Business Intelligence Analyst


Location
London
Hours
Full Time
Salary
£47,403 to £52,640 per annum inclusive of London Weighting
Contract Length
Fixed Term - 18 months
About the Role
The University of East London (UEL), founded in 1898, is committed to advancing industry 5.0 careers-first education and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and green future. The Business Intelligence Directorate within IT Services works collaboratively across the University to enhance decision-making, institutional performance, and the student experience.
We are seeking an experienced Business Intelligence Analyst to support the transition from the legacy Student Records System (SRS) to the new SRS. This hands-on analytical role focuses on understanding existing reporting structures, rebuilding reports, and ensuring institutional data accuracy and consistency throughout the transition.
Key responsibilities include:
- Analyse complex datasets and understand existing reporting definitions, calculations, and business logic
- Explore, join, and transform data from legacy and new SRS environments
- Redevelop reports, dashboards, and analytical models using Power BI, SQL, and other appropriate tools
- Reconcile reporting outputs across systems, investigate discrepancies, and validate results
- Document data mappings, transformations, and reporting logic
- Collaborate with technical teams and business stakeholders to maintain reporting continuity
Experience
- Hands-on experience using Power BI, SQL, or comparable analytical tools
- Strong understanding of relational databases, data modelling, and data transformation
- Experience investigating data quality issues and reconciling reporting outputs
- Ability to understand existing business logic and reproduce accurate reporting results
About you
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to work independently with complex or unfamiliar datasets
- Clear communication skills for working with both technical and non-technical colleagues
- A structured, methodical approach to problem-solving and documentation
- Forward-thinking, innovative, and curious mindset aligned with UEL’s values of diversity and inclusion
Qualifications
No specific qualifications are stated; however, relevant experience and skills in business intelligence and data analysis are essential.


