Associate Commercial BI Developer

At 1st Central everything starts with our people.

As one of the UKs leading motor and home insurers we use smart technology data and great service to make insurance fast fair and simple for over 1.4 million customers. Were proud to create an environment where people feel supported trusted and able to grow -whether thats developing new skills taking on fresh challenges or making a real impact every day. If youre looking for a role where you can make a difference wed love to hear from you.

Were seeking an Associate Commercial BI Developer to support the development and roll out of our commercial data estate and BI as we migrate from legacy reporting to a market leading advanced analytics solution. Youll work collaboratively and pro-actively with teams throughout the business to understand and deliver the technical aspect of the organisations commercial data and BI requirements using SQL and Power BI.

Were big on flexible hybrid working. Youll mainly be home-based with occasional visits to our offices in Salford Quays (Manchester) or Haywards Heath (West Sussex) for collaboration. We value time together to keep ideas flowing but flexibility remains key. Prefer being in the office more often That works for us too.

Were looking for someone who has:

• Strong Data Skills: Experience working with SQL is essential exposure to Databricks or similar platforms would be advantageous
• Power BI & Reporting Expertise: Experience using Power BI including Power Query and DAX to build impactful dashboards and reports

• Data Visualisation Storytelling & Insight Creation: Passion for creating and visualising data through compelling visual storytelling that enables users to solve business problems
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Good communication and stakeholder management skills

Whats involved:

• Youll assist in the development of data flows to integrate operational systems and BI tools
• Youll assist in scoping designing building servicing and supporting all new and existing reports / dashboards managed by the team with the goal of providing robust analytical solutions that support the strategic aims of the organisation
• Youll assist in the creation and maintenance of the data artifacts (data catalogue and data dictionary) and system level documentation
• Youll use your experience to solve technically complex problems and assist non-technical colleagues in understanding and building trust with our data
• Youll comply with the requirements and act in accordance with the Group Code of Conduct and Fitness and Propriety policies at all times
• Youll ensure compliance with Company Policies Values and guidelines and other relevant standards/ regulations at all times
• Participate in annual staff appraisal staff development and in-service training activities in line with the Commercial Data Team Competency Framework

Experience & knowledge:

• Intermediate experience using Power BI Power Query and DAX
• Understanding of visual storytelling
• Experience in data modelling and pipeline creation advantageous
• Experience of a commercial / insurance environment advantageous

Skills & Qualifications:

• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Passion for creating and visualising data which allow users to solve business problems
• Ability to influence and support stakeholders and confidently manage expectations in a dynamic environment

Behaviours:

• Youre always collaborating you place team success over personal success and you enjoy working in an open collaborative environment.
• You demonstrate responsible ownership: when you see something not working youll flag it and be part of the solution
• You seek continuous improvement: youre always developing new skills and insights while exploring ways to do things better
• Youre mindful of balance: youre conscious of your own health and that of others. You think carefully about how best to focus your efforts knowing when to push yourself to reach a goal.

Ready to create impactful data stories and work with engaged stakeholders Apply today and be part of something meaningful.

Ready to join us

Were looking for talented people who want to make a real impact for our customers colleagues and business. Apply today and discover where a career at 1st Central could take you.

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