Senior Data and Insights Analyst
| Posting date: | 26 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £41,328 to £48,621 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 February 2026 |
| Location: | UK |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | The Duke of Edinburgh's Award |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Working closely with teams across the DofE, the Senior Data & Insights Analyst will play a vital role in strengthening how the charity uses data to inform decisions, enhance services for young people, and demonstrate impact to funders and partners.
The role involves developing and maintaining high‑quality Power BI reports and dashboards, building reliable SQL‑based datasets, and supporting colleagues in accessing, interpreting, and applying data from Microsoft Dynamics and other core systems.
You will also contribute to improving data governance and data quality practices across the organisation.
About the role
Build and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports that provide clear, actionable insight.
Work with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and deliver effective solutions.
Produce KPI and performance reports with trend analysis and commentary.
Carry out ad‑hoc analysis to support decision‑making and continuous improvement.
Use SQL to extract and prepare data from Dynamics 365 and other systems.
Support data quality, data governance, and improvements to CRM processes.
Help colleagues interpret data, run basic training, and promote self‑service reporting.
Contribute to data migration, system enhancements, and new reporting layers.
What we are looking for:
We're looking for someone with the following knowledge.
Strong SQL skills and knowledge in preparing datasets for analysis.
Strong understanding in a data or BI role, ideally in the charity, public, education or youth sector.
Proven ability to build Power BI dashboards (or similar tools) including data modelling/DAX.
Knowledge with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar CRM systems.
Advanced Excel skills.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
How to apply and interview dates
If you feel excited by this role and believe you have the necessary skills and experience to become a valued team member, please go to our website and apply.
The deadline for applying for this role is: 8th February - Midnight
1st interviews will take place on: WC 23rd February - to be held virtually via Teams
2nd interviews will take place on: WC 2nd March - To be held virtually via Teams.
If you would like to access the application form in a different format or if you would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us by email recruitment@dofe.org
Benefits
We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, an employee assistance programme, healthcare cash plan and volunteer leave. Also, 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays and an additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and the New Year. Buy additional annual leave, benefits discount website, death in service benefit 4 x salary, incapacity benefit, generous family leave and sick leave.
The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. (e.g. DBS/PVG or similar), including references covering any gaps of employment/education, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.
**The geographical allowance is based on a member of staff having a home or office-based postcode within 30 miles (as the crow flies) from Charing Cross, WC2N 5HS. The allowance is 7% capped at £4,000 per annum.
The role involves developing and maintaining high‑quality Power BI reports and dashboards, building reliable SQL‑based datasets, and supporting colleagues in accessing, interpreting, and applying data from Microsoft Dynamics and other core systems.
You will also contribute to improving data governance and data quality practices across the organisation.
About the role
Build and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports that provide clear, actionable insight.
Work with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and deliver effective solutions.
Produce KPI and performance reports with trend analysis and commentary.
Carry out ad‑hoc analysis to support decision‑making and continuous improvement.
Use SQL to extract and prepare data from Dynamics 365 and other systems.
Support data quality, data governance, and improvements to CRM processes.
Help colleagues interpret data, run basic training, and promote self‑service reporting.
Contribute to data migration, system enhancements, and new reporting layers.
What we are looking for:
We're looking for someone with the following knowledge.
Strong SQL skills and knowledge in preparing datasets for analysis.
Strong understanding in a data or BI role, ideally in the charity, public, education or youth sector.
Proven ability to build Power BI dashboards (or similar tools) including data modelling/DAX.
Knowledge with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar CRM systems.
Advanced Excel skills.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
How to apply and interview dates
If you feel excited by this role and believe you have the necessary skills and experience to become a valued team member, please go to our website and apply.
The deadline for applying for this role is: 8th February - Midnight
1st interviews will take place on: WC 23rd February - to be held virtually via Teams
2nd interviews will take place on: WC 2nd March - To be held virtually via Teams.
If you would like to access the application form in a different format or if you would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us by email recruitment@dofe.org
Benefits
We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, an employee assistance programme, healthcare cash plan and volunteer leave. Also, 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays and an additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and the New Year. Buy additional annual leave, benefits discount website, death in service benefit 4 x salary, incapacity benefit, generous family leave and sick leave.
The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. (e.g. DBS/PVG or similar), including references covering any gaps of employment/education, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.
**The geographical allowance is based on a member of staff having a home or office-based postcode within 30 miles (as the crow flies) from Charing Cross, WC2N 5HS. The allowance is 7% capped at £4,000 per annum.
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