Data & Insight Lead, Power BI & Analytics (Hybrid)

Chartwells Independent; Chertsey; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working with flexibility

Job summary

Foodbuy, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is seeking a Data & Insight Analyst to lead analytics delivery and mentor a small team. The role focuses on turning data into actionable business insights and partnering with senior stakeholders to drive commercial outcomes.

The position offers a hybrid arrangement with two onsite days and a strong emphasis on shaping data-driven decision making across healthcare, education, hospitality and business sectors.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in data science, analytics or BI
• Advanced knowledge of Python and SQL
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Redshift, Databricks)
• Proven track record in building impactful data visualisations (Power BI)
• Strong understanding of statistical modelling, predictive analytics and ML
• Experience leading or mentoring analysts
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Power BI models, dashboards and reporting solutions
• Analyse large, complex datasets to uncover trends and opportunities
• Build and deploy advanced analytics and machine learning models
• Collaborate with data engineering teams to shape data pipelines
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of analysts
• Work closely with senior leaders to deliver insight‑led solutions
• Present clear, actionable insights to technical and non‑technical audiences

Skills

Data analytics

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Power BI

Python

SQL

Machine learning basics

Tools

Databricks

Amazon Redshift

Job description

Foodbuy, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is seeking a Data & Insight Analyst to lead analytics delivery and mentor a small team. The role focuses on turning data into actionable business insights and partnering with senior stakeholders to drive commercial outcomes.

The position offers a hybrid arrangement with two onsite days and a strong emphasis on shaping data-driven decision making across healthcare, education, hospitality and business sectors.