GIS Analyst

William Huston Photography; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology-driven data solutions company based in Exeter is seeking a GIS Analyst/Data Analyst. This hybrid role requires attending the office a few times a month with responsibilities including ensuring dataset quality, implementing improvements, and collaborating effectively. Candidates should have a relevant qualification, experience in data analysis, and proficiency in tools like FME and SQL. The position offers 25 days of holiday, flexible working options, and a focus on training and career progression.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Free parking

Annual lifestyle allowance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym Flex Scheme

Coaching/mentoring

Focus on training

Family friendly policies

Flexible working

Qualifications

• A qualification in GIS or Data related discipline or equivalent.
• Practical experience in data analysis or data curation.
• Experience developing ETL/ELT processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality of datasets for digital products.
• Identify and implement data improvements.
• Collaborate with colleagues on data initiatives.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

ETL/ELT process development

SQL

Python

Tools

FME

Oracle

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Job description

Overview

We are searching for a GIS Analyst / Data Analyst for an extremely exciting technology and data focused business.

The role is offered on a hybrid basis - you will be required to attend meetings and work at the clients Exeter office as and when required (circa 2 or 3 times per month, more if you wish). You will therefore need to live within a commutable distance of Exeter to be considered for this position or you will be able to relocate to the area.

Note, this is NOT a remote role.

As the GIS Analyst / Data Analyst you will be responsible for a set of datasets that underpin various digital products and services. You will ensure the quality of these datasets and provide support to the wider business. You will identify and implement data improvements while performing maintenance activities on the datasets - collaborating with colleagues and sharing ideas and experiences essential to success. You will be inquisitive, have a desire to understand and resolve problems, and be a strong communicator with the ability to plan, allocate and manage workloads for yourself and other team members.

Qualifications

• A qualification in either a GIS or Data related discipline or equivalent professional experience.
• Practical experience of working in a data analysis role, a data curation role or a data focused GIS role.
• Experience of developing ETL/ELT processes with the ability to follow best data governance practises - you will be problem‑solving and finding efficiencies in existing data pipelines using FME Form and FME Flow.
• Knowledge and experience of languages such as SQL and Python (or similar) is required.
• Practical experience of database technologies such as Oracle, SQL Server or PostgreSQL/GIS is a distinct bonus.
• Experience in cloud‑based data tooling/storage is a real bonus.
• Experience of working with FME, either FME Form or FME Flow, or both, commercially or academically, is required for this role.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, with optional 5 days unpaid leave per year.
• Free parking when at office.
• Annual lifestyle allowance.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Gym Flex Scheme.
• Internal coaching/mentoring system throughout your time here.
• Focus on training and career progression.
• Family friendly policies.
• Flexible working.

Additional Requirements

Please note, to be considered for this opportunity you MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long‑term without company sponsorship.

Equality

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.