Data Analyst - 12-Month Fixed Term

Agri-Web Limited; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension match up to 10%

Bonus up to 10%

Holiday up to 5 days extra per year

Employee discounts on ABF products

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Associated British Foods BTS in Peterborough is seeking a Data Analyst on a 12 month fixed term contract. The role blends data storytelling with hands-on BI development, including Power BI dashboards and data models.

You will engage stakeholders across functions, translate requirements into technical solutions, and drive data‑driven decisions with advanced analytics. Hybrid role with office presence in Peterborough.

Qualifications

• Experience turning complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Ability to design and maintain BI solutions and data models.
• Proficiency with Power BI and SQL-based data modeling.

Responsibilities

• Craft and deliver data narratives that translate findings into stakeholder insights.
• Conduct analyses to identify trends and actionable recommendations.
• Design, build, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather data requirements.
• Utilise SQL, DAX and M to optimise data models for reporting and analytics.
• Present findings clearly and advise on opportunities based on data insights.

Skills

Data storytelling

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Power BI

SQL

DAX

M language

Azure

Job description

The Role & Key Responsibilities

Job Title: Data Analyst (12 month fixed term contract)

Location: Peterborough (Hybrid - One day per week in the office)

This role is perfect for someone with a passion for data storytelling, who excels at translating complex data into impactful insights that drive strategic decisions. As a Business Intelligence Developer, you will play a critical role in shaping data-driven narratives and enabling our stakeholders to see the actionable stories behind the numbers.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Storytelling: Craft and deliver compelling data narratives that translate complex data findings into accessible, impactful stories for stakeholders.
• Insight Generation: Conduct in-depth analyses to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights that drive business decision-making.
• Dashboard Development: Design, build, and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards and reports that engage users and highlight key insights.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional teams to understand their data needs, gathering requirements to ensure that data solutions are aligned with business goals.
• Technical Expertise: Utilise SQL and Power BI, including DAX and M languages, to build and optimise data models that support reporting and advanced analytics.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Present data findings in a clear, visually compelling manner, offering guidance and strategic recommendations based on data insights.

What you'll be doing

• Crafting compelling data narratives that turn complex information into stories, enabling stakeholders to see beyond the numbers and understand actionable insights.
• Designing, building, and deploying interactive reports and dashboards that don't just present data but engage users, highlight trends, and reveal the stories behind the numbers.
• Developing and maintaining data models and BI solutions that enable informed decision‑making across ABF's business functions.
• Designing, building, and deploying business intelligence reports and dashboards using Power BI, ensuring they meet the needs of various stakeholders.
• Translating complex business requirements into technical specifications and developing data models that support those needs.
• Performing data analyses to generate insights that help monitor business performance and facilitate strategic decisions.
• Collaborating with business units to gather data from a variety of sources, including sales, marketing, manufacturing, and customer feedback, and turning it into actionable insights.
• Supporting stakeholders at all levels by presenting data findings, offering guidance, and advising on potential opportunities and improvements based on data insights.

What you'll bring

• Proven ability to turn complex data into clear, insightful narratives that resonate with stakeholders, helping them understand the “why” behind the data and empowering them to make strategic decisions.
• Advanced problem‑solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work with complex datasets and derive actionable insights.
• Significant experience with BI tools, particularly Power BI, including creating data models, building reports, and developing dashboards.
• Great communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels and explain complex data concepts in an accessible way.
• Solid understanding of SQL, DAX and M languages for data transformation and analysis.
• Proficiency in data modelling techniques, including both tabular and multidimensional models, and an understanding of data lakes and Azure cloud platforms.
• A keen attention to detail to ensure accuracy and consistency in data analysis, reporting, and dashboards.
• A creative, self‑driven approach with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deadlines while collaborating in a cross‑functional, global team environment.

Location

Hybrid, a mix of office and homeworking. This role will be based at our Peterborough offices on the Lynchwood Business Park. The office has recently been renovated and along with a modern work environment has great public transport links, free onsite parking, free drink facilities, free lunch option each day and a great team culture.

About The Company

Associated British Foods Business Technology Services (BTS) was first established in 2008 to deliver a centralised IT infrastructure and service to our fellow ABF businesses. We have now grown and operate in over 185 locations spread across 23 countries supported by a fantastic team of nearly 200. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do and we’re looking for people who are eager to join us in supporting and delivering this vision.

We want you to be a part of our future and to support you, so below are a handful of some of our benefits that are offered to our employees.

• AB Foods BTS match up to 10% pension (contributory)
• Up to 10% Bonus
• Opportunity to buy up to 5 days holiday per calendar year
• Discounts on ABF products such as Twinings, Silverspoon, Pataks and Ryvita
• 24/7 free and confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme to support you as and when necessary

We’re looking for dedicated and conscientious people who embrace and live our values. If you are an individual who thrives in a collaborative, trusting and pioneering work environment, ABF could be the right company for you.

All recruitment activities into our ABF BTS team are supported by our AB Agri business.