Senior Data Analytics Advisor 12-month FTC

Harnham - Data & Analytics Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in data analytics seeks a Senior Data Analytics Advisor for a 12-month contract in London. The role involves data collection and analysis to support policy and communications in the insurance sector. Strong skills in SQL and Excel, along with experience in data visualization tools like Power BI, are essential. This position offers a hybrid work model and the opportunity to influence industry practices.

Qualifications

• Strong SQL and Excel skills, with proven experience handling complex datasets.
• Proficiency in a data visualisation tool (Power BI strongly preferred but open to any).
• Experience working with third-party/market research datasets and survey data.
• Ability to create meaningful insights from both internal and external data sources.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Gather and validate data from member firms and third-party sources.
• Use Excel and SQL to analyse data and generate actionable insights.
• Build dashboards and reports in Power BI to share findings.
• Collaborate with member firms and policy teams for effective communication.
• Support key initiatives such as diversity data collection and policy projects.
• Assist in market intelligence and forecasting projects.

Skills

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Overview

SENIOR DATA ANALYTICS ADVISOR (12-MONTH FTC) – UP TO £65,000 + BONUS – HYBRID London, 2x a week

Please note, the company is unable to offer sponsorship and you must be a UK resident to apply.

The Company

This organisation is a leading trade body representing the UK insurance and long-term savings industry. Acting as the collective voice of its members, it plays a crucial role in shaping policy, supporting innovation, and providing authoritative data and insight. It's recognised for its collaborative culture, approachable leadership team, and meaningful industry impact - from supporting members through the pandemic to leading on complex, long-term issues that affect millions of customers.

The Role

They are seeking a Senior Data Analytics Advisor to join the analytics function on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role blends hands-on analysis with significant stakeholder engagement, supporting a wide range of projects from market forecasting and policy development to diversity and inclusion reporting.

You'll be responsible for collecting, analysing, and presenting data from member organisations and third-party sources, providing actionable insights that inform policy, communications, and industry decisions.

This is a highly collaborative role where you'll work with colleagues across policy, media, and research teams, liaise with external stakeholders, and occasionally present insights in committee meetings. It's a fantastic opportunity to influence industry thinking while sharpening your technical and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Collection & Management - Gather and validate data from member firms, surveys, and third-party sources (e.g., market research, ONS, financial reports).
• Analysis & Insight - Use Excel and SQL to analyse data, identify trends, and generate actionable insights for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Reporting & Visualisation - Build clear, compelling dashboards and reports in Power BI (or similar) to share findings with colleagues and members.
• Stakeholder Engagement - Collaborate with member firms, policy teams, and external partners to ensure robust data collection and effective communication of results.
• Project Support - Contribute to key initiatives such as annual diversity and inclusion data collection, ad-hoc policy projects, and media team data requests.
• Market Intelligence - Support forecasting and subscriber identification projects, helping the organisation stay ahead of industry trends.

Skills and Experience

Must-haves:

• Strong SQL and Excel skills, with proven experience handling complex datasets.
• Proficiency in a data visualisation tool (Power BI strongly preferred but open to any).
• Experience working with third-party/market research datasets and survey data.
• Ability to create meaningful insights from both internal and external data sources.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice-to-haves:

• Background in insurance, financial services, or market research.
• Experience with Python for statistical analysis.
• Advanced Power BI skills.