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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Data Analyst - **Company:** Transform - **Location:** Manchester, United Kingdom - **Salary:** £60,260 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Python (Programming Language), Standard Sql, SQL Databases, Unstructured Data, Cloud Platform System - **Published:** November 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5964332404 ## About the Role * Extensive analytics experience, with strong SQL capability and a track record of leading complex analytical projects * Proven experience analysing a wide range of data sources, including large and unstructured datasets * Strong working knowledge of Python for data analysis, with the ability to guide technical approaches and best practice * Experience working with cloud-based data platforms or services, such as AWS, Azure or GCP * Proven experience line managing and developing senior level analysts * Excellent business problem-solving skills, with a track record of developing creative, insight-driven analytical solutions to complex challenges * Ability to lead multiple workstreams and priorities, balancing strategic oversight, client engagement and people management responsibilities * Strong commercial understanding of how analytics drives client value, business performance and practice growth * A keen interest in AI and emerging analytics techniques, with the ability to identify practical, value-driven applications; hands-on AI experience is not essential * Confident and credible communicator, able to present findings, recommendations and strategic direction to varied senior level audiences * Collaborative approach, with experience leading and developing others through quality assurance, coaching and constructive feedback * Structured and methodical working style, with the judgement and adaptability to lead effectively in a fast-paced environment * Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive, influential and supportive leadership style * A growth mindset, with a focus on developing people, client relationships and analytical capability within Transform * AI-curious and ready to lead the exploration and adoption of relevant opportunities when necessary ## Description The Role: Principal Data Analyst Transform is looking for a Principal Analyst to join the Analytics & Data Science team. This role combines strategic analytical leadership with senior client engagement and line management responsibility, helping to shape and grow analytics workstreams for the Data Practice. The Principal Analyst will lead the delivery of complex, large-scale analytical projects while also managing and developing a small team of Senior level Data Analysts (3-4). You will work closely with the Associate Director of Analytics and Data Science, senior client contacts and wider stakeholders to identify new opportunities, influence strategic decisions and support the growth of the practice. Hands-on Analytics Delivery * Lead and oversee complex, large-scale data analysis projects that address strategic client and internal briefs * Use strong knowledge of SQL and Python to shape analytical approaches, provide technical direction and support transformation and automation where appropriate * Oversee BI and reporting deliverables as required, ensuring outputs are accurate, scalable and clearly aligned with strategic business and client needs People Management & Team Development * Act as line manager for 3-4 Senior level Data Analysts, providing leadership guidance, coaching and performance management while creating a high-performing team environment * Lead the development of technical and consulting capability within the team, including SQL, analytical thinking and best-practice coding standards * Carry out regular one-to-ones, goal setting and development planning, helping analysts take on greater responsibility and progress in their careers * Provide senior review and quality assurance of analytical outputs and code, offering constructive challenge and promoting consistently high standards Analytics Leadership & Collaboration * Work closely with the Associate Director of Analytics and Data Science to identify and develop internal and external opportunities for new analytical approaches, products and capabilities that support practice growth * Lead the development of analytical best practice, processes and standards across the team * Build trusted relationships with senior client and internal stakeholders, translating complex requirements into impactful analytical strategies and solutions * Communicate insights and recommendations clearly and confidently to senior technical and non-technical audiences, using data to influence decision-making at the highest level * Support new business initiatives when required