Senior Power BI Developer in London

EXL (NASDAQ: EXLS) is a global data and AI company that offers services and solutions to reinvent client business models, drive better outcomes and unlock growth with speed. Bringing together domain expertise with robust data, powerful analytics, cloud and AI to create agile, scalable solutions and execute complex operations for the world's leading corporations. EXL was founded on the core values of innovation, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect, creating value from data to ensure faster decision-making and transforming operating models. Key industries include Insurance, Healthcare, Banking and Financial Services, Media, and Retail, among others. Headquartered in New York, our team is over 60,000 strong, with more than 50 offices spanning six continents.

Summary of the role:

Consultant will be responsible for working with stakeholders to identify and define self-service analytics solutions, dashboards and best practice, actionable BI reports. Key to this role is enterprise BI design and collaboration with the client team to ensure design is repeatable, lean, and maintainable across a large organization. The Senior BI Consultant must have a strong fundamental understanding of data warehousing, data modeling and data engineering best practice.

A Business Intelligence developer or BI developer is able to leverage software tools and transform these data to get useful insights from them which will heavily impact business in taking decisions. The Power BI Developer works with product managers, scientists, analysts, and users to understand product vision, scope, priorities, and scientific requirements, then creates reports to summarize and visualize the data.

As part of your duties, you will be responsible for:

• Technical Leadership and Development: Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of Power BI reports, dashboards, and analytical solutions. Build and maintain complex data models, including data warehousing, DAX calculations, and optimized Power BI solutions to support scalable insights. Design and implement role-based security models and user access within Power BI to protect sensitive data. Maintain and optimize Power BI datasets, reports, and workspace structures for efficient access and management. Collaborate with data engineering teams using Databricks to source, clean, and load data, ensuring high data quality and alignment with Power BI requirements.
• Data Governance and Quality: Collaborate with data governance teams to implement consistent data definitions, naming conventions, and standards across Power BI reports and models. Ensure data accuracy and reliability by implementing data validation, error handling, and troubleshooting methodologies. Create and maintain documentation on data sources, transformations, and business logic in Power BI to support data literacy and transparency across teams.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Support: Work closely with stakeholders to understand their data needs, translating business requirements into actionable Power BI solutions. Act as the main point of contact for Power BI-related projects, leading workshops, demonstrations, and training sessions to upskill business users. Provide end-user support, troubleshooting Power BI-related issues, and continuously seek user feedback to enhance reporting solutions.
• Project Management and Team Leadership: Oversee and manage a team of Power BI developers and analysts, providing guidance, setting standards, and promoting best practices. Coordinate with cross-functional teams (e.g., data engineering, IT, and business departments) to align Power BI solutions with broader data initiatives. Utilize agile methodologies to manage project workflows, ensuring efficient, iterative development cycles, quick issue resolution, and alignment with evolving business needs.

Qualifications and experience we consider to be essential for the role:

• 5+ years of experience in Power BI development, including data modelling, DAX, and Power Query.
• Strong background in data analysis, SQL, and experience with data warehousing and ETL processes.
• Familiarity with Databricks for data storage, cleansing, and warehousing to support Power BI integration.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale Power BI projects in a corporate or enterprise environment.
• Proficient in DAX, M language (Power Query), and data modelling principles.
• Experience with RLS (Row-Level Security) and deploying Power BI reports across multiple environments.
• Familiarity with agile project management tools and processes to support iterative development.
• Understanding of version control and collaborative development practices (e.g., Git, DevOps).
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities, capable of troubleshooting complex issues within Power BI.
• Strategic thinking skills to balance short-term project needs with long-term data governance goals.
• Experience managing and mentoring a team, with the ability to inspire and guide less experienced team members.
• Ability to delegate effectively and balance individual contributions with team-driven results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong facilitation skills to lead discovery workshops, training sessions, and presentations.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.
• Relevant certifications in Power BI, data analytics, or Databricks are preferred.
• Highly detail-oriented, with a strong commitment to data quality, accuracy, and consistency.
• Flexible and able to adapt to rapidly changing business needs and technologies.
• Familiarity with agile processes to quickly respond to new requirements and optimize development cycles.
• Continuous learning attitude, staying updated on new Power BI features and industry trends.

As part of a leading global analytics and digital solutions company, you can look forward to a competitive salary with a generous bonus, private healthcare, critical illness life assurance at 4 x your annual salary, income protection insurance, and a rewarding pension. EXL provides everyday financial well-being solutions, such as cash back cards, in which you can earn cashback while enjoying discounts, promotions, and offers from top retailers. We also offer a Cycle Scheme where you can save money on bikes and cycling accessories. At EXL, we are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed and excel in their careers. We offer a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities. We also support a range of learning initiatives that allow our employees to build on their existing skills and knowledge. From online courses to seminars and workshops, our employees have the opportunity to enhance their skills and stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EXL is committed to diversity. Our company does not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, or disability status. EXL employees are eligible to purchase stock as part of our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). At EXL, we offer a flexible hybrid working model that allows employees to live a balanced, healthy lifestyle while strengthening our culture of collaboration.