Power BI Consultant

Sanderson Government & Defence; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense consultancy in the UK is seeking a highly skilled Power BI Consultant to lead advanced data analysis and support the development of robust data solutions. This role requires strong expertise in Power BI and data governance, along with excellent communication skills to work with stakeholders. The consultant will be responsible for developing dashboards and driving data-driven decision-making. This position involves onsite engagement and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Power BI Consultant or Principal Data Analyst.
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI, including DAX and data modeling.
• Strong understanding of data structures and business rules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth data analysis to identify patterns and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Translate complex data relationships into effective data mapping.

Skills

Power BI

Data analysis

Data governance

DAX

ETL processes

Communication

SQL

Problem-solving

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Sector: Public sector

Role title: PowerBI Consultant

Onsite requirement: Adhoc travel

Clearance Required: SC Clearance

IR35 Status: Outside IR35

We are seeking a highly skilled Power BI Consultant (Principal Data Analyst) for a contract engagement to lead advanced data analysis and support the development of robust data solutions. This role is critical in providing the team with a comprehensive understanding of the data landscape, uncovering complexities, and informing mapping strategies based on a clear grasp of data logic and business rules.

You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business to translate analytical findings into actionable insights, build intuitive dashboards, and guide data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth data analysis across multiple systems to identify patterns, inconsistencies, and opportunities
• Evaluate and document the data landscape, including data sources, flows, and dependencies
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports that deliver clear, actionable insights
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to understand data logic and business rules
• Translate complex data relationships into effective data mapping and transformation strategies
• Lead efforts in data quality assessment, validation, and improvement
• Provide expert guidance on data governance, security, and best practices
• Support stakeholder engagement through clear communication and presentation of findings

️ Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Power BI Consultant, Principal Data Analyst, or similar role
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI, including DAX, Power Query, and data modeling
• Strong understanding of data structures, logic, and business rules
• Experience working with complex datasets from multiple sources (e.g., SQL, Excel, cloud platforms)
• Ability to communicate insights effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Familiarity with ETL processes, data governance, and data quality frameworks
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

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