Data Analyst / Junior Data Scientist

Talantir; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Talantir in Tamworth, West Midlands, is seeking a Data Analyst / Junior Data Scientist to drive data-driven decision making within a growing software team. The role focuses on embedding Power BI, Smartsheet and Dynamics 365 Business Central into day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of relevant experience and is proficient with SQL, Python or R, and data visualization. This permanent, full-time position offers £34,000 - £38,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 1+ year commercial experience in a Data Analyst, Junior Data Scientist or Data Engineer role.
• Knowledge or experience using software-based data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, Reporting Services, SQL or Jet for Business Central.
• Knowledge of reporting and analysis languages such as T-SQL, DAX, Python, R or the principles they implement.
• Knowledge of data visualisation forms and interaction.
• Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to perform hypothesis testing & knowledge of statistical methods.
• Degree in Data or CS or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Model datasets and provide data-driven insights to inform business recommendations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and document requirements.
• Present and report results using accessible visualisations.
• Identify innovative ways to analyse and present data to improve awareness and decision making.
• Maintain reporting platforms such as Power BI, Smartsheet and Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Skills

Power BI

Excel

SQL

Python

R

Hypothesis testing

Communication

Education

Degree in Data Science or Computer Science

Tools

Power BI

Smartsheet

Dynamics 365 Business Central

Jet for Business Central

Job description

Data Analyst / Junior Data Scientist

Salary: £34,000 - £38,000 + benefits

Contract: Full Time / Permanent

Location: Tamworth, West Midlands

Role Overview

The Junior Data Scientist will drive the development and adoption of a data driven decision making culture within the company. The current Software Development team has been building systems and tools for several years, all of which manage the company from an operational point of view. This includes the implementation of bespoke and commonly used tools and platforms such as Power BI, Smartsheet and Dynamics 365 Business Central. The Junior Data Scientist will play a pivotal part in the continued development of these tools alongside the implementation, embedding and deployment of these tools into the day-to-day business processes that drive the company.

Key Responsibilities

• To model datasets and provide data-driven insights to drive business recommendations.
• To work with internal and external stakeholders to understand and document their requirements.
• To present and report results of your analysis in accessible and appealing formats, using relevant visualisations.
• To identify new and innovative ways to analysis and present business data in a way that improves awareness, visibility, acceptance and improvement.
• To manage and maintain the various reporting platforms used by the company. This includes Power BI, Smartsheet, Dynamics 365 Business Central amongst others.
• To work with and support the Development team in supporting end users and providing data to their requirements.

Skills and Experience

• At least 1+ year commercial experience working in a similar Data Analyst, Junior Data Scientist or Data Engineer position.
• Knowledge or experience using software-based data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, Reporting Services, SQL or Jet for Business Central.
• Knowledge of reporting and analysis-based languages such as T-SQL, DAX, Python, R or the principles that they implement.
• Knowledge of different forms of data visualisation and interaction.
• The ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Competent in carrying out hypothesis testing & knowledge of statistical methods.
• Preferably you will be degree qualified in Data or Computer Science or similar or have equivalent experience.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.