Senior Data Analyst, Report Developer

Scottish Development International

. Design, develop and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeGlasgow • United KingdomSenior💰 £49,401 - £59,152 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Power BI development and data analysis, with a strong focus on translating business requirements into effective visualizations and reporting products. Proven ability to lead workshops, manage data analysis projects, and ensure data quality and governance.

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Power BI DevelopmentData AnalysisData GovernanceLeadershipMaking Effective Decisions

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Hard Skills

Data ModellingData PreparationData VisualisationData MappingData PipeliningComplex Data AnalysisReporting StandardsData Quality ManagementPower BI ServiceEnterprise Data Platforms

Soft Skills

Stakeholder EngagementWorkshop FacilitationCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Power BIPower BI Service

Certifications & Qualifications

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)

Industry Keywords

Data ManagementSemantic InteroperabilityReporting GovernanceUser SupportCorporate Data Patterns

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards
Lead end-to-end development of Power BI reporting solutions from requirements gathering through publication and support in Power BI Service
Work with stakeholders and colleagues to understand reporting requirements
Translate business requirements into effective, user-focused visualisations and reporting products
Develop data visualisation standards and promote reporting governance and best practice
Carry out complex data analysis and synthesis using varied methods and tools
Produce written and verbal analysis, including reports, dashboards, presentations and briefings
Run meetings and workshops with technical and non-technical colleagues
Assure and peer review colleagues’ data analysis and synthesis outputs
Investigate and resolve data and reporting issues and validate reporting outputs
Define and use data management and governance mechanisms and tooling
Perform data mapping and pipelining for data integration exercises
Contribute to corporate data patterns and standards
Ensure metadata standards support semantic interoperability
Apply data quality management methodology
Manage data analysis projects and exchange relevant knowledge with others
Support managed self-service reporting and provide guidance, documentation and user support

Requirements

What you’ll need

Solid experience manipulating, linking and preparing data for data analysis, reporting and visualisation, including data modelling and Power BI
Experience leading workshops with technical and non-technical staff
Experience identifying information and reporting requirements and/or presenting technical output
Power BI development experience, including Power BI Service
Experience with complex data and enterprise data platforms
Making Effective Decisions (Level 3)
Leadership (Level 3)
Technical skills aligned to Senior Data Analyst within the Government Digital and Data Profession
Ability to provide a CV and supporting statement of no more than 750 words
Successful candidates must complete the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)
Right to work in the UK or eligibility for applicable UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive and inclusive working environment
Flexible working options
Hybrid working style
35-hour standard working week
Reasonable adjustments during recruitment and employment
Potential visa sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker route
Employee benefits package (details referenced in the posting)