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Lead Data Analyst

Adecco
Rochdale
1 week ago
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Lead Data Analyst

Contract Type: Permanent


Reports to: Business Intelligence Manager


The Role

Are you passionate about data? Do you have a curious mind that seeks to understand what drives outcomes? If you're excited about the challenge of making things better, we want to hear from you! As a Lead Data Analyst, you'll take a hands‑on role in delivering high‑impact analysis and leading a small, skilled team. You'll help our client embrace advanced tools and techniques, including predictive modelling using cloud‑based analytics platforms.


Your insights will have a real impact on our organisation, whether it's forecasting future needs, improving services based on trend data, or supporting business planning with robust evidence.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead analytical projects across the organisation, from strategic forecasting to service reviews.
  • Build and deploy predictive models to anticipate demand, reduce risk, and plan for the future.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to support smarter decisions through data.
  • Support the design and delivery of the broader data strategy and transformation journey.
  • Mentor junior analysts and build a capable internal analytics team, promoting a culture of curiosity and continuous improvement.
  • Assist the Data Governance team in driving high‑quality data standards across the business.

Technical Competencies

  • Strong experience in data analysis and visualisation, particularly using Power BI, Excel, and SQL.
  • Hands‑on knowledge of predictive modelling techniques such as regression analysis, clustering, or forecasting. Familiarity with Python or R is a bonus!\
  • Experience with cloud‑based data environments like Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
  • Confidence in working with large, complex data sets, including data cleansing, transformation, and validation.
  • Understanding of data governance principles around quality, security, and compliance.

Personal Competencies

  • Collaborative approach with the ability to engage positively with colleagues from various backgrounds.
  • Strong communication skills; able to translate technical data into meaningful insights for diverse audiences.
  • A natural problem‑solver with curiosity, creativity, and a keen eye for detail.
  • Proven experience in mentoring or coaching others, with a desire to foster a culture of learning and development.
  • Comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities with a flexible, can‑do attitude.

Qualifications

  • Degree‑level education in a relevant field (e.g., Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Social Sciences, Economics) or equivalent hands‑on experience in a senior data or analytical role.
  • Commitment to professional development and staying current with emerging tools, trends, and best practises in data and analytics.

Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.


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