Associate Commercial BI Developer in Haywards Heath

At 1st Central, everything starts with our people. As one of the UK’s leading motor and home insurers, we use smart technology, data and great service to make insurance fast, fair and simple for over 1.4 million customers. We’re proud to create an environment where people feel supported, trusted and able to grow – whether that’s developing new skills, taking on fresh challenges or making a real impact every day.

We’re seeking an Associate Commercial BI Developer to support the development and roll out of our commercial data estate and BI, as we migrate from legacy reporting to a market‑leading advanced analytics solution. You’ll work collaboratively and pro‑actively with teams throughout the business, to understand and deliver the technical aspect of the organisation’s commercial data and BI requirements using SQL and Power BI. We’re big on flexible hybrid working. You’ll mainly be home‑based, with occasional visits to our offices in Salford Quays (Manchester) or Haywards Heath (West Sussex) for collaboration. We value time together to keep ideas flowing, but flexibility remains key.

• Strong Data Skills: Experience working with SQL is essential; exposure to Databricks or similar platforms would be advantageous.
• Power BI & Reporting Expertise: Experience using Power BI, including Power Query and DAX, to build impactful dashboards and reports.
• Data Visualisation, Storytelling & Insight Creation: Passion for creating and visualising data through compelling visual storytelling that enables users to solve business problems.
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Assist in the development of data flows to integrate operational systems and BI tools.
• Assist in scoping, designing, building, servicing, and supporting all new and existing reports/dashboards managed by the team, with the goal of providing robust analytical solutions that support the strategic aims of the organisation.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of the data artifacts (data catalogue and data dictionary) and system‑level documentation.
• Use your experience to solve technically complex problems and assist non‑technical colleagues in understanding and building trust with our data.
• Comply with the requirements, and act in accordance with the Group Code of Conduct and Fitness and Propriety policies at all times.
• Ensure compliance with Company Policies, Values and guidelines and other relevant standards/regulations at all times.
• Participate in annual staff appraisal, staff development and in‑service training activities in line with the Commercial Data Team Competency Framework.

• Intermediate experience using Power BI, Power Query and DAX.
• Understanding of visual storytelling.
• Experience in data modelling and pipeline creation advantageous.
• Experience of a commercial / insurance environment advantageous.

• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Passion for creating and visualising data which allow users to solve business problems.
• Ability to influence and support stakeholders, and confidently manage expectations in a dynamic environment.

• You’re always collaborating, placing team success over personal success, and you enjoy working in an open, collaborative environment.
• You demonstrate responsible ownership: when you see something not working, you flag it and are part of the solution.
• You seek continuous improvement: you’re always developing new skills and insights, while exploring ways to do things better.
• You’re mindful of balance: you’re conscious of your own health and that of others, and you think carefully about how best to focus your efforts, knowing when to push yourself to reach a goal.

Ready to create impactful data stories and work with engaged stakeholders? Apply today and be part of something meaningful. Ready to join us? We’re looking for talented people who want to make a real impact for our customers, colleagues and business. Apply today and discover where a career at 1st Central could take you.