Data Insight Analyst

About us

At National Grid, our commitment to a cleaner, greener energy future is powered by the dedication and ingenuity of our people. Join our team as a Data Insight Analyst and be a part of something bigger where your unique skills and passions can make a real difference. Together, we are superpowered. 

National Grid is hiring a Data Insight Analyst on a permanent basis. The base location can be based from our Bristol or Castle Donnington Office - we offer hybrid working policy

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Lead Data Insight Analyst, the Data Insight Analyst is responsible for analysing and interpreting complex datasets to generate actionable insights that support strategic and operational decision-making across NGED. This role plays a key part in enabling a data-driven culture by delivering high-quality, accessible reporting and analytics solutions.

The Data Insight Analyst will work closely with data engineers, insight analysts, and business stakeholders to develop dashboards, reports, and models that enhance decision-making capabilities. They will ensure best practices in data analytics, visualisation, and governance, while continuously improving analytical methodologies.

In addition to technical expertise, the role requires strong communication skills to translate complex data into clear and impactful insights for non-technical audiences. The successful candidate will contribute to the continuous enhancement of NGED’s business intelligence capabilities and drive the adoption of self-service analytics.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and analytical models to support data-driven decision-making across NGED.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable insights.
• Support the adoption of self-service analytics by enabling business users to access and interpret data effectively.
• Ensure data quality, accuracy, and consistency in reporting by applying rigorous validation and governance practices.
• Optimise the performance and usability of dashboards and reports to enhance user experience.
• Collaborate with data engineers to ensure data pipelines are structured effectively for analytical use.
• Implement best practices in data visualisation and storytelling to communicate insights effectively.
• Use statistical analysis and machine learning techniques where appropriate to uncover patterns and trends.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of NGED’s data and analytics capabilities by evaluating new tools and technologies.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and trends in analytics, business intelligence, and cloud technologies.
• Support Agile delivery principles and contribute to the efficient execution of analytics projects.

About you

• Strong analytical mindset with experience in extracting insights from complex datasets.
• Proficiency in SQL for querying and transforming data.
• Hands-on experience with business intelligence tools such ideally AWS QuickSight however open to candidates with experience in similar tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Understanding of data modelling, ETL processes, and best practices for data visualisation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including data engineers and business stakeholders.
• Experience working with cloud-based data platforms such as AWS Redshift, Snowflake, or BigQuery.
• Knowledge of Python or R for data analysis and statistical modelling is desirable.
• Experience in Agile working environments and familiarity with version control tools such as Git.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What you'll get

A competitive salary between ££50,000 – £65,000 – dependent on capability

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

More Information

The closing date for this vacancy is 16th June. However, we encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible and not to wait until the published closing date. National Grid’s recruitment periods can and may vary. We reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.

We welcome passionate individuals interested in starting a career in IT with strong customer service skills. If you are committed to providing exceptional service, we encourage you to apply.

DE & I statement 

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives and business need. We are committed to building a workforce so we can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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