Data Analyst

Data Analyst - £350 per day - Inside IR35 - Hybrid working with 2 days a week on site near Gloucester - 6 Months initial contract. My client, one of the UK's leading producers of zero-carbon electricity, is seeking a skilled and detail-driven Data Analyst to support their analytics, reporting, and compliance functions. This role is ideal for a data professional with experience in cybersecurity, audit, or regulatory environments who is ready to apply their expertise to support business-critical operations and data-driven decision-making. Key Responsibilities Deliver data analysis and reporting to support operational, security, and compliance functions Engage with business and technical stakeholders to gather data requirements and communicate findings Maintain and improve Power BI dashboards that track KPIs, audit performance, and security metrics Monitor and manage queries related to data, performance, and compliance tracking Ensure data accuracy and integrity through thorough validation and quality control Support audit activity through structured reporting and documentation of key evidence Handle sensitive and confidential data in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience in a Data Analyst Strong analytical skills with advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data cleaning) Proficient in Power BI for data visualisation and reporting Demonstrated ability to work with large, complex datasets in a structured and repeatable manner Excellent communication skills with the ability to interpret and explain data to technical and non-technical audiences Highly organised with a methodical approach to work and strong attention to detail Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities Highly Desirable Professional experience supporting cybersecurity, compliance, or audit functions Familiarity with information governance or regulatory reporting in a regulated environment Nice to Have / Preferred Knowledge Awareness or hands-on experience with key security and data standards: ISO27001 (Information Security Management) ISO27017 (Cloud Security) GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) Cyber Essentials Plus Exposure to SQL, Python, or other analytical or scripting tools Familiarity with risk management or ticketing systems used in compliance or security environments