at the Newbury College salon; good value food and drink at the Street Café; discounted childcare at the on-site nursery for staff (operated by a third party); staff recognition awards; staff summer event