Job Profile: Senior Data Analyst

Pathway: Data Analysis Pathway

Due to the increasing demand for data analysts, working towards the role of becoming a senior data analyst is a great career choice and one that is well-paid and rewarding.

WHAT DOES A SENIOR DATA ANALYST DO? 

A Senior Data Analyst specialises in collecting and organising data and identifies opportunities and strategies to improve business efficiency. Output is used to monitor performance, inform decision making and solve problems in order to achieve business objectives.

HOW MUCH DOES A SENIOR DATA ANALYST MAKE IN THE UK?

The average salary expectations are: £48,000 - £68,000.

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE DO I NEED FOR A SENIOR DATA ANALYST?

Experience as a data analyst and a passion to further your career in the data analyst field. 

Soft skills required

• Analytical skills

• Attention to detail and organisation skills

• Communication skills

• Research

• Problem solving

• Working in a team

• Experience in entry level data analyst role

Hard skills required

• IBM or similar Data Analyst Professional Certification

CAREER PROGRESSION

If you want to climb the data analysis career ladder, the most common route of progression is:

Senior Data Analyst

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Data Scientist

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