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About The Company
DC Thomson is a renowned media and publishing company based in the UK, with a rich history spanning over a century. Known for its diverse portfolio of well-established brands and products, DC Thomson operates across various sectors including newspapers, magazines, digital media, and family history services. The company is committed to innovation and digital transformation, investing heavily in data-driven initiatives to enhance its offerings and business performance. With a focus on fostering a creative and inclusive environment, DC Thomson aims to deliver engaging content and services that resonate with audiences worldwide.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Data Analyst to join our central Data Science & Analytics Team, based in London, Dundee, or Glasgow. This pivotal role involves working across our well-known brands such as FindMyPast, British Newspaper Archive, and others, supporting our ongoing digital transformation efforts. The successful candidate will provide advanced analytical expertise, standardize best practices, and promote data literacy across various teams including Product, Editorial, Commercial, Marketing, Finance, and Technology. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence strategic decisions, improve operational efficiency, and drive revenue growth through data insights. It also presents a pathway for career advancement into senior individual contributor or line management roles. The role benefits from dedicated days for professional development, including attending industry conferences and events.
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Qualifications
- Proven experience in SQL coding and data querying
- Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Looker
- Experience with data modeling in dbt
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to apply complex techniques for decision support
- Experience in contributing insights to strategic planning and operational improvements
- Ability to coach and develop junior analysts
- Knowledge of enterprise data standards and data architecture
- Desirable: Snowflake data warehouse experience
- Desirable: Python programming skills
Responsibilities
- Provide analytical leadership ensuring outputs meet high standards of accuracy, clarity, and commercial relevance
- Create and deliver insights and models that lead to measurable improvements in revenue, efficiency, and customer experience
- Maintain and evolve KPI frameworks, ensuring consistency and alignment across the organization
- Translate complex data findings into actionable insights, influencing decision-making processes
- Standardize analytical processes and develop the capability of the analytics team to enhance analytical maturity
- Identify opportunities for methodological improvements, tooling, and automation to optimize analytical workflows
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure clarity and mutual understanding of analytical outputs
- Support strategic initiatives through evidence-based analysis and contribute to continuous improvement of analytical practices
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Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Hybrid working model with flexibility to work from home and in-office as required
- Dedicated days for professional development, including attending industry conferences and events
- Opportunities for career progression into senior or managerial roles
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in data analytics
- Participation in innovative projects that impact the company's strategic direction
Equal Opportunity
DC Thomson is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.
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