Data Analyst

The Ardonagh Group; Mullingar; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ardonagh Analytics Lab in Mullingar invites an experienced Data Analyst to join a growing team that turns data into business insights across the group. You will work across diverse datasets, translate data into actionable recommendations, and collaborate with Data Engineering and Data Visualisation teams to drive performance.

You’ll engage with stakeholders at all levels, build automated reporting and dashboards, and explore AI techniques to enhance decision making.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in data analysis and reporting.
• Strong SQL querying, mining, manipulation, and segmentation.
• 2+ years' experience using Python or R.
• Knowledge of BI principles and analytics best practices.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex data into actionable insights for decision-making.
• Collaborate with Data Engineering & Data Visualisation to maximise data value.
• Present findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Identify trends, risks and opportunities within large datasets with recommendations.
• Enhance automated reporting and dashboards with commentary and recommendations.
• Support data governance, management and reporting processes across the Group.
• Explore AI/ML techniques to drive innovation and insights.
• Contribute to development of a world-class analytics function within the Lab.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Independent worker

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelors in CS/IS/Data Analytics

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Power BI

Tableau

Qlik

Job description

Join the Future of Data & Analytics at The Ardonagh Group

The Ardonagh Analytics Lab is an exciting new operation established by The Ardonagh Group in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath. As a centre of excellence for data and analytics, the Lab delivers data-driven insights that support colleagues and clients across the globe.

With more than 12,000 colleagues operating across a diverse portfolio of insurance products and related services, Ardonagh is committed to using data to transform decision-making, enhance client outcomes, and build a deeper understanding of risk.

Our mission is simple: use data, analytics, and innovation to achieve better outcomes for every participant in the value chain. We explore vast and complex datasets, uncover hidden opportunities, model future scenarios, and help clients and insurer partners prepare for the unknown.

We're now looking for an experienced Data Analyst to join our growing Analytics Team and play a pivotal role in turning data into meaningful business insight.

The Opportunity

As a key member of the Data Analytics Team, you will work across a variety of datasets to both respond to business requests and proactively identify opportunities to improve performance across the Group.

You will bridge the gap between our Data Engineering and Data Visualisation teams, ensuring that data is transformed into valuable insights that drive decision-making, operational efficiency, and commercial success.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an analytically curious professional who enjoys solving complex business problems and influencing strategic decisions through data.

What You'll Be Doing

• Translate complex data into actionable insights that inform decision-making, solve business challenges, and identify opportunities for growth and efficiency.
• Partner closely with Data Engineering and Data Visualisation teams to understand available data sources and maximise their business value.
• Present analytical findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities within large datasets and provide recommendations that support strategic business decisions.
• Enhance automated reporting and dashboards through proactive analysis, meaningful commentary, and actionable recommendations.
• Support the development and implementation of robust data governance, management, and reporting processes across the Group.
• Explore and apply AI and machine learning techniques where appropriate to drive innovation and enhance business insight.
• Contribute to the continued development of a world-class analytics function within the Ardonagh Analytics Lab.

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in data analysis and reporting.
• Strong SQL expertise, including data querying, mining, manipulation, and segmentation.
• Advanced quantitative and analytical skills with the ability to derive meaningful insights from complex datasets.
• At least 2 years' experience using statistical programming languages such as Python or R.
• Solid understanding of database concepts, structures, and data modelling.
• Strong knowledge of Business Intelligence principles and analytical best practices.
• Experience with one or more BI tools, including Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within financial services.
• Previous exposure to General Insurance is highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of predictive analytics, machine learning, or AI-based analytical techniques.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced analytics professional capable of working independently and taking ownership of outcomes.
• Brings a proactive, solutions-focused mindset and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Has a genuine passion for transforming data into business value.
• Quickly builds an understanding of business operations and technical environments.
• Is a strong relationship builder who can confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership.
• Combines strong technical expertise with excellent communication and influencing skills.

Why Join Us?

At the Ardonagh Analytics Lab, you'll have the opportunity to work on challenging, high-impact projects that influence decision-making across a global organisation. You'll join a collaborative team passionate about innovation, continuous learning, and unlocking the power of data to shape the future of insurance.

If you're excited by the opportunity to turn complex data into meaningful business outcomes and want to be part of a growing analytics centre of excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

The Company

In an industry that never stands still, neither do we. The Ardonagh Group was founded in 2017 and has grown to become the UK's largest independent insurance distribution platform and a top 20 broker globally.

Our best-in-class entrepreneurial and specialist brands span a network of 150+ locations worldwide and have a combined workforce of more than c.12,000 people. Across our portfolio, we offer a highly diversified range of insurance-related products and services across the full insurance value chain in the UK, Ireland and broader international markets.

From complex multinational corporations to individuals purchasing personal insurance policies, our understanding of the communities we serve, together with our scale and breadth, allows us to deliver a broad range of product and risk solutions to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving market.

If you approach life with a sense of adventure you might just find what you need at Ardonagh to bring your ambition to life.

Find out more about Ardonagh's world of opportunity on LinkedIn or visit www.ardonagh.com.

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