Data Analyst in Exeter)

Bowerford Associates Limited; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology and data-focused business is looking for a Data Analyst / GIS Analyst to ensure the quality of datasets for digital products. You will identify data improvements and collaborate with colleagues. The ideal candidate must possess a qualification in a GIS or data discipline, practical experience in data analysis, and skills in SQL and Python. This hybrid role requires attendance at the Exeter office, and candidates must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus optional 5 days unpaid leave

Free parking

Annual lifestyle allowance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym Flex Scheme

Internal coaching/mentoring

Focus on training and career progression

Family friendly policies

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Qualification in GIS or Data related discipline or equivalent experience is required.
• Practical experience in data analysis, curation, or GIS role is essential.
• Experience with ETL/ELT processes and best data governance practises is necessary.
• Knowledge of SQL and Python is required.
• Experience with database technologies such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL/GIS is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality of datasets that underpin digital products and services.
• Identify and implement data improvements while performing maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues by sharing ideas and experiences.
• Plan, allocate, and manage workloads for yourself and team members.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

SQL

Python

ETL/ELT processes

Data governance

GIS technologies

Education

Qualification in GIS or Data related discipline

Tools

FME Form

FME Flow

Oracle

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Job description

We are searching for a Data Analyst / GIS Analyst for an extremely exciting technology and data focused business.

The role is offered on a hybrid basis - you will be required to attend meetings and work at the client’s Exeter office as and when required. You will therefore need to live within a commutable distance of Exeter to be considered for this position.

Please note, this is NOT a remote role.

Responsibilities

Is this position you are responsible for a set of datasets that underpin various digital products and services. You will ensure the quality of these datasets and provide support to the wider business.

You will be identifying and implementing data improvements whilst performing maintenance activities on the datasets - collaborating with colleagues and sharing ideas and experiences in vital to success!

Working as a Data Analyst / GIS Analyst you will need to be inquisitive with a desire to understand and resolve problems. You will also be a strong communicator with the ability to plan, allocate and manage workloads for yourself and other team members.

Qualifications

• A qualification in either a GIS or Data related discipline or equivalent professional experience.
• Practical experience of working in a data analysis role, a data curation role or a data focused GIS role.
• Experience of developing ETL/ELT processes with the ability to follow best data governance practises - you will be problem‑solving and finding efficiencies in existing data pipelines using FME Form and FME Flow.
• Knowledge and experience of languages such as SQL and Python (or similar) is required.
• Practical experience of database technologies such as Oracle, SQL Server or PostgreSQL/GIS is a distinct bonus.
• Experience in cloud-based data tooling/storage is a real bonus.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, with optional 5 days unpaid leave per year.
• Free parking when at office.
• Annual lifestyle allowance.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Gym Flex Scheme.
• Internal coaching/mentoring system throughout your time here.
• Focus on training and career progression.
• Family friendly policies.
• Flexible working.

Please note, to be considered for this opportunity you MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long‑term without company sponsorship.

KEYWORDS

Data Analyst, GIS Analyst, ETL, ELT, FME, FME Form, FME Flow, SQL, Python, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, GIS, Geospatial, Cloud Tooling, Cloud Storage. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.