Senior Reporting and Systems Developer

In this busy and exciting role, you will play a key part in the development, enhancement and delivery of the College Group’s reporting and business intelligence systems. Working closely with the Group Director of MIS, Reporting and Systems Team Leader and a wide range of stakeholders, you will design and maintain impactful reports, dashboards and data solutions that support strategic decision-making across the organisation.

You will lead on the development of reporting tools using technologies such as Power BI, SSRS and SQL Server, ensuring managers and leaders have access to timely, accurate and meaningful information. You will also support the ongoing improvement of student records systems and related technologies, helping to streamline processes, improve data quality and reduce administrative burden across the College Group.

As a senior member of the team, you will mentor colleagues, drive innovation and champion best practice in systems development, business analysis and data management. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about data, reporting and technology to make a significant impact while supporting the College’s strategic objectives., * Develop, maintain and enhance the College Group’s suite of reports and reporting solutions.

• Design and manage KPI dashboards and business intelligence tools using Power BI, SSRS and SQL technologies.
• Deliver timely, accurate and accessible management information to support decision-making.
• Prioritise and manage reporting development requests in line with organisational strategy.
• Respond to ad-hoc reporting requirements, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
• Develop and implement system improvements that streamline processes and reduce administration.
• Support integration between Advanced products and other College systems.
• Mentor and support junior members of the Reporting and Systems team.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on reporting systems and new developments.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, data governance standards and funding body requirements.

You will be an experienced reporting and systems professional with strong technical expertise in business intelligence, reporting development and data management. You will have experience developing reports, dashboards and data solutions using tools such as Power BI, SSRS, SSMS and SQL-based technologies, alongside a strong understanding of systems integration and process improvement.

You will possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into meaningful information for a range of stakeholders. Strong communication, organisational and relationship-building skills are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and work to demanding deadlines. Experience of education sector systems, funding methodologies or student record systems would be advantageous.

If you’re passionate about using technology and data to drive continuous improvement and deliver meaningful organisational impact, we’d love to hear from you.

IEG offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous Leave: 30 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Competitive Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
• Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
• Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts

Shape the future of business intelligence and student data systems, delivering innovative reporting solutions that drive performance, efficiency and informed decision-making across the College Group.