Data Analyst Job Description

Job Overview

The Data Analyst will be responsible for providing accurate, timely and relevant data analysis for the organisation by working closely with internal teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for responding quickly to requests for data analysis and research
To work with colleagues within other departments to identify and resolve data related problems
To determine information requirements and delivery methods and then producing ad hoc and MI reports as necessary
Responsible for identifying viable alternative data analysis and reporting tools and taking charge of commissioning them
To ensure integrity of the data
To train other members of staff in the use of reporting tools
To develop programs that can be used for data analysis and presentation, including writing front end applications
To maintain existing reports and information delivery tools

Skills / Attributes Required

Business awareness and numerical ability
A wide knowledge and understanding of data collection methodologies, analysis, principles and techniques
Ability to recommend changes to drive business objectives
A logical approach to researching and analysing opportunities
Excellent report writing, analytical and project management skills, with a good attention to detail
Ability to present technical information in a variety of formats to clients

Alternative Job Titles

Business Intelligence Analyst | Data Scientist | Data Engineer | Quantitative Analyst | Data Analytics Consultant

Typical Salary Range

£30,000 to £40,000