Business Data Analyst

We’re embarking on an ambitious two-year programme to cultivate an Open Data-driven culture, harnessing mature analytics and data science to embed insightful, data-driven decision making across our organisation. To accelerate this vision, we’re expanding our team and seeking a Business Data Analyst to join our established Data Strategy and Operations team within the Performance and Insights function. 24 Month Fixed Term Contract What You’ll Do As a Business Data Analyst, you will: • Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to gather, analyse, and document data reporting requirements, transitioning manual reports to automated, scalable solutions. • Map data flows to ensure data lineage and integrity, working closely with architects and development teams. • Apply business analysis techniques such as process mapping and gap analysis to identify data-driven opportunities that enhance operational efficiency and strategic outcomes. • Partner with technical teams—including data engineering, architecture, and IT—to deliver high-quality reports, dashboards, and data products. • Communicate complex data insights clearly and compellingly to both technical and non-technical audiences, acting as a trusted advisor. • Contribute to the design of sustainable, scalable data architectures aligned with business and technical standards. • Champion data quality, governance, and compliance principles throughout all projects. What You Bring • Minimum 5 years’ experience in data-related projects, including process design, solution design, and data transformation. • Proven skills in business analysis, data mapping/modelling, and documenting comprehensive data requirements. • Strong knowledge of data governance, data quality, data warehousing, and ETL principles. • Proficiency with SQL and familiarity with scripting languages like Python or R. • Experience with Business Intelligence tools and data visualisation platforms (QlikSense knowledge is a plus). • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to translate complex data concepts into understandable, actionable business insights. • Experience working within Agile project frameworks. • A natural curiosity for data and a passion for continuous learning and improvement. • Water industry data knowledge (Billing, Customer, Asset, Hydraulics, GIS) is advantageous but not essential. Why Join Us? • Be part of a high-impact, forward-thinking programme shaping the future of data within the organisation. • Work in a collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and autonomy. • Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and technical experts to deliver meaningful business impact. • Grow your skills and career in a rapidly evolving data-driven culture. Benefits • Salary £46,000 - £58,000 per annum dependant on experience • Hybrid role, with the expectations of a minimum two days a week in the office in Hatfield • Annual leave from 26 days rising with length of service, and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days. • A ‘Celebration Day’ in addition to public holidays that people can use to celebrate a religious festival or other occasion that is important to them. • A generous 'double match pension scheme' that doubles the contributions you make (company contribution capped at 12%) • We offer a range of family benefits including enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support Leave and up to 5 full or 10 half days of paid Carers Leave. • Menopause policy and Reasonable Adjustment policy to help everyone perform at their best. • Access to our Wellbeing Centre with support for looking after your physical and mental health. • Discounts at a Range of Retail Outlets and on Dental and Medical Insurance through our Tap4Perks scheme. • Up to 4 Affinity days a year to volunteer in the community. • Life Assurance. • Disability Confident Employer