Senior Data Analyst (Report Developer)

The Scottish Government; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Social Security Scotland is seeking a Senior Data Analyst (Report Developer) to design, develop and support high-quality Power BI reporting solutions across Scotland. You will lead end-to-end development of dashboards and reports within the Power BI Service, turning complex data into accessible insights for operational and strategic decisions.

You will promote reporting standards and governance while guiding colleagues in effective data use.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Power BI development and reporting.
• Strong data analysis capabilities and data storytelling.
• Proven ability to engage with stakeholders and translate needs into dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Power BI dashboard development.
• Promote reporting standards, governance and best practices.
• Provide guidance and documentation for users on data reporting and visualisation.

Skills

Power BI

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Reporting

Tools

Power BI Service

Job description

Join Social Security Scotland as a Senior Data Analyst (Report Developer) and help shape how data is used to support the delivery of vital public services across Scotland. This role is focused on the design, development and support of high-quality Power BI reporting solutions, enabling colleagues and leaders to make informed operational and strategic decisions based on trusted data.

Working within the Data Services Team, you will lead the end-to-end development of Power BI dashboards and reports, from understanding requirements and business needs through to developing, publishing and supporting solutions within the Power BI Service. You will work with complex datasets and enterprise data platforms to create accurate, insightful and user-focused reporting products that meet organisational needs.

A key aspect of the role is supporting the organisation's move towards a managed self-service reporting model. You will help establish and promote reporting standards, governance and best practice while ensuring reporting products are robust, accessible and fit for purpose. You will also provide guidance, documentation and support to users, helping colleagues build confidence in the effective use of data and reporting tools.

This role is ideally suited to an experienced Power BI Developer, BI Developer, or Reporting Analyst with strong technical expertise in Power BI (including Power BI service) data analysis and stakeholder engagement. You'll be comfortable working with complex data, translating business requirements into meaningful visualisations, and influencing how reporting services are developed and delivered across a large organisation.

Above all, we're looking for an individual who combines excellent Power BI development skills with a passion for using data to drive improvement, support decision-making and deliver better outcomes for the people of Scotland.

A Senior Data Analyst leads data analysis in a team or across an area. They ensure data is appropriately prepared, managed and used, and that data analysis outcomes align with the organisation's goals.

• Guide others in appropriate practices for preparing, managing and using data.
• Lead the application and improvement of processes and ways of working with data, reporting and data visualisation.
• Lead communication of data, data products and data projects with stakeholders, adapting to their needs and requirements, including translating business requirements into effective reporting and visualisation solutions using Power BI.