Data & BI Developer

The Recruitment Group; Stafford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Stafford is seeking a Data Developer to design and maintain Power BI dashboards, write efficient SQL queries, and use Python for automation. The role requires strong Power BI and SQL skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. You'll gain hands-on experience in a supportive and collaborative environment with various growth opportunities.

Benefits

Paid birthday day off

Paid volunteering days

Training and development opportunities

Free on-site parking & EV charging

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Regular team socials

Qualifications

• Strong Power BI and SQL skills (SQL Server/PostgreSQL).
• Working knowledge of Python for data automation.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards.
• Write efficient SQL queries.
• Use Python for data wrangling and automation.

Skills

Power BI

SQL (SQL Server/PostgreSQL)

Python

Data visualization

GitHub

Excel

Tools

DAX/Power Query

Power Automate

AWS

Job description

About the Role

As part of the IT & Data team, you ll design and maintain Power BI dashboards, write efficient SQL (SQL Server & PostgreSQL), and use Python to automate data workflows and improve reporting. You ll collaborate with teams across the business to translate requirements into effective data solutions and support innovation through automation and new technologies. Occasionally, you ll coordinate with our Managed Service Provider (MSP) and handle minor on-site IT tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards.
• Write efficient SQL queries (joins, CTEs, window functions).
• Use Python for data wrangling, analysis, and automation.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and governance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define visuals and metrics.
• Use GitHub for version control and workflow management.
• Support automation using low-code tools and integrations.
• Coordinate with the MSP for IT issue resolution.

What We re Looking For

Essential:

• Strong Power BI and SQL skills (SQL Server/PostgreSQL).
• Working knowledge of Python for data automation.
• Data visualisation and modelling expertise.
• Familiarity with GitHub and collaborative workflows.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Good Excel skills and understanding of basic IT support.

Desirable:

• DAX/Power Query, APIs, and automation platforms (Power Automate, N8N).
• Experience with cloud environments (AWS, on-prem).
• AI-assisted development (e.g. GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT).
• Awareness of simple web development (React or similar).

What You ll Gain

• Hands-on experience building BI and automation solutions with real business impact.
• Opportunities to develop across data, automation, and IT.
• Exposure to a fast-paced, purpose-led environment with global reach.
• Supportive, collaborative, and values-driven team culture.

Perks & Benefits

• Paid birthday day off
• Paid volunteering days
• Training and development opportunities
• Free on-site parking & EV charging
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Regular team socials