Senior BI Analyst

We are seeking a Senior BI Analyst with deep expertise in the Microsoft Power Platform to play a critical role in shaping the organisation's data and analytics strategy. This is a senior, high-impact position requiring advanced technical capability, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy.

The role is responsible for leading enterprise-level BI initiatives, influencing strategic decision-making, and setting standards for analytics best practice across the organisation. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, driving insight-led transformation and mentoring less-experienced analysts.

Main Duties:

Strategic BI Leadership and Analytics

• Own the end-to-end strategy, design, and delivery of enterprise BI solutions using Power BI, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.

• Lead complex, cross-functional analytics initiatives, translating ambiguous business challenges into robust analytical frameworks.

• Provide forward-looking insights through advanced analytics, trend analysis, and scenario modelling to support strategic planning and performance management.

• Define and enforce data quality, governance, and reporting standards, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and scalability of BI assets.

Microsoft Power Platform Architecture and Delivery

• Act as a technical authority for Power BI, Power Apps, and Power Automate, setting design standards and best practices.

• Design and deliver sophisticated Power Apps solutions and automated workflows that materially improve operational efficiency and decision-making.

• Oversee the integration of multiple data sources and business systems, ensuring performance, security, and reliability.

• Evaluate and introduce new Power Platform capabilities and features to maximise organisational value.

Senior Stakeholder Engagement and Influence

• Partner with executive leaders and senior stakeholders to shape analytics roadmaps and prioritise BI investment.

• Translate complex data insights into clear, compelling narratives for executive and board-level audiences.

• Challenge assumptions and influence decision-making through evidence-based recommendations.

• Act as a key liaison between business, data, and technology teams to ensure alignment and delivery.

Capability Building, Governance, and Innovation

• Mentor and coach BI analysts and developers, contributing to skills development.

• Lead data literacy initiatives, embedding a culture of self-service analytics and insight-driven decision-making.

• Continuously assess and improve BI methodologies, tools, and processes.

• Drive the adoption of advanced analytics techniques, including predictive analytics, automation, and machine learning where appropriate.

Do you have experience in SQL?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience).

• 5+ years' experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or related roles, with substantial hands-on experience across the Microsoft Power Platform.

• Demonstrated experience leading complex BI initiatives with enterprise-wide impact.

Technical Expertise

• Advanced expertise in Power BI, including complex DAX, data modelling, and M language.

• Strong hands-on experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, and broader Power Platform governance.

• Advanced SQL skills with strong understanding of data warehousing, ETL/ELT processes, and data architecture.

• Experience working with multiple BI tools and exposure to advanced analytics or data science concepts.

Analytical and Strategic Skills

• Exceptional analytical capability, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and deliver actionable, strategic insights.

• Strong commercial and strategic thinking, with a focus on outcomes and business value.

Leadership and Professional Skills

• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and operate effectively at executive level.

• Demonstrated leadership capability, including mentoring, technical guidance, and informal people leadership.

• Highly organised, resilient, and comfortable managing multiple high-priority initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation capability.