Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23000 employees operating in over 150 countries Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Data Analyst
Location: Nottingham (Hybrid)
The Role
Were looking for a commercially minded Data Analyst who can turn complex data into clear actionable insight that drives better decisions. This role sits at the intersection of data business performance and stakeholder influence ideal for someone who enjoys solving real problems rather than building models in isolation.
Youll work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business questions analyse data from multiple sources and communicate insights through compelling visualisations and storytelling. While exposure to predictive techniques is valuable this is primarily an insight-led analytics role not a pure data science position.
Key Responsibilities
Data Analysis & Insight
Analyse structured datasets to identify trends risks and opportunities
Translate business questions into analytical approaches and meaningful outputs
Apply statistical and analytical techniques to support operational and strategic decisions
Reporting & Visualisation
Design and maintain dashboards and reports using modern BI tools
Present insights clearly to non-technical stakeholders focusing on so what and impact
Partner with stakeholders to refine metrics KPIs and reporting standards
Data Quality & Governance
Validate clean and reconcile data from multiple sources
Support data integrity through quality checks and documentation
Contribute to the development of consistent definitions metrics and data standards
Business Partnering
Work with teams across finance operations sales and leadership to drive insight
Proactively identify opportunities where data can improve performance or efficiency
Support evidence-based decision making across the organisation
Continuous Improvement
Stay current with analytics best practice tools and techniques
Recommend improvements to reporting automation and analytical processes
Share knowledge and coach others on effective use of data
What Were Looking For
Essential
Proven experience as a Data Analyst or in a similar analytics role
Strong SQL capability and experience working with relational data sources
Experience with BI and visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau Looker)
Solid analytical thinking with the ability to interpret and explain data clearly
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Desirable
Experience using Python or R for analysis or automation
Exposure to forecasting trend analysis or basic predictive techniques
Experience working in a commercial operational or fast-paced environment
Qualifications
Degree in Data Science Statistics Mathematics Computer Science Engineering or a related discipline or equivalent practical experience
Typically 36 years experience in a data analytics or insight role
What Youll Bring
A pragmatic results-driven approach to analytics
Curiosity and healthy scepticism you question the data not just report it
Confidence to challenge assumptions and influence decisions with evidence
A collaborative mindset and genuine interest in helping the business perform better
Why Join Us
Meaningful work where your insights directly influence decisions
A modern analytics environment with scope to shape how data is used
Hybrid working and a Nottingham-based team culture
Clear opportunities to grow into senior or specialist analytics roles
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage conservation and re-use. Our products impact public utilities industrial sectors residential areas and commercial buildings with a commitment to providing smart metering network technologies and advanced analytics for water electric and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
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