Lead Data Analyst

Consortia
Birmingham, UK
14 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Big Data Python (Programming Language) Power BI SQL Databases Pyspark Data Analytics Databricks

Job description

identify inefficiencies, optimise processes, and translate complex data into actionable insights. Your role will involve balancing hands-on technical problem-solving with strategic leadership, ensuring the team stays focused on delivering value. You’ll also be key in automating and optimising reporting, transitioning from static reports to real-time, insight-driven analytics. Additionally, you will foster a data-driven culture within the business, championing best practices and promoting the adoption of modern analytics tools.What You’ll Need to Succeed Proven Leadership Experience - Comfortable managing and developing a team, providing guidance, and fostering a collaborative environment. Strong Analytical Skills - Able to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets and demonstrate clear business impact. Technical Expertise - Strong experience with SQL, Power BI, Python/PySpark; Databricks is a plus but not essential. Stakeholder Management -, Confident in engaging with senior

Requirements

stakeholders, translating data into compelling narratives that drive business decisions. Commercial Mindset - A background in operational or commercial analytics (e.g., logistics, supply chain, marketing) within the private sector is highly desirable. Problem-Solving Ability - More than just a dashboard expert-you know how to turn data into real-world solutions that optimise operations.This is a fantastic opportunity for a data leader passionate about analytics, automation, and driving operational excellence through data. You will have the opportunity to shape a growing analytics function and make a tangible impact on the business.

About the company

Lead Data AnalystGreater Birmingham HybridAre you an experienced data analyst looking for a leadership role where your insights directly impact commercial and operational decisions? Our client is seeking a Lead Data Analyst to manage a team of three analysts. This is a unique opportunity to lead a team, drive operational efficiencies, and influence key stakeholders across Finance, Commercial, Customer Service, and Operations.This is not just a reporting role-it’s about turning data into meaningful business decisions, insights, and storytelling. By focusing on automating reporting inefficiencies, optimising planning, and driving operational insights, you will play a key role in shaping data-driven strategies.What You’ll DoYou will lead a team of analysts, ensuring they develop into high-impact contributors who drive meaningful business improvements. Through a combination of hands-on analytics and leadership (roughly 50/50), you will work closely with senior stakeholders to

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