Data Analyst

Data Analyst 9 Month FTC Glasgow, Hybrid 2 days / Week £48,000 + Benefits or Day Rate Overview:We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Data Analyst to join a dynamic team within the utilities sector. This role is crucial for providing key commercial insights and reporting to the senior leadership team, including board-level reports. The successful candidate will have a strong focus on automating reporting processes, improving efficiency, and driving data-driven decision-making across the organisation. You will work closely with various business units to ensure that reporting is accurate, insightful, and aligns with strategic business objectives.Key Responsibilities:Board Reporting & Insights:Design, develop, and deliver high-quality board-level reports, presenting critical business performance data and commercial insights.Collaborate with senior leadership to understand reporting needs, key performance indicators (KPIs), and business objectives.Ensure reports are timely, accurate, and aligned with the strategic priorities of the business.Produce regular and ad-hoc analysis for board meetings, providing actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.Report Automation:Lead the automation of reporting processes using advanced tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Excel macros) to reduce manual effort and improve reporting accuracy and speed.Develop and maintain automated dashboards and reporting systems to monitor business performance in real time.Identify opportunities to streamline data flow, automate routine reporting tasks, and ensure seamless integration of data sources.Data Management & Analysis:Gather, clean, and analyse commercial data from multiple sources, ensuring data integrity and consistency.Provide data-driven insights to support commercial strategy, including revenue forecasting, pricing analysis, and cost management.Work with cross-functional teams (finance, operations, sales, etc.) to ensure the integration of commercial data across the business.Stakeholder Engagement:Work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure that reporting aligns with their needs and expectations.Act as the key point of contact for MI-related inquiries from senior leadership, ensuring they have the information they need to make informed business decisions.Provide recommendations based on data analysis that drive performance improvements across various departments.Continuous Improvement:Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging technologies to improve reporting capabilities.Continuously review and enhance reporting processes to ensure they remain efficient and effective.Identify key trends and performance drivers within the utilities sector and incorporate these into reporting frameworks.Essential Skills & Experience:Proven experience as an MI Analyst, Commercial Analyst, or in a similar role, ideally within the utilities or energy sector.Strong expertise in developing and automating board-level reporting, with a focus on senior leadership and strategic decision-making.Proficiency in data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.) and advanced Excel (pivot tables, VBA, etc.).Strong SQL skills for querying large datasets, alongside experience in data manipulation and automation.Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights and communicate these effectively to non-technical stakeholders.Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage and analyse large amounts of data with accuracy.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in preparing high-quality, clear reports for senior management.A proactive and solutions-oriented mindset, with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.For a confidential chat please contact

Created: 2025-08-16