Senior Data & BI Analyst
- London
- £65,000-75,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Hybrid - work in our London office 3x/wkAt Automata, to transform how scientists work by making automation accessible to every lab in the world. We believe that by giving labs the power to automate, we can unlock discoveries that will shape the future of life sciences-from diagnostics and drug discovery to synthetic biology.But we're more than just a company disrupting the industry-we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and creators passionate about empowering scientists. Our platform combines hardware and software to streamline workflows, making lab automation fast, flexible, and affordable. This means our customers can focus on groundbreaking research, while we take care of the rest.Why Work at Automata?
- Impact: Your work will directly contribute to advancements in science and medicine, supporting labs around the globe as they push boundaries in research and innovation.
- Innovation: You'll be part of a team solving complex problems (seriously, no one else has figured out how to do this yet), using cutting-edge technology (we have robots).
- Growth:
(golf on a Thursday, Soccer once a month, movie nights whenever we fancy it).We are seeking a skilled Data&BI Analyst to join our growing 177-person company (120 in the UK, 50 in the US) to drive data-driven decision-making through comprehensive analysis of our internal company operations and performance. This is a pivotal role for someone who is passionate about data analysis and wants a crash course on driving business performance.Key Responsibilities:Data Analysis & ReportingAnalyse core company data across departmentsDesign and build interactive dashboards using BI tools for key business metrics including, but not limited to, company growth metrics, product usage and operational efficiency.Develop self-service analytics capabilities for department managers based on data needs and priorities.Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support strategic business decisionsCreate executive-level reporting for board meetings and investor updatesEnsure data accuracy and consistency across all reporting platformsBe part of building and deciding our BI and data technology stackData Management & InfrastructureWork closely with Data Engineering to implement data governance practices, ensuring data quality and acting as a key data stakeholderDocument data sources, definitions, and methodologiesRequired QualificationsTechnical SkillsBachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or related fieldDemonstrable experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or a related roleProficiency in SQL and querying from a variety of data sources (databases, data warehouses, SaaS reporting applications)Experience with BI tools (ThoughtSpot, Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or similar)Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, and data modellingUnderstanding of statistical concepts and data visualisation principlesOptional: Programming experience in Python or R for data analysisBusiness AcumenAbility to learn core business metrics across departments and ability to translate the requirements into business insights with the support of the leadership teamExperience working with company operational and/or financial dataKnowledge of data governance and compliance requirementsSoft SkillsExcellent communication skills with ability to present complex data insights to non-technical stakeholdersStrong problem-solving and critical thinking abilitiesDetail-oriented with high accuracy standardsAbility to work independently and manage multiple prioritiesCollaborative approach to working with cross-functional teamsPreferred QualificationsExperience in companies of similar size (100-200 employees) and/or being one of the first BI/Data employeesCertifications in relevant BI tools or data analysis platformsExperience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)Knowledge of data warehousing conceptsReporting StructureThis role reports to the Chief of Staff and will work closely with department heads across the organisation.:Healthcare 🩺
Competitive healthcare for you and your family401k 💰
We offer a 401(k) retirement savings planWell-being budget ☀️
Invest in your own well-being, personal growth, and hobbiesHoliday 🏖
30 days + 10 federal holidaysAdditional leave days ☺️
Time off for dependents, 'Me days', birthdays and volunteering days offBirthday trees 🌳
Planting a tree for every employee on their birthday, every yearPaid sick leave 🏥
10 days paid sick leave to stay home and focus on rest and recoveryMental health support 🧠
Access the therapy for you and your family throughCareer progression frameworks 💫
Each department & discipline has a progression frameworkWe are an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Discrimination of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status is strictly prohibited.Department Locations Remote status HybridColleaguesRelated jobsLondoncareersite--jobs--form-overlay#showFormOverlay">Apply for this job jobs--overlay#closeOverlay">Engineering · London · HybridSenior Data & BI AnalystAutomata is transforming the way labs work with open, integrated automation. Our mission is to unlock the potential of labs and the potential of the people who work in them.Loading application formCareer site
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