Senior Business Intelligence Analyst

Role: Senior Business Intelligence Analyst

Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA – Office Based

Contract: Full Time / Permanent

Salary: Up to £40,000 Dependent on Experience & Bonus Scheme

Company: EG Group

About the Role

EG Group have an exciting vacancy for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Business Intelligence Analyst to join our BI & Data team at Head Office! The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical capabilities, a deep understanding of business processes, and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

Our department is the central point of data for the business, supporting various functions and not tied to any specific department. The focus is on developing and maintaining Business Intelligence products and platforms, with an emphasis on Power BI, SQL, and Python. The team works Agile assisted by Azure DevOps.

If you are ready for an opportunity where you can showcase your skills and take the next step in your career, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Analysing complex datasets to understand structures, schemas, and extract meaningful insights
• Developing and maintaining business intelligence reports and dashboards
• Collaborating closely with various teams on projects, ensuring accurate definition, and application of business logic
• Constructing and optimising tabular and semantic models. Perform data ingestion and ETL using Python packages and SQL Server processes, including stored procedures, functions, and jobs
• Conducting specific analyses to support decision-making and perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) for data verification and validation
• Guiding junior analysts, fostering best practices in data analysis
• Contributing to the development and enhancement of BI products
• Actively push the team towards innovation and optimisation, ensuring constant progression and continuous improvement

This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a Business Intelligence or Data Analysis role
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python
• Extensive experience in Power BI - DAX, configuration, UI/UX, and report design. Power BI deployments, using XMLA endpoints to automate tasks.
• Proficient in conducting Root Cause Analysis to uncover underlying issues and implement systematic process improvements
• Proven track record in leading projects and presenting findings to key stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and technologies (Desirable)

Benefits & Rewards

• Performance Based Bonus Scheme
• Flexible working hours - (Core hours 10am - 4pm)
• Employee Life Assurance
• EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants
• ASDA Discount Card – 10% off all ASDA stores
• Free Secure Car Parking
• Dress Down Fridays
• Smart Health – 24/7 online GP access and health checks
• Employee Assistance Programme – Including free financial advice
• Learning & Development – access to our Learning Hub
• Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
• Prayer and Ablution Facilities
• Free Eye Test

Who are EG Group?

EG Group is one of the world’s leading independent convenience retailers with an extensive network of sites across international markets in the United Kingdom & Ireland, Continental Europe, Australia and the United States of America.

Our transformational convenience retail business model has been built upon excellent relationships with an extensive portfolio of leading retail brands, and through strategic network acquisitions supported by a program of new-to-industry developments.

Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.