Senior Data Analyst in Newcastle upon Tyne

We work with some of the UK’s biggest companies and government departments to provide a pragmatic approach to technology, delivering bespoke software solutions and expert advice.

Our clients are increasingly looking to us to help them make the best use of their data.We’relooking for a Senior Data Analyst, combiningsoliddata fundamentalsandsharpanalyticaljudgementwith a business focus. Someoneabledrive data discovery work,work with stakeholders providing or consuming data,and provide clarity and insight for our teams.

Work will include digginginto raw, unfamiliar data,frequentlyat scale and in production, to work out what is there, how it fits together, and where it can andcan'tbe trusted.You’llseparate genuine data issues from quirks of history, size the impact and risk, and give data engineers the clear,evidencedpicture they need to build reliable data models.

This is ahands-on, client-facing role, often workingat the foundational end of the data lifecycle,butyou'llalso be guiding clients in extractingthemost value and impact from their data.You'llwork withlarge datasets,diagnoseanomaliesand work out solutions.You'llbe a trusted point of support for the data scientists and engineersworking with the data, andyou'llwork directly with clients, shaping requirements and presenting findings to their stakeholders while navigating the governance around sensitive, regulated data.

We'retechnology agnostic, andwe'reopen minded when it comes to your existing skillset.

What are we looking for?

• Significant experienceprofiling and investigating large,complexdatasets at scale and in production.
• Experience withtechnologies such as SQL, Spark and Python, andyou'reconfident querying analytical data directly rather than relying on pre-built reporting.
• You'rea problem-solver who works independently, with the judgement todirect your own investigations.
• You can gather and shape requirements through conversations and workshops,informpriorities, and work within the governance and access controls around sensitive data.
• Hands-on datapresentation, analytics and dashboardingskills– both to help understand how data is consumed, and forad hoc presentational work.
• Strong communicationskills and a collaborative approach, comfortable presenting findings to senior client stakeholders, influencing decisions and constructively challenging when the evidence points the other way.
• You embrace the chance to try new things, learn newskillsand grow your experience, and to help others on the team do the same.

What you’ll get in return is:

• 25 days’ annual leave, rising incrementally to 30 days after six years of service.
• Generous family leave policies.
• Access to an employer pension scheme and Group Life Assurance.
• A range of optional benefits such as discounted gym membership and a cycle-to-work scheme.
• A meaningful approach to evaluating your performance and providing feedback on your progress.

At Scott Logic, we value the flexibility of remote working alongside the value gained from spending time with our colleagues and clients. In our offices you’ll find employee-led clubs and events, as well as free games, books, and refreshments.

We have shared values that govern our behaviour toward others and the environment. We are proud to be a B Corp, a global movement of businesses driving for a more inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy.

We are a Disability Confident Employer, certified by HM Government. Being a Disability Confident Employer acknowledges our inclusive recruitment process and workplace practices.

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