Business Intelligence Developer
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At AQA were committed to advancing education and were committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and its our people who make this happen.
Business Intelligence Developer
Permanent
Manchester: 43500 - 49000
Guildford: 45000 - 51000
Hybrid Working
Ready to own your impact and lead the charge in transforming data into decisions
AQA is calling for aBusiness Intelligence Developerwhos not just fluent in Power BI but who lives and breathes data storytelling stakeholder collaboration and continuous innovation.
This isnt just another reporting gig. Youll be the analytical powerhouse behind AQAs mission to deliver world-class assessments. Youll work across the business from research to operations crafting MI and BI reports that drive performance uncover insights and elevate standards. Youll be part of a dynamic team of Data Analysts and Analytics professionals embedded in a culture that values curiosity creativity and challenge a team who support and guide to really develop your career and skills.
There are loads of company benefits including a fantastic pension (up to 11.5% employer contributions) a 35 hour working week 25 days annual leave with additional office closure in December and bank holidays on top the opportunity to join lots of network groups (LGTBQ neurodiversity disAbility empowering women wellbeing ethnic minority and more) an extensive online learning platform days for volunteering and more. AQA is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyoneregardless of religion ethnicity gender identity or expression age disability sexual orientation or backgroundis valued respected and supported to thrive
Youll:
Lead the evolution of our reporting suitestandardising improving and innovating.
Build relationships with stakeholders and influence how data drives decisions.
Dive deep into AQAs rich data assets to produce tailored high-impact analyses.
Stay ahead of the curve with cutting-edge data visualisation techniques.
Youre not just good with datayoure great with people. You know how to turn complex information into clear compelling stories. You challenge assumptions ask the right questions and deliver insights that spark action. Youre comfortable with ambiguity thrive on autonomy and love solving problems that matter.
What you bring:
Mastery of data visualisation tools (Power BI Tableau QlikView).
Strong experience in querying and manipulating large complex datasets using tools such as SQL and Alteryx.
A sharp analytical mind and a knack for translating business needs into data-driven solutions.
Strong communication skills and the confidence to influence across teams.
A hunger to learn grow and push boundaries.
Upload your most recent CV with a cover letter to explain why you are the best person for the job and lets build something brilliant together.
Interviews will be in the Manchester or Guildford office (whichever is closest to you) in the week beginning 11 August.
Ready to make your mark Apply now and join a team where your insights wont just be seentheyll shape the future.
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Full Job Description
Summary
The role works with stakeholders around the business to provide analytical services such as the development of MI and BI reports that support business performance series delivery and the technical basis of AQAs standards and research functions. The Business Intelligence Developer is responsible for leading the maintenance continuous improvement and standardisation of the current reporting suite whilst also introducing new reports which allow AQA to monitor its end to end processes. The postholder will also work with colleagues across the business to utilise AQAs data assets and relevant technology to support and enhance business performance produce customised analyses for specific business needs and develop wide-ranging reporting on a number of different processes. This will require applying and developing specialist knowledge of appropriate software technologies and data analysis techniques including keeping abreast of developments in data visualisation techniques through formal and informal training and :The role sits within Data Analytics Insights and Reporting a team made up of Data Analysts and Analytics Engineers. The team sits within the Assessment Research & Innovation division and provides analytical support to stakeholders around the business. The role is focused upon the delivery of MI and BI reports and will be responsible for delivering this support to defined teams within the organisation working to build relationships with the relevant teams.
Activities:
Working with colleagues from across the business develop and deliver timely data analyses and insights providing planned and ad hoc analyses in relation to complex and varied business challenges
Provide proactive advice and guidance to colleagues on analytics and data visualisation related issues and the relationship of these to their areas of work
Build effective working relationships with internal colleagues influencing thinking in relation to analytical and data visualisation solutions
Develop and maintain collaborative working practices that feed into organisational objectives. Provide comprehensive and user-friendly data intelligence to users
Contribute to the evaluation and monitoring of the requirements for analytical and data visualisation services within the organisation
Represent the team on AQA groups sharing insights to inform and support AQA decision making where required
Contribute to the ongoing development of the teams data management and quality control practices
Contribute to a motivated and positive team culture focused on service delivery and continuous improvement
Produce accurate and timely returns for industry regulators
Ensure that projects meet business needs flexibly responsively and to agreed time cost and quality criteria
Demonstrate commercial flexibility by undertaking other responsibilities which are of a commensurate level as business needs change
Working individually or with colleagues across Assessment Research & Innovation ensure accuracy and transparency in relation to the data and insights produced
Develop knowledge of approaches to analytics and data visualisation ensuring that all work uses state of the art methods reviewing the impact of approaches taken by similar organisations
Work with colleagues across Assessment Research & Innovation to ensure that our analyses and data visualisations deliver outputs and outcomes that achieve impact targeted to the needs of the business
Ensure AQA is safe and legally compliant by applying AQAs policies and other legislative requirements including but not limited to HSE Equal Opportunities and ISMS
Work with others to achieve the organisation and team vision modelling AQAs values and behaviours contributing expertise and developing self to achieve excellence
Need to know (to be successful in this role you will need to know):
Expert knowledge of data visualisation techniques and software (e.g. Power BI Tableau QlikView) in context of developing operational and management reporting for a variety of stakeholders
Strong interpersonal and communication skills able to build rapport with a diverse range of stakeholders
Highly numerate and a good understanding of quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques and their use in support sound decision making
Ability to understand stakeholder requirements and translate those into actionable tasks
A broad understanding of databases data structures and their interrogation including a willingness to acquire a detailed knowledge and understanding of AQAs databases
Demonstrable experience for the role a degree in an analytical technical or mathematical discipline may be beneficial but is not required
Ability to think analytically to understand and synthesise complex diverse and incomplete information and to present reasoned arguments
Excellent general IT Skills and the aptitude to learn new packages and processes
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Ability and willingness to constructively challenge the thinking of others
Ability to compile and present analyses and insights in a variety of formats and styles
Ability to think creatively and solve complex problems
Ability to assess risk and recommend actions
Ability to understand the structure of data and maintain high-quality data practices
Employment Type
Full-Time
