Data analyst

The Data Analyst will be responsible for helping Centellic platform with data-driven stories and editorial projects. They will also be developing reports, dahsboards, supporting development projects and undertake. They will be collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand reporting needs, gather insights, and help journalists designing effective visualizations providing data-driven support.

• Help teams improving their understanding of Data, Data analysis and Data visualisations
• Collaborate with reporters, editors, designers and developers to plan and deliver data-driven journalism.
• Analyse large and complex datasets to identify newsworthy patterns, trends and investigations.
• Create charts, maps, dashboards and other visualisations that make data accessible to readers
• Produce regular monthly reporting and develop where necessary.
• Undertake ad hoc analysis as required
• Support development projects where necessary
• Identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improving user experience and website performance.
• Translate data findings into actionable recommendations for business improvement.
• Assist in making data-driven decisions to enhance operational efficiency and drive growth.

• Strong data analysis skills, including proficiency in Excel and data tools such as SQL, R or Python.
• Knowledge of data journalism fundamentals, research and fact-checking abilities.
• Ability to create clear and compelling data visualisations using tools such as Flourish
• Strong news judgement, with the ability to identify meaningful stories and trends within complex datasets.
• Proven experience as a Data Analyst or in a similar analytical role.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI, Flourish , or others.
• Experience in querying, extracting, and transforming datasets and leveraging data from various sources.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and modeling techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to convey complex findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Eye care
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A day off for your birthday
• Pension (4% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution)
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• £350 annual wellbeing allowance to contribute to gym memberships or fitness classes
• Puregym access
• Perks at work platform access
• Private healthcare
• Company socials
• Access to Employee Affinity Networks
• Mentoring scheme
• Volunteering Day
• Mortgage Advice
• Work from anywhere (2 weeks)
• Generous parental leave