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# Senior Data Analyst

- **Company:** Simplyhealth
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Big Data, Computer Programming, Databases, Data Validation, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Transformation, Data Synchronization, Data Visualization, Relational Databases, Database Development, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Power BI, Standard Sql, Microsoft SharePoint, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Data Processing, Microsoft Power Automate, Sql Optimization, Powerquery, Pandas, Build Management, Information Technology, Vba Programming Language, Data Pipelines, Powerapps
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/38950274/

## About the Role

· 5+ years' experience as a Data Analyst (or similar role) in a corporate environment· Financial services, capital markets and/or affordable housing / real estate industry experience strongly preferred· Proven track record of working with large, complex datasets to deliver insight that supports business decisions· Experience leading multi-stakeholder analytics projects and engaging confidently with senior decision-makers
Technical
Ÿ SQL: Advanced querying capabilities, including complex joins, stored procedures and performance optimisationŸ Python & VBA: Strong programming skills including pandas, data manipulation libraries and proficient in Excel automation and macro developmentŸ Power Automate & SharePoint: Proficient in automated ETL workflows, data sync flows with error handling, SharePoint list connectors, and Power BI/Power Apps integration for live refresh and database write-back.Ÿ Power BI: Expert-level skills including:Ÿ Advanced DAX formula writing and optimisationŸ Complex data modelling and relationshipsŸ Custom visualisations and dashboard designŸ Row-level security implementation and access managementŸ Power Query for data transformation and integrationŸ Calculated columns and measuresŸ Performance tuning and optimisationŸ Database & DevelopmentŸ Experience designing and implementing relational data models and working with database development teamsŸ Understanding of and experience in
implementing data governance principlesŸ Analytical & CommunicationŸ Strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving abilities, with a focus on business impactŸ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholdersŸ Detail-oriented with strong quality assurance practices

 3. Qualifications· Degree in data science, statistics, mathematics, computer science, economics or another quantitative discipline (or equivalent professional experience).· Postgraduate or professional qualification in analytics, data, finance or a related field (for example MSc Data Science, CFA, ACA, FRM, MBA) is advantageous.

## Description

The Senior Data Analyst will lead the design, automation and delivery of high-quality data products that unlock actionable insight for internal teams and external clients. They will own the end-to-end analytics lifecycle - from architecting robust SQL data models and pipelines, through advanced Python- and VBA-driven analysis, to building sophisticated Power BI dashboards and executive-ready reporting. Operating at the intersection of data engineering, business intelligence and commercial strategy, the role will translate large, complex datasets into clear narratives that support decision-making, business development and market analysis, while standardising data across disparate systems to enable scalable, repeatable analytics solutions. The role reports to the Senior Director, Strategy, who manages digital strategy, IT, marketing, brand, and communications for the organisation.
1.Key Responsibilities:Ÿ Data Analysis & ModellingŸ Maintain and query large datasets using advanced SQL techniquesŸ Design and develop complex relational SQL data modelsŸ Perform comprehensive data analysis to identify trends and insightsŸ Create and maintain robust data pipelines for continuous data processingŸ Data Visualisation & ReportingŸ Build and deploy interactive Power BI dashboards providing real-time insights to stakeholdersŸ Design compelling data visualisations that translate complex datasets into actionable intelligenceŸ Develop executive-level reporting solutions for internal teams, Board papers and client presentationsŸ Client & Stakeholder EngagementŸ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and deliver tailored solutionsŸ Support business development activities through data-driven insights, customer and market analysisŸ Present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders, using clear storytelling to influence decisions and
drive adoption of data productsŸ Data IntegrationŸ Standardise data across disparate systems with varying structures to support consistent analytics, reporting and performance trackingŸ Define and implement robust data validation, monitoring and documentation practices in line with good data governance principlesŸ Work closely with IT and business teams to improve data capture, data definitions and metadata, ensuring long-term integrity of core datasetsŸ Leadership & ways of working· Lead analytics projects end-to-end, from scoping and prioritisation through to delivery, stakeholder sign-off and embedding into business processes· Establish and champion best-practice standards for data modelling, visualisation, automation and quality across the organisation· Coach and upskill colleagues to increase data literacy and self-serve capability, through training, documentation and pair-working· Stay up to date with emerging tools, techniques and regulation relevant to data in financial services
and housing, and proactively propose improvements to The Housing Finance Corporation's data environment
Candidate Profile


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