Senior Data Analyst

Overview

In this Senior Data Analyst role, you will drive advanced analytics to support Safran’s global Actuation unit. You’ll build analytical models, validate data, and create dashboards that inform executive and project decisions. You will push towards predictive performance management and AI-enabled decision support, shaping how the business uses data as a strategic asset. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to improve data quality and deliver scalable analytics that enhance delivery confidence and operational excellence. This is a unique opportunity to influence performance at scale within a world-leading aerospace business.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Flexible working options
• Pension with employer contribution
• Onsite amenities

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical models that support executive and operational decision-making
• Validate enterprise data and identify trends, anomalies and performance risks
• Design and maintain executive dashboards, KPIs and performance reporting
• Develop predictive analytics supporting programme delivery, resource planning, cost performance and portfolio management
• Perform scenario analysis and business modelling to support strategic planning and investment decisions
• Collaborate with business functions to translate analytical requirements into practical solutions
• Support data quality improvement by identifying inconsistencies and opportunities to boost confidence in enterprise data
• Ensure analytics are built on trusted information with the Enterprise Data & Information Lead
• Support the development of AI-enabled decision-support capabilities via analytical models and structured datasets
• Promote a data-driven culture through coaching and best practices
• Identify opportunities to automate reporting and replace manual analysis with scalable solutions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by measuring business outcomes and identifying optimization opportunities

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and demonstrable experience analysing complex business data in manufacturing, engineering, aerospace or regulated industries
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Experience developing executive dashboards and performance reporting
• Advanced experience using Power BI, SQL and Microsoft Excel
• Experience interpreting complex data and communicating insights to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong understanding of data visualization principles and business performance measurement
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

• analytical mindset
• curiosity about how organisations operate
• ability to translate data into clear business insight
• Power BI
• SQL
• Microsoft Excel

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