Data Team Specialist

Are you a technical data professional who enjoys bridging the gap between raw engineering and actionable insights?

We are looking for a Data Team Specialist to join a global leader in events, promotions, and marketing campaigns. This is a pivotal role positioned between our Data Analysts and Data Engineers. Your mission will be to focus on data structure development, technical documentation, and SQL optimization-ensuring our data is secure, structured, and ready to drive high-impact marketing results.

What You’ll Be Doing

As the “connective tissue” of our data department, you will play a vital role in enabling our analysts to deliver insights more effectively.

• SQL Mastery: Develop and maintain complex SQL queries, functions, and views to support reporting and analytical requirements.
• Database Design: Assist in designing and maintaining database schemas, ensuring efficient data flow and integrity.
• Documentation & Governance: Act as the custodian of our data processes, maintaining structured documentation, naming conventions, and version control for SQL scripts.
• ETL Support: Monitor and test ETL/ELT pipelines to ensure timely and accurate data delivery.
• Technical Enablement: Translate complex business requirements into technical specifications and provide SQL best-practice guidance to the wider analyst team.
• Security & Compliance: Assist in maintaining data security (GDPR, ISO), ensuring controlled access to all data assets.

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• Experience: Proven background in a Data Engineer, Database Analyst, or DBA role.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in writing and debugging complex SQL queries is essential. Experience with Python for scripting/automation is highly preferred.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of relational database design, normalization, and data warehousing concepts.
• Systems: Familiarity with MySQL integration, ETL tools, and APIs.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to interpret technical information into clear business terms.

Pulled from the full job description

• Sick pay
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking, This isn’t just a job; it’s a career path within a global industry leader. You will be supported by a Head of Data & Digital and an Operations Director who value innovation and excellence.
• Industry-Leading Pension: A massive 11% employer-paid contribution.
• Work-Life Balance: 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, plus a guaranteed Christmas shutdown.
• Growth: Excellent training and clear career progression opportunities.
• Environment: Join a values-driven team that fosters a positive, solutions-focused culture.