Power BI Developer

Howden Group Services Limited; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance services firm in Milton Keynes is seeking a skilled BI Developer to drive insights and business outcomes. This role involves developing impactful reports using Power BI and collaborating with stakeholders to identify data requirements. Candidates should have strong communication skills and experience in data analysis and business intelligence. The position offers flexibility in working arrangements and a commitment to supporting diversity and personal growth.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Hybrid working options

Commitment to diversity

Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis, data modelling, and business intelligence.
• Expertise in Power BI, SQL Server, and cloud platforms like Azure and Databricks.
• Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present high-impact reports and visualizations to senior management.
• Understand current data usage within the business and help build solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define data analysis and reporting requirements.

Skills

Data analysis

Data modelling

Business intelligence

Power BI

SQL Server

SSMS

Azure

Databricks

Strong communication skills

Job description

Who are we? Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

Introduction

Howden is looking for a skilled BI Developer to help us drive insights and business outcomes. The role will sit within the Group Data team, mainly using Power BI, but also supporting tools such as SSMS and Databricks. The candidate should have an understanding of the insurance industry and good communication skills for liaising with business teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and present high-impact reports and visualizations to senior management, providing insights aligned with business strategies.
2. Understand current data usage within the business and help build solutions around these requirements.
3. Collaborate with stakeholders to define clear data analysis and reporting requirements.

Requirements

• Experience in data analysis, data modelling, and business intelligence.
• Expertise in Power BI, SQL Server, SSMS, and cloud platforms like Azure and Databricks.
• Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities.

What We Offer

A career you define. We value diversity and look for individuals sharing our core values: embracing new challenges, supporting each other, and making a positive impact. We are committed to reasonable adjustments, including flexible hours and hybrid working where possible. If interested but unsure about fit, apply anyway — we will assist with any accommodations needed.

This is a permanent position.

About Howden

Founded in 1994 with just three people and a dog, Howden has grown to 17,000 employees and manages $38bn of premiums. Our culture is owner-driven; employees take ownership of decisions and actions, contributing to our long-term vision of building a lasting business supported by committed partners.