Junior Data Analyst

**Role:** Junior Data Analyst **Location:** Birmingham (Hybrid – 3 Days On\-Site Weekly) **Salary:** £33,000 \- £35,500 Network IT are working with a leading organisation to recruit a **Junior Data Analyst** to join a growing Data \& Analytics team. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring data professional who has already gained some practical experience in data analysis and is looking to take the next step in their career. Whether your experience comes from an apprenticeship, graduate programme, placement year, or an entry\-level analyst position, this role offers the opportunity to develop your technical capabilities within a mature and forward\-thinking analytics function. You will work with modern reporting tools and datasets, helping to deliver business\-critical reporting and insights that support strategic decision\-making across the organisation. **Role Overview** As a **Junior Data Analyst** , you will support the delivery of reporting, analytics, and data management services across the organisation. Working alongside experienced analysts and developers, you will help maintain reporting solutions, analyse datasets, support planning activities, and provide insights that enable better business decisions. This role is ideal for someone who has already built a solid foundation of experience in data analysis, reporting, or business intelligence and wants to further develop their technical and analytical skills within a supportive environment. You will gain exposure to enterprise reporting platforms, modern analytics technologies, and large\-scale data initiatives while building your career in Data \& Analytics. **Key Responsibilities** * Support the development and maintenance of reports and dashboards using **Power BI** and **Tableau** * Monitor reporting services, data refreshes, and scheduled data processes * Analyse and interpret data to support business decision\-making and operational reporting * Assist with planning, forecasting, and performance reporting activities * Support users of reporting platforms by resolving queries and providing guidance * Maintain reporting documentation, standards, and data definitions * Help ensure data quality, consistency, and governance standards are maintained * Support stakeholder engagement activities, reporting clinics, and training sessions * Work with senior colleagues to identify opportunities for reporting and process improvements * Contribute to ongoing data and analytics projects across the organisation **Essential Skills \& Experience** * Experience gained through an **apprenticeship, graduate programme, placement year, or entry\-level Data Analyst / Reporting Analyst role** * Exposure to analysing data and producing reports, dashboards, or management information * Experience using **Power BI, Tableau, Excel, or similar reporting and analytics tools** * Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and communicate findings clearly * Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills with excellent attention to detail * Experience working with data from multiple sources and maintaining data accuracy * Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills * Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities * A proactive attitude with a genuine interest in developing a career within Data \& Analytics * Degree, apprenticeship, relevant qualification, or equivalent practical experience in a data, analytical, business, or technical discipline **Desirable Skills \& Experience** * Exposure to **SQL** , **Python** , or other data analysis technologies * Experience working with databases, CRM systems, or enterprise applications * Knowledge of **Power BI** data modelling and visualisation best practices * Experience using project or task management tools such as Jira, Trello, or Microsoft Planner * Understanding of Agile ways of working * Exposure to cloud\-based analytics platforms or modern data environments