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# Data Analysis Specialist

- **Company:** Northern Trains
- **Location:** York, UK
- **Salary:** £41,163.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Big Data, Python (Programming Language), Power BI, SQL Databases, Tableau (Software), Information Technology
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=674b7e8471a37ed1

## About the Role

* Degree in a quantitative subject such as Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, or Computer Science.
 * Experience using analytical tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R.
 * Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualisation platforms.
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

 * Ability to work with large datasets and present insights clearly to a range of audiences.

## Description

At Northern, we're investing in a better railway for the North. We're looking for a talented Data Analysis Specialist to join our Strategic Planning team and provide the insight that drives major investment decisions, business cases, and future rail development.
What You'll Do

 * Analyse operational, financial, customer, and revenue data to support strategic planning and investment decisions.
 * Develop forecasting models, business case appraisals, and analytical tools.
 * Create clear reports, dashboards, and visualisations using tools such as Power BI
 * Work with colleagues, government bodies, Mayoral Authorities, and industry partners to support rail investment opportunities.
 * Translate complex data into clear recommendations for senior stakeholders.
 * Support the development of business cases for service improvements, infrastructure projects, and new rolling stock.


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