Senior Data Analyst

Inspired is a market leading, technology-enabled provider of energy and sustainability solutions in the UK - supporting businesses to transition to net zero carbon and manage their response to climate change. Established in 2000, we became the first publicly quoted advisor following a successful AIM debut in 2011. We are now the UK’s number one destination for businesses seeking expert insight and advisory services to help them manage their energy costs, reduce their carbon emissions and prove their net zero carbon and ESG strategies to their investors and customers.

We are looking for a Senior Data Analyst to join our successful SystemsLink team. This role is home based with occasional visits to our Kirkham (Lancashire) head office required.

The successful candidate will be able to:

• Build strong, collaborative team relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be an effective communicator.
• Work well under pressure, multi-task and prioritise effectively.
• Approach tasks with a structured, analytical mindset.
• Work independently and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.

Responsibilities include:

• Working in partnership with an Implementation Project Manager to design, develop and operate a SQL-based data ingestion and migration platform used to onboard new clients.
• Supporting the ongoing development of a core data platform that underpins business operations and client delivery.
• Developing and supporting SQL scripts, including performance optimisation, review and enhancement.
• Providing service desk support for data-related issues, ensuring timely investigation and resolution.
• Optionally contributing to API development to support data integrations across systems and clients.

Read and comply with the company’s Health and Safety Policy; taking reasonable care for the Health and Safety of themselves and others; co-operate with managers and other employees in fulfilling our objectives and statutory duties.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

Essential:

• Strong experience working with SQL, including complex queries, optimisation and performance tuning.
• Strong experience working with Excel.
• Proven experience in data ingestion, migration and transformation, ideally within a SaaS or data-driven environment.
• Ability to work closely with project managers, analysts and technical teams to deliver reliable data solutions.
• Experience supporting or developing reporting and dashboards, ideally using Power BI or similar tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to support live operational systems and respond effectively to service desk or support requests.
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable:

• Experience working within the energy sector, utilities, or a regulated industry.
• Experience working with Python.
• Knowledge of API development or data integrations.
• Familiarity with SaaS platforms and multi-client data architectures.
• Understanding of best practices for data governance, reliability and scalability.
• Interest in AI for Data Transformation.

What we offer:

• Training and development opportunities.
• Company pension.
• Life insurance.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity.
• Benefits portal, with a wide range of benefits.
• 4pm finish on Friday.

If you are interested in the role and would like to be considered, please apply now and a member of our In House Recruitment Team will be in touch. Good Luck! If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.