Senior Data Strategist / Analyst – £53,500 – Remote Working

Senior Data Strategist / Analyst 53,500 Remote Working

Pearson Carter are currently working with a well-established UK organisation that is continuing to develop its Data & Insights capability. They are looking for a Senior Data Strategist / Analyst to join their growing team and help shape how data is used to drive strategic and operational decision-making.

This is a hands-on senior role combining data strategy, analytics, business analysis and stakeholder engagement. Youll work across the organisation to understand requirements, improve data quality and capture, develop decision-ready insights and establish effective data standards and practices.

They offer a salary of up to 53,500, predominantly remote working and the opportunity to play a key role in developing a modern Microsoft data estate.

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Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of organisation-wide data strategies.
• Collect, analyse and interpret data to deliver actionable insights.
• Work with stakeholders to identify data requirements and opportunities for improvement.
• Design and develop data models, dashboards and reports using Microsoft Fabric and Power BI.
• Work across the full data lifecycle from ingestion through to analytics and insight.
• Develop efficient data loading, transformation and integration processes.
• Ensure data quality, governance, security and lineage.
• Establish common data definitions, metrics, standards and best practices.
• Support the optimisation of Microsoft Fabric costs and capacity.
• Apply statistical analysis, predictive analytics and machine learning where appropriate.
• Facilitate workshops, requirements gathering and training sessions.
• Translate complex analytical outputs into clear, actionable insights.

Experience:

• Strong experience in a Data Analyst, Data Strategist, Senior Data Analyst or similar role.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric and Power BI.
• Excellent Power BI skills, including data modelling, DAX and visualisation.
• Experience with Microsoft Dataverse and Dynamics 365 from a data perspective.
• Strong understanding of data modelling, semantic layers, data quality and lineage.
• Experience designing end-to-end data solutions.
• Experience managing and optimising Microsoft Fabric costs.
• Understanding of data integration across Microsoft 365, Dynamics, Azure and third-party systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to translate business requirements into meaningful data solutions.
• Experience working with statistical analysis, predictive analytics or machine learning.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desirable:

• Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification.
• Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate certification.
• Azure Data Engineer Associate certification.
• Experience with R / RStudio or equivalent analytical tools.
• Microsoft Customer Voice experience.
• Experience within the charity sector.
• Knowledge of Agile project management methodologies.
• Experience with data governance, architecture and security across Dataverse and Power Platform.
• Knowledge of GDPR and data protection requirements.
• Experience designing and delivering workshops and training.

Salary & Benefits

• Up to 53,500
• Predominantly remote working
• Permanent position
• 26 days annual leave bank holidays
• Additional 5 days annual leave after 2 years' service
• Opportunity to work with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Dynamics 365 and Dataverse
• Opportunity to influence organisation-wide data strategy and standards
• Occasional travel to London and other UK locations

Location

The Senior Data Strategist / Analyst role is predominantly remote, with occasional travel to the organisation's Central London office or other UK locations when required.

How to Apply

Please apply ASAP with your CV to be considered for this position. You can also get in touch with me on adam.w@pearsoncarter.com or 0191 406 6111.

Pearson Carter is the Global Leader in Microsoft Technology, Web, Mobile and Software Development Recruitment, with specialist roles across the globe.

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