Business Intelligence Analyst

Hastings Direct

. Deliver accurate, timely and insightful analysis, reports and dashboards supporting underwriting decisions across portfolio performance, profitability, risk and customer outcomes .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in delivering insightful analysis and reporting using SQL and Power BI, with a strong focus on data quality and business KPIs. Capable of translating complex findings into actionable insights while collaborating effectively with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

SQL ProficiencyPower BI Dashboard DevelopmentAnalytical Problem-SolvingData VisualizationKPI Monitoring

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

SQLData AnalysisReportingBusiness IntelligenceData ReconciliationAnalytical CodingAutomationData Quality ImprovementTrend IdentificationStatistical Analysis

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCollaborationJudgmentIndependenceStorytelling

Tools & Technologies

Power BIAI ToolsData Visualization ToolsAnalytical Software

Industry Keywords

Underwriting DecisionsPortfolio PerformanceProfitabilityRisk ManagementCustomer Outcomes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver accurate, timely and insightful analysis, reports and dashboards supporting underwriting decisions across portfolio performance, profitability, risk and customer outcomes
Monitor KPIs and profit drivers, identifying trends, risks, opportunities and emerging focus areas
Investigate drivers behind results and translate findings into actionable insight
Develop, maintain and improve Power BI dashboards and recurring reporting
Rationalise and automate reporting outputs where appropriate
Write well-structured SQL and analytical code with clear documentation, reproducible logic and validation
Reconcile data sources and investigate discrepancies
Define requirements with stakeholders and translate business questions into analytical solutions
Present complex information using data visualisation and storytelling
Use AI and automation responsibly with appropriate review and validation
Contribute to improvements in data quality, reporting processes, analytical methods and team standards
Own tasks and deliverables autonomously while aligning with team and departmental objectives
Collaborate with analysts, data engineers, BI specialists and business stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience delivering analysis, management information, reporting or business intelligence outputs
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience writing SQL and working with structured data
Experience using a BI or data visualisation tool, preferably Power BI
Ability to plan and structure analysis, validate outputs and deliver reliable work independently
Understanding of business KPIs and links between analytical measures and commercial or customer outcomes
Clear written and verbal communication skills, including explaining complex findings to non-technical audiences
Good judgement about when to work independently, collaborate or escalate risks and uncertainties
Interest in using AI responsibly to improve analytical delivery
Must not require sponsorship; sponsorship is unavailable now or in the future
Successful candidates undergo credit and criminal record checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible hybrid working approach
Annual 4Cs performance bonus
Life assurance cover of 4x salary
Income protection at no extra cost
Matched pension contributions up to 10%
Discounts and cashback
Free independent mortgage advice
Free access to financial wellbeing support
Thrive mental health app
24/7 colleague assistance programme
In-house mental health first aiders
Support groups and dedicated mental wellbeing team
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Option to buy or sell one week of annual leave
Health care cash back plans
Dental plans
Discounted health assessments
Cycle to work scheme
Tech schemes
Discounted and free onsite facilities
Social events throughout the year
Support, training and development