Data Analyst

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

26 days leave

Pension scheme

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Thames Water Utilities Limited is seeking a Data Analyst to turn complex data into clear insight that informs decisions across our operations. You will work with SQL, Python, and Power BI to build and interrogate databases, design reports, and support stakeholders with dashboards that drive performance.

You'll handle large datasets from internal and external sources, maintain data quality under GDPR, and bridge the gap between data and business by presenting findings in an engaging, actionable

Qualifications

• Experience turning large data into actionable insights.
• Proficient with SQL, Python, and data transformations.
• Knowledge of GDPR and data governance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large data sets from varied sources.
• Design and interrogate databases; perform data transformations.
• Create and maintain reports for stakeholders.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in analytics/science/maths

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Azure

Microsoft Office

Job description

Step into a role where your data skills shape decisions that impact millions. We're looking for a Data Analyst who's ready to dive into new tools, smarter technologies, and fresh ways of working as we tackle today's challenges and prepare for tomorrow. From SQL to Power BI to Python, you'll turn complex data into clear insight that drives real change across above ground operations.

• Working with large data sets drawn from a wide variety of internal and external sources, including environmental data, survey feedback and operational data.
• Design and interrogation of databases; carrying out data transformations and liaising with the business to improve our ways of working.
• Supporting the business and working with stakeholders to design, build, and maintain a range of reports.
• Becoming a key point of contact, collaborating with colleagues, and engaging with stakeholders to further our objectives. You will inform colleagues of operational decisions.
• Maintaining data quality and ensuring data is secure and properly utilised in line with the GDPR.
• Bridge the gap between the business and data, using analytical thinking to solve business problems to generate value, presented through clear presentations and insight.

• A positive, curious mindset and a natural interest in solving problems with data.
• Experience working with large datasets, databases or reporting, or a strong understanding of how operational data works and the confidence to pick things up quickly.
• A willingness and ability to learn new tools and techniques as you go.
• Experience with some form of query language like TSQL or ANSI SQL
• Experience with some form of scripting language, like Python or R, Microsoft Azure services or Microsoft Office is an advantage.
• Experience with a dashboarding software like Power BI or Tableau.
• The ability to explain complex information in a clear, engaging way to different people.
• A degree (or equivalent experience) in an analytical subject such as Science, Maths or Geography is an advantage but not essential.
• Experience using your analytical skills in a business setting and the confidence to work with and support stakeholders.

We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family.Why choose us? Learn more.

We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we're here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

• Competitive salary between £42,900 to £45,000 per annum, depending on skills & experience.
• Annual Leave 26 days per year, increasing to 30 with length of service. (plus bank holidays)
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.