Lead Data Analyst

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations : Glasgow, Perth, Inverness or Aberdeen

Salary: £69,105 - £81,406 and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

Join the central Transmission Reporting and Analytics team working across a wide range of real business problems, shaping how data is used for reporting, self-service and advanced analytics.

This role focuses on turning complex data from across the organisation into trusted, reusable analytical models and datasets that enable consistent reporting and scalable insight.

You will

• Analyse data from a range of sources, including platform data, operational systems and business managed datasets, shaping it into structured datasets for reporting and analytics use cases
• Design and develop reusable analytical and reporting models that support consistent reporting, self-service and advanced analytics
• Translate business questions into clear data requirements, working closely with product, engineering and architecture teams
• Define and document business logic, data definitions and transformations used within reporting and analytical models
• Improve the usability and consistency of reporting data, following guidance from the Data Architecture team regarding standards for modelling, performance and reuse

You have

• Strong data modelling skills, with the ability to develop reusable reporting and analytical models that are scalable, usable and well structured
• Proven ability to work with complex and sometimes fragmented data sources, including operational systems, spreadsheets and business managed data
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn ambiguous business questions into practical reporting and analytics solutions
• Experience working in an agile environment, taking ownership of problems, working from loosely defined requirements and engaging directly with stakeholders
• Proven ability to work across technical and business teams to define, challenge and deliver practical data solutions

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact David.Brickell@sse.com / 01738 275 846 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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