Senior Data Analyst

Join Kainos and Shape the Future At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.

We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration. Ready to make your mark. Join us and be part of something bigger. Kainos is recognised as one of the UK’s leading AI and data businesses, with a decade-longtrack recordof delivering impactful, production-grade AI and data solutions for clients across healthcare, government, defence, and commercial sectors. Kainos is at the forefront of AI innovation, trusted by Microsoft, AWS, and others to deliver advanced AI and data solutions at citizen scale.

Our 150-strong AI and Data Practicebringstogether deepexpertisein data analytics, insights, machine learning, generative AI, agenticAIand data.

We are pioneers in responsible AI, having authored the UK government’s AI Cyber Security Code of Practice implementation guide and we partner with leading organisations to ensure AI is deployed ethically, securely and with measurable business value.

Our teams are at thecutting edgeof AI research, and delivery, it is truly an exciting team to join Kainos as we further grow our AI capability. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

RESPONSIBILITIES:

IN THE BUSINESS:As a Senior Data Analyst at Kainos,you’llbe responsible formatchingtheneeds of data insight with understanding of the available data. Data analystsworkcloselywith customers to produce insight products including reports, dashboardsandvisualisationsbut also contribute to project understanding of existing data structuressothatinputs and outputs are fully understood.

It therefore has a strong consulting element. Most of our work comes through repeat business and direct referrals, which comesdowntothe quality of our people.

The success of our DataAnalyticsteams means thatcustomers are bringing usanincreasingnumber of excitingAI anddataprojects usingcutting-edgetechnology to solve real-world problems.

We areseekingmore high calibrepeopletojoin ourAI and Datapracticewhere you will grow and contribute to industry-leading technicalexpertise.

It is a fast-paced environment, so it is important for you to make sound, reasoned decisions.

You will do this whilst learning aboutnew technologiesand approaches, with talented colleagues that will help you to develop and grow.

You will manage, coach, and develop a small number of staff, with a focus on managing employee performance andassistingin their career development.

You will also provide direction and leadership for your team as you solve challenging problems together. MINIMUM(ESSENTIAL)

REQUIREMENTS

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Requirements



and achieve a joint understanding of data and insight needsAble to understand the client’s business challenges and recommenddatavisualisationand dashboard approaches to help address customer needs. Able toidentifymissed opportunities for data insightAble to review and comment on data models– for example pointing out whymodels are defective and suggesting improvementsClear written and verbal communications; able to communicate with a widerangeofpeopleFamiliar with the production of data analysis outputs such as profiling reports,dataqualityreportsand data visualisations. Confident in summarising andpresentingconclusionsfor senior stakeholders, telling the ‘data story’ without using jargonExperience in manipulating or wrangling data for analysisProficient in more than one reporting or data visualisation platformStrong SQL knowledge; able to read and understand XML and JSONAble to produce proposed implementation plans for data analysis work,including estimatedeffort and technical implications of data insight productsStrong leadership, analytical and communication skills with a passion for data-driven decision making and forestablishingbest practiceDESIRABLE:Experienced with structured and unstructured dataExperience ofPowerBIon Fabric,Tableauand Google AnalyticsExperience in combining qualitative and quantitative datasetsExperience of system performance analysisDemonstrable thought leadership – e. g. personal blogs. Embracing our differences At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion.

We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive.

We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are.

We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.

Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.

We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.