Data Analyst

Pace Digital; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/flexible working

Job summary

Pace Digital in Manchester is seeking a Data Analyst to convert complex data into actionable insights and support major infrastructure programmes. You will build and maintain dashboards, identify trends, and present findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Hybrid/flexible working is offered, with a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development. The role requires strong Power BI expertise and solid Excel skills, with SQL knowledge desirable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Analyst or similar analytical role.
• Background in utilities or infrastructure is essential.
• Strong hands-on experience with Power BI is essential.
• Excellent Excel skills; SQL desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyse large datasets from multiple sources.
• Design, build, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Identify trends and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand reporting requirements.
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for varied audiences.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across outputs.
• Continuously look for ways to improve data processes and reporting efficiency.

Skills

Data analysis

Dashboard storytelling

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Power BI

Excel

SQL

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Data Analyst to join a leading organisation operating within the infrastructure sector. This is a great opportunity for an analytically minded professional to play a key role in turning data into actionable insight that supports better business decisions across major infrastructure programmes.

About the Role

As a Data Analyst, you will work closely with teams across the business to collect, interpret, and present data in ways that drive informed decision-making. You'll be responsible for building and maintaining dashboards, identifying trends, and communicating findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyse large datasets from multiple sources
• Design, build, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports
• Identify trends, patterns, and insights to support strategic decision-making
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders to understand reporting requirements
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for a range of audiences
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across reporting outputs
• Continuously look for ways to improve data processes and reporting efficiency

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Data Analyst or in a similar analytical role
• Background within the utilities or infrastructure sector is essential
• Strong hands-on experience with Power BI (essential)
• Excellent Excel skills; experience with SQL is desirable
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to communicate complex data clearly to non-technical audiences
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Based in or able to commute to Manchester

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of approximately £60,000
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements (where applicable)