Lead Salesforce Administrator

Wood Mackenzie is the global leader in analytics insights and proprietary data across the entire energy and natural resources landscape.

For over 50 years our work has guided the decisions of the worlds most influential energy producers utilities companies financial institutions and governments.

Now with the worlds energy system more complex and interconnected than ever before sector-specific views are no longer enough. Thats why weve redefined whats possible with Intelligence Connected.

By fusing our unparalleled proprietary data with the sharpest analytical minds all supercharged by Synoptic AI we deliver a clear interconnected view of the entire value chain. Our trusted team of 2700 experts across 30 countries breaks siloes and connects industries markets and regions across the globe.

This empowers our customers to identify risk sooner spot opportunities faster and recalibrate strategy with confidence whether planning days weeks months or decades ahead.

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• Inclusive we succeed together
• Trusting we choose to trust each other
• Customer committed we put customers at the heart of our decisions
• Future Focused we accelerate change
• Curious we turn knowledge into action

Role Overview
A Lead Salesforce Administrator is responsible for configuring maintaining and optimizing the Salesforce platform to support business processes. They act as the bridge between business users and the Salesforce system ensuring data quality security and usability.

Key Responsibilities
Platform Management

• Configure Salesforce objects fields page layouts record types and validation rules
• Manage user accounts profiles roles permission sets and access controls
• Maintain system security and data integrity
• Automation & Configuration
• Build and manage automation using Flows Approval Processes Apex Validation Rules APIs Dynamic Forms etc
• Create reports and dashboards for business insights
• Customize Salesforce using declarative tools (no/low code)

Data Management

• Import export and clean data using tools like Data Loader
• Perform regular data audits and deduplication
• Manage backups and data recovery processes
• Be familiar with OwnBackup Archiving tools

System Optimization

• Gather requirements from stakeholders and translate them into Salesforce solutions
• Monitor platform usage and recommend improvements
• Stay current with Salesforce releases and new features

Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Salesforce configuration
• Experience with Flows and automation tools
• Reporting and dashboard creation
• Basic understanding of Salesforce data model
• Familiarity with AppExchange apps
• Knowledge of Apex code

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication with technical and non-technical users
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple requests and priorities

Education & Certifications

• Salesforce Certified Administrator
• Platform App Builder and Agentforce certifications are a plus

Typical Tools Used

• Salesforce Setup
• Data Loader
• Salesforce Flow Builder
• Reports & Dashboards
• AppExchange
• Jira
• Copado
• OwnBackUp Archive

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