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Business Intelligence & Visualisation Lead

Contract: 12-month maternity cover

Location: London / Hybrid Working - 1/2x a month in office

Salary: Up to £60,000 + benefits

I'm currently representing a leading UK organisation that is looking for a Business Intelligence & Visualisation Lead to join its Data & Analytics function on a 12-month maternity cover contract.

This is a hands-on BI role where you'll take ownership of the organisation's reporting and visualisation capability, working closely with senior stakeholders to deliver accurate, user-friendly insights that support business decision-making.

The Role

You'll be responsible for:

• Designing, developing and maintaining Power BI dashboards and reports
• Building and supporting self-service analytics capabilities
• Writing strong DAX and SQL to develop reporting, views and semantic layers
• Working with Azure Databricks to support BI and reporting workloads
• Maintaining and stabilising existing analytical assets
• Ensuring data quality, accuracy and consistency across reporting
• Working within an Agile / sprint-based environment, managing your own workload against a prioritised roadmap
• Working closely with Business Analysts and stakeholders to translate requirements into effective reporting solutions
• Presenting insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Supporting data governance, GDPR compliance and documentation standards
• Exploring opportunities to embed AI-assisted analytics into reporting workflows

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong professional experience within BI, data analytics or reporting
• Hands-on Power BI development experience
• Strong SQL skills
• Experience working with Azure Databricks
• Experience building views and/or semantic layers to support BI reporting
• Experience translating business requirements into clear reporting solutions
• Experience working in an Agile / sprint-based delivery environment
• Understanding of data governance, data quality and GDPR
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of BI delivery

Desirable

• Experience with Microsoft Fabric
• An interest in using AI tools such as Power BI Copilot or Databricks Genie
• Python experience within Databricks
• Experience using Jira
• Public sector, tourism or destination marketing experience

if you are interested in the role, please apply. To follow up please message me on LinkedIn.Full job description

Our key client is seeking an experienced, client-facing Power BI Technical Architect to shape, lead and assure the design and delivery of enterprise-grade business intelligence, reporting and analytics solutions across the BMfS programme.

Please note - SC clearance is required (minimum BPSS to start; the candidate must be eligible to apply for SC)

Travel: Hybrid role, predominantly remote, with some travel to client sites. This is estimated at an average of one day per week to London and/or Bristol/Bath and/or Birmingham with occasional additional travel during specific delivery phases. The team are located across the country, so they meet up either on the client site or at London/Birmingham offices at least 3 times a month.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced, client-facing Power BI Technical Architect to shape, lead and assure the design and delivery of enterprise-grade business intelligence, reporting and analytics solutions across the BMfS programme.

Our client is the client's prime Digital Delivery Partner, delivering digital products and data services within a wider business and digital transformation programme.You will define the technical architecture for Power BI and associated Microsoft data-platform services, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, preformant and supportable. You will provide hands-on technical leadership across data modelling, semantic models, reporting, governance and deployment, working closely with product, data engineering, security, DevSecOps and delivery teams.This role requires strong experience of Microsoft Power BI, Azure data services and modern data-platform patterns, alongside the ability to translate business and user needs into practical, governed analytics solutions.

Key Responsibilities - full job spec will be provided on discussion.

Architecture Leadership & Strategy

Power BI & Data Platform Delivery

Governance, Security & Compliance

Delivery Assurance & Collaboration

Stakeholder Engagement & Capability Development

Key Skills and ExperienceEssential

• Proven experience as a Power BI Technical Architect, Solution Architect or senior Power BI technical lead in complex enterprise environments.
• Experience integrating Power BI with Azure and enterprise data platforms, such as Azure SQL, Azure Data Lake, Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse Analytics or equivalent.
• Deep hands-on expertise in Power BI, including semantic models/datasets, DAX, Power Query, dataflows, workspace/app design, deployment pipelines and administration.
• Strong experience designing dimensional data models, reusable reporting layers and performant analytical solutions.
• Strong understanding of Power BI governance, security and administration, including row-level security, tenant/workspace controls, data classification and audit requirements.
• Experience implementing CI/CD and source-control practices for Power BI and data-platform assets.
• Knowledge of data quality, metadata, lineage and data-governance principles.
• Experience delivering in Agile environments and using tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Demonstrated ability to work across cross-functional and distributed teams.
• Strong facilitation, communication, stakeholder-management and influencing skills.
• Experience delivering within the UK Government Digital Service lifecycle or another public-sector engagement.

Highly Desirable

• Experience delivering data and analytics services for Gov or within a secure government environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure DevOps, Azure Data Factory, Databricks, SQL Server and data-lakehouse patterns.
• Knowledge of secure-by-design, JSP453, DevSecOps and Infrastructure as Code practices.
• TOGAF, Azure Solutions Architect, Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst or other relevant architecture/data certifications.
• Knowledge of, and familiarity with, stages across the Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Experience of producing High-Level Designs from requirements.
• Experience of Oracle Cloud Environment (OCE)

• Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

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Lead Data Engineer – DatabricksUp to £75,000 | Permanent | Huddersfield | 4 days onsiteWant to build the data platform rather than just maintain one?This is an opportunity for a hands-on Lead Data Engineer to play a key role in a major data transformation – moving a complex, multi-site UK organisation away from fragmented legacy data and manual processes towards a modern Databricks environment.There’s plenty to build, plenty to improve and a genuine opportunity to influence how Data Engineering is done.We’re looking for someone who loves Data Engineering, can lead from the front technically and wants to take ownership of a small engineering team while remaining close to the code.The roleAs Lead Data Engineer, you’ll take day-to-day ownership of engineering delivery across the Databricks platform, working closely with the Head of Data Engineering and leading a small team of Data Engineers.You’ll be joining at an important point in the organisation’s transformation. Databricks is becoming the strategic data platform, with a significant programme underway to create better engineered pipelines, trusted data models and reusable data products.This is not a hands-off management role.You’ll remain technically involved – designing solutions, building pipelines and solving engineering problems – while providing the direction, standards and leadership the wider team needs.Over time, you’ll become a key internal technical authority for Databricks, working closely with Data Architecture and senior data leadership to shape how the platform evolves and what gets built next.What you’ll be doing

• Leading Data Engineering delivery across Databricks
• Remaining hands-on with engineering, development and problem-solving
• Designing and building scalable, reliable data pipelines
• Helping establish effective bronze, silver and gold data layers
• Developing curated, trusted and reusable datasets
• Improving data quality, structure and provenance
• Supporting the development of enterprise data models and single sources of truth
• Leading, mentoring and developing a small team of Data Engineers
• Prioritising and allocating engineering work across multiple projects
• Establishing strong engineering standards and ways of working
• Working closely with Data Architecture, Analytics and wider technology teams
• Acting as a technical sounding board to the Head of Data Engineering
• Helping reduce manual data processes through better engineering and automation
• Building internal Databricks knowledge and capability
• Deputising for senior Data Engineering leadership when required

The environmentThis is a large, complex and highly distributed organisation with a substantial data estate spanning multiple business areas, locations, systems and data sources.There is a significant roadmap of transformation ahead, with opportunities to improve how operational, customer, commercial and product data is brought together and used across the organisation.A major focus is reducing fragmented and manual ways of working and creating properly engineered, trusted data that can support everything from day-to-day decision-making through to advanced analytics, automation and future AI initiatives.You’ll be joining while that environment is being built – not once all the interesting decisions have already been made.What we’re looking forWe’re looking for a Data Engineer first and a leader second – someone who has progressed into technical leadership but still genuinely enjoys building.You’ll ideally bring:

• Strong commercial Data Engineering experience
• Hands-on Databricks expertise
• Excellent SQL skills
• Experience designing and developing production data pipelines
• Strong understanding of modern data-platform architecture
• Experience working within complex enterprise data environments
• Previous team leadership or line-management experience
• The credibility to lead and develop experienced Data Engineers
• Strong stakeholder-management and communication skills
• The confidence to challenge, prioritise and make decisions
• A proactive, pragmatic and delivery-focused approach

Python would be useful but isn’t essential.More important is a genuine passion for Data Engineering – making data flow better, removing unnecessary manual processes and building platforms that other teams can confidently use.Why this one?Because you’re not walking into a finished environment and being asked to maintain it.You’ll join while the organisation is actively transforming its data estate, giving you the opportunity to shape the Databricks platform, influence engineering standards, develop the team and see the impact of what you build across a large UK organisation.If you’re a hands-on Lead Data Engineer looking for more ownership, influence and the opportunity to help build something properly, we’d like to hear from you. Huddersfield – 4 days onsite

Up to £75,000

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Business Intelligence Lead - 12 month FTC

up to £60,000

Predominantly remote - 1x day per quarter in Birmingham or London office

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a high-impact BI and reporting capability within a data-led organisation. You will combine hands-on Power BI development with stakeholder engagement, helping teams access reliable insight while supporting an evolving modern data environment.

The Company

They are an established organisation using data and analytics to inform strategic and operational decision-making. Their Data & Analytics function is developing its reporting and self-service capability using modern Microsoft and Azure technologies. You will join a collaborative environment where data quality, accessible insight and continuous improvement are central to the team's work.

The Role

As Business Intelligence and Visualisation Lead, you will:

• Design, develop and maintain dashboards and reporting solutions in Power BI.
• Build self-service analytics capabilities that enable stakeholders to interrogate data independently.
• Use SQL and DAX to develop robust reporting solutions, views and semantic layers.
• Work with Azure Databricks and Microsoft Fabric across the BI environment.
• Maintain and improve existing analytical assets while ensuring reporting continuity.
• Translate stakeholder requirements into clear, accurate and accessible reporting solutions.
• Ensure reporting meets data quality, governance and GDPR requirements.
• Work within Agile delivery practices, contributing to sprint planning and managing priorities through a structured backlog.
• Maintain clear technical documentation and proactively communicate delivery risks and blockers.

Your Skills & Experience

You will bring:

• Strong commercial experience across business intelligence, analytics or reporting.
• Hands-on Power BI dashboard and report development expertise.
• Strong SQL skills covering querying, transformation and reporting layers.
• Experience using Azure Databricks to support BI and reporting workloads.
• Strong DAX skills and an understanding of semantic data models.
• Experience translating business requirements into intuitive reporting solutions.
• Experience working in Agile or sprint-based delivery environments.
• Understanding of data governance, data quality, access control and GDPR.
• Strong stakeholder communication skills, including presenting data and insight to non-technical audiences.
• An organised approach with the ability to manage priorities and take ownership of BI delivery.

Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure DevOps, Jira, Python or AI-assisted analytics tools would be advantageous.

What They Offer

• Salary up to £60,000, depending on experience.
• 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract.
• Hybrid working, with Birmingham as the primary office location.
• Exposure to Power BI, Microsoft Fabric and Azure Databricks.
• The opportunity to own a key BI capability and make a visible impact across the organisation.

How to Apply

Apply now to be considered for this Business Intelligence and Visualisation Lead opportunity in Birmingham.

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Business Intelligence & Visualisation Lead

Contract: 12-month maternity cover

Location: London / Hybrid Working - 1/2x a month in office

Salary: Up to £60,000 + benefits

I'm currently representing a leading UK organisation that is looking for a Business Intelligence & Visualisation Lead to join its Data & Analytics function on a 12-month maternity cover contract.

This is a hands-on BI role where you'll take ownership of the organisation's reporting and visualisation capability, working closely with senior stakeholders to deliver accurate, user-friendly insights that support business decision-making.

The Role

You'll be responsible for:

• Designing, developing and maintaining Power BI dashboards and reports
• Building and supporting self-service analytics capabilities
• Writing strong DAX and SQL to develop reporting, views and semantic layers
• Working with Azure Databricks to support BI and reporting workloads
• Maintaining and stabilising existing analytical assets
• Ensuring data quality, accuracy and consistency across reporting
• Working within an Agile / sprint-based environment, managing your own workload against a prioritised roadmap
• Working closely with Business Analysts and stakeholders to translate requirements into effective reporting solutions
• Presenting insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Supporting data governance, GDPR compliance and documentation standards
• Exploring opportunities to embed AI-assisted analytics into reporting workflows

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong professional experience within BI, data analytics or reporting
• Hands-on Power BI development experience
• Strong SQL skills
• Experience working with Azure Databricks
• Experience building views and/or semantic layers to support BI reporting
• Experience translating business requirements into clear reporting solutions
• Experience working in an Agile / sprint-based delivery environment
• Understanding of data governance, data quality and GDPR
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of BI delivery

Desirable

• Experience with Microsoft Fabric
• An interest in using AI tools such as Power BI Copilot or Databricks Genie
• Python experience within Databricks
• Experience using Jira
• Public sector, tourism or destination marketing experience

if you are interested in the role, please apply. To follow up please message me on LinkedIn.Full job description

Our key client is seeking an experienced, client-facing Power BI Technical Architect to shape, lead and assure the design and delivery of enterprise-grade business intelligence, reporting and analytics solutions across the BMfS programme.

Please note - SC clearance is required (minimum BPSS to start; the candidate must be eligible to apply for SC)

Travel: Hybrid role, predominantly remote, with some travel to client sites. This is estimated at an average of one day per week to London and/or Bristol/Bath and/or Birmingham with occasional additional travel during specific delivery phases. The team are located across the country, so they meet up either on the client site or at London/Birmingham offices at least 3 times a month.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced, client-facing Power BI Technical Architect to shape, lead and assure the design and delivery of enterprise-grade business intelligence, reporting and analytics solutions across the BMfS programme.

Our client is the client's prime Digital Delivery Partner, delivering digital products and data services within a wider business and digital transformation programme.You will define the technical architecture for Power BI and associated Microsoft data-platform services, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, preformant and supportable. You will provide hands-on technical leadership across data modelling, semantic models, reporting, governance and deployment, working closely with product, data engineering, security, DevSecOps and delivery teams.This role requires strong experience of Microsoft Power BI, Azure data services and modern data-platform patterns, alongside the ability to translate business and user needs into practical, governed analytics solutions.

Key Responsibilities - full job spec will be provided on discussion.

Architecture Leadership & Strategy

Power BI & Data Platform Delivery

Governance, Security & Compliance

Delivery Assurance & Collaboration

Stakeholder Engagement & Capability Development

Key Skills and ExperienceEssential

• Proven experience as a Power BI Technical Architect, Solution Architect or senior Power BI technical lead in complex enterprise environments.
• Experience integrating Power BI with Azure and enterprise data platforms, such as Azure SQL, Azure Data Lake, Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse Analytics or equivalent.
• Deep hands-on expertise in Power BI, including semantic models/datasets, DAX, Power Query, dataflows, workspace/app design, deployment pipelines and administration.
• Strong experience designing dimensional data models, reusable reporting layers and performant analytical solutions.
• Strong understanding of Power BI governance, security and administration, including row-level security, tenant/workspace controls, data classification and audit requirements.
• Experience implementing CI/CD and source-control practices for Power BI and data-platform assets.
• Knowledge of data quality, metadata, lineage and data-governance principles.
• Experience delivering in Agile environments and using tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Demonstrated ability to work across cross-functional and distributed teams.
• Strong facilitation, communication, stakeholder-management and influencing skills.
• Experience delivering within the UK Government Digital Service lifecycle or another public-sector engagement.

Highly Desirable

• Experience delivering data and analytics services for Gov or within a secure government environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure DevOps, Azure Data Factory, Databricks, SQL Server and data-lakehouse patterns.
• Knowledge of secure-by-design, JSP453, DevSecOps and Infrastructure as Code practices.
• TOGAF, Azure Solutions Architect, Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst or other relevant architecture/data certifications.
• Knowledge of, and familiarity with, stages across the Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Experience of producing High-Level Designs from requirements.
• Experience of Oracle Cloud Environment (OCE)

• Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk