Data Analyst (12-month FTC)

Landmark Information Group Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A data analytics firm in Exeter is seeking a Data Analyst to support the transformation of complex datasets from multiple sources. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills and advanced proficiency in Excel and SQL, along with experience working with spatial data and GIS tools. This role involves analyzing large datasets, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with engineers to define requirements. Join a collaborative environment where your analytical skills can shine.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data analysis with a focus on large datasets.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience using GIS tools for spatial data processing.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and clean large datasets from various sources.
• Fix data issues related to geometry and formatting.
• Perform quality control on data sources.
• Document transformation rules and maintain audit trails.
• Collaborate with engineers to define technical requirements.
• Contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Advanced proficiency in Excel

Advanced proficiency in SQL

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Experience working with spatial data

Experience with GIS tools (e.g. QGIS, ArcGIS)

Ability to manage and analyse large datasets

Understanding of data capture and transformation methods

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a Data Analyst to support the transformation of complex datasets from multiple Local Authorities into a standardised schema. You'll work across both digital and manual data sources, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality throughout the process.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and clean large datasets from varied sources
• Identify and fix data issues, including geometry and formatting errors
• Quality control data from manual and third-party sources
• Compare pre- and post-transformation outcomes to ensure accuracy
• Document transformation rules and maintain audit trails
• Collaborate with engineers to define technical requirements
• Contribute to process and tool improvements

You're a confident communicator with a strong analytical mindset and a passion for working with complex datasets. You bring a mix of technical expertise and stakeholder engagement skills, and you thrive in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills across all stakeholder levels
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and SQL
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience working with spatial data and GIS tools (e.g. QGIS, ArcGIS)
• Proven ability to manage and analyse large, multi-source datasets
• Understanding of optimal methods for data capture and transformation