Graduate Data Analyst

Radiant Financial
Gateshead, United Kingdom
13 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior
Compensation
£ 32K

Job location

Gateshead, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Microsoft Excel
Azure
Data Validation
Data Mining
Relational Databases
Document-Oriented Databases
Python
Power BI
Cloud Services
Standard Sql
SQL Databases
Data Ingestion
Microsoft Fabric
Information Technology
Tools for Reporting

Job description

  • Build and maintain reports and dashboards used across the business
  • Write SQL (and develop Python and DAX skills) for reporting and data extraction
  • Perform data quality checks and reconciliations across key datasets
  • Investigate discrepancies and ensure data accuracy and reliability
  • Test and validate reports, data models and system changes
  • Support KPI and management information reporting for stakeholders
  • Document data definitions and reporting logic
  • Assist with data ingestion and transformation within Microsoft Fabric
  • Contribute to automation and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

Essentials:

  • 2:1 or above in a numerate or data-focused degree (e.g. Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Working knowledge of SQL (joins, filters, aggregations)
  • Understanding of relational databases and structured data
  • Good Excel skills
  • High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
  • Strong communication skills, both technical and non-technical
  • A proactive attitude with a genuine desire to learn

Desirable:

  • Experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools
  • Basic knowledge of Python or DAX
  • Exposure to Azure, Microsoft Fabric or cloud data platforms
  • Awareness of data quality processes, validation or testing
  • Experience or interest in financial services or regulated environments

Benefits & conditions

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued, and part of a positive culture. At Radiant, you'll benefit from: Work-life balance: Early finish every Friday at 2:15pm, plus flexible hybrid working, with only one day in the office required. Generous holiday package: 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, plus your birthday off. Financial security: 4x salary death-in-service cover, up to 5 years income protection, and 5% employer-matched pension contributions. Health & wellbeing: MediCash benefits including 24/7 GP access, mental health support, and retail discounts. Professional growth: Ongoing training and career development through the Radiant Academy. Friendly team culture: Join a collaborative, approachable group of professionals who value both excellence and support., 25000 - 32000 GBP (yearly)

About the company

Radiant Financial are building a modern data platform (Project Helios on Microsoft Fabric) and we're looking for a Graduate Data Analyst to join our growing Technology & Data team. This is a genuine graduate development opportunity with hands-on experience, mentoring, and a clear pathway into Data Engineering / Analytics Engineering. If you're curious, analytical, and motivated to learn quickly, we would love to hear from you. What You'll Gain * A structured graduate development scheme with clear progression * Mentorship from an experienced Senior Data Engineer * Early responsibility with real business impact * A defined pathway into Data Engineering or Analytics Engineering * Exposure to a modern tech stack including: SQL, Python, Power BI, Microsoft Fabric and Azure About the Opportunity You will begin with broad exposure across data systems, including testing, validation and analysis, before progressing into a more specialised data role. This approach builds a strong foundation and sets you up for long-term success.

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