Data Analyst

Aspire Jobs; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Data Analyst in Poole, UK. This role involves analyzing data structures, designing data architecture, and building reports. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, proven experience in data analysis, and proficiency in SQL and Power BI. The position offers a salary of up to £50k DOE plus benefits including a 10% discretionary bonus and a modern office environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Christmas shutdown

Parking permit

Onsite gym with exercise classes

Regular socials

Charity days

Large staff room

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Data Analyst or similar analytical role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in developing data warehouse solutions.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and document the data structures of all core applications.
• Design and implement a scalable technical data architecture.
• Build and maintain dashboards and reports using Power BI.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics or related

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Azure Data Factory

Advanced Excel

Python

Job description

Location: Poole

Salary: to £50k DOE + annual discretionary bonus c 10% of annual salary

Hours: 8.30am-5pm Mon-Fri Office based (some hybrid after probation)

Benefits: 25 days hols + Christmas shutdown, parking permit, onsite gym with exercise classes weekly. Modern open plan offices. New benefits package in 2026, regular socials, charity days, large staff room

Aspire Jobs are working exclusively with our client who have been established for over 40 years and who have a impressive growth plan for the next 3-5 years.

Now looking for an experienced, highly analytical and detail focused Data Analyst to help them work out what the data is currently doing for the business and helping set up and analyse new processes to make that more accessible.

The successful Data Analyst will

• Be a real team player
• Have excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex data insights to non-technical audiences.
• Have proven experience in a Data Analyst or similar analytical role
• Know how to design and put together a database and databases generally. This will include lots of reporting
• Have experience of working out what the data is currently doing for the business and how to make it better
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.

Preferred skills and qualifications of the Data Analyst

• Bachelor s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related
• Proficient in SQL and data visualisation tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Practical experience in developing data warehouse solutions as part of a broader data architecture
• Exposure to Microsoft Fabric implementations, including Azure Data Factory, SSIS, or SSRS
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and macros
• Familiarity with statistical analysis tools such as Python, R, or SAS is advantageous
• Experience with Power Platform tools, including PowerApps, Power Automate, and DAX/M languages in Power BI
• Previous involvement in reporting and analytics for CRM and ERP systems.

In this role, you will harness data from across the organisation to generate actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making, enhance risk management, and improve operational efficiency.

Reporting to the Head of IT, you will play a key role in shaping the future data architecture of the business.

This includes ensuring that their technical platforms, data models, and analytical capabilities are aligned with both current needs and the long-term vision of becoming a truly data driven organisation.

You will work closely with stakeholders across all operational levels and departments, identifying opportunities to maximise the value of data.

Additionally, you will provide guidance on the effective use of business analytics platforms, promote the adoption of corporate data models, and support the principles of data ownership and governance.

Responsibilities of the Data Analyst

• Analyse and document the data structures of all core applications and reporting systems
• Contribute to the design and implementation of a scalable, modern technical data architecture
• Support the development and maintenance of standardized data artefacts and models to meet the company s Management Information (MI) requirements
• Build and maintain dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI and Excel, under the direction of the Head of IT
• Assess the impact and risks to data integrity resulting from changes in the company s application and technology landscape
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data across all systems and reporting outputs
• Perform impact assessments and scenario modelling to inform strategic initiatives
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to develop functional-level reports that support core operational processes.