Data & Automation Analyst

Interaction Recruitment PLC; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment PLC is seeking a Data & Automation Analyst to join the operations team on an ongoing temporary basis with a view to permanency. The role is site-based in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, with an hourly PAYE rate of £13.00–£15.00.

You will turn complex data into actionable insights and drive automation across reporting and processes. Ideal candidates will have advanced Excel skills, experience with Power Platform tools, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis, reporting or business intelligence.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform tools (Power Automate, Power Query, Power Apps, SharePoint).
• Interest in automation, AI technologies and process improvement.
• Strong communication skills with ability to present data-driven recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Produce daily, weekly and monthly management reports and dashboards.
• Analyse operational, financial and performance data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Develop automated reporting and data collection processes.
• Create and maintain business intelligence reports and visualisations.
• Support audits and asset management activities.
• Improve data quality, reporting standards and processes.
• Research and implement new automation and AI-driven solutions.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Power Platform familiarity

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Tools

Power Automate

Power Query

Power Apps

SharePoint

Data visualisation tools

Job description

Data & Automation Analyst

Ongoing Temporary-to-Permanent Opportunity

Hourly rate: £13.00 – £15.00 per hour PAYE

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing organisation seeking a Data & Automation Analyst to join their operations team on an ongoing temporary basis with a view to becoming permanent. This is a site-based opportunity based from their modern offices in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

This is an excellent opportunity for a data-driven professional who enjoys turning complex information into meaningful business insights while driving automation and process improvements.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Producing daily, weekly and monthly management reports and dashboards.
• Analysing operational, financial and performance data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Developing automated reporting and data collection processes.
• Creating and maintaining business intelligence reports and visualisations.
• Supporting audits and asset management activities.
• Improving data quality, reporting standards and operational processes.
• Researching and implementing new automation and AI-driven solutions.

We are particularly interested in candidates with strong analytical capabilities and a passion for continuous improvement.

This role requires a highly proficient Excel user with the ability to manipulate large datasets, create complex formulas, build dashboards, utilise advanced functions and develop reporting solutions that provide clear and actionable insights to stakeholders. Candidates must be confident using Excel as a core analytical tool on a daily basis.

You will ideally have:

• Experience within a data analysis, reporting or business intelligence role.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform tools, including Power Automate, Power Query, Power Apps and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of reporting and data visualisation tools.
• An interest in automation, AI technologies and process improvement.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present data-driven recommendations to stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach and the ability to work independently.

What's on Offer?

• Ongoing temporary assignment with a realistic opportunity to secure a permanent position.
• The chance to shape and improve reporting and automation processes.
• Exposure to modern Microsoft technologies, automation tools and AI initiatives.
• A collaborative environment where your ideas and analytical expertise will be valued.

If you are an experienced Data Analyst with advanced Excel skills and are looking for a long-term opportunity with genuine career prospects, we would be delighted to hear from you.