Data Analyst

Jellycat; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the toy industry is seeking a Data Analyst to lead their business intelligence function. This role focuses on enhancing data-driven decision making across finance, product, and planning teams, utilizing tools like Power BI. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data analysis and the ability to communicate insights effectively.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in a data-related role.
• Experience with SQL, PySpark, and Python.
• Experience with Power BI or similar visual reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Enabling data-based decision makers in the business.
• Analyzing data and reporting operational support.
• Leading and building out CoE for Self-Serve capability.

Skills

SQL

PySpark

Python

Excel

Communication

Organizational Skills

Troubleshooting

Tools

Power BI

Job description

For a quarter of a century, the Jellycat family has brought joy, wonder, and playful fun to people of all ages worldwide. Utterly original and in a class of their own, they are among the most loved and collected toys of their kind. Their whimsical expressions, soft fabrics, and the beautiful way they sit in your hand contribute to their magical appeal.

As part of our ongoing business improvement focus, this role will be a proactive, strategic, and hands-on leader of a business intelligence function, driving positive behaviors in data-based decision making throughout the business.

This is a business-facing role that will primarily work with finance, product, and planning teams. The role will own and maintain the existing PowerBI infrastructure, data products, and services, with scope to improve and evolve our data and digital processes.

You'll be:

• Enabling data-based decision makers in the business.
• Analyzing data and reporting operational support.
• Answering and triaging tickets as they come in.
• Performing Root Cause Analysis across multiple platforms, data sources, and reports.
• Working in Agile Methodology with the broader D&A team.
• Holding regular training and learning sessions with the business to enable Self-Serve Analytics.
• Leading and building out CoE for Self-Serve capability.
• Educating and inspiring the business in the art of the possible with BI, reporting, and dashboards.

You'll have:

• At least 3 years of experience as a Data Analyst or in a data-related role.
• Experience with SQL, PySpark, and Python.
• Experience with Power BI or similar visual reporting tools.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Demonstrable experience in building analysis and reports.
• Great organizational skills and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work to fixed deadlines and SLAs.
• A logical mind and a preference for using data and evidence to support findings.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• The ability to work independently and under pressure from time to time.