Data Analyst

Important InformationExperience: 3–6 yearsJob Mode: Full-timeWork Mode: Hybrid/WFHJob SummaryThe Business Analyst – Data & Reporting will act as a bridge between business teams and technical functions, ensuring that data-driven insights and executive dashboards accurately reflect key business performance. The role involves collaborating with Underwriting, Finance, and Data Engineering teams to gather, document, and validate requirements for Power BI dashboards and reports, supporting strategic decision-making.Responsibilities and DutiesCollaborate with Underwriting, Finance, and Data Engineering teams to gather, document, and validate business requirements for dashboards and reports.Translate business needs into clear reporting and visualization requirements for development in Power BI.Partner with Data Engineers to ensure that data from Databricks is properly structured, cleansed, and optimized for reporting.Develop and maintain process maps, data flow diagrams, and user stories to support reporting solution delivery.Ensure dashboards are designed for executive usability, with focus on accuracy, performance, and storytelling.Support data validation and testing to ensure alignment between technical outputs and business expectations.Facilitate stakeholder workshops to define KPIs and prioritize reporting requirements.Contribute to the development of a data governance framework ensuring consistency and data integrity.Provide ad hoc analysis and insights using Power BI and other analytics tools.Drive adoption of BI solutions through training, documentation, and stakeholder engagement.Qualifications and SkillsBachelor's degree in Business, Data Analytics, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).3–6 years of experience as a Business Analyst in a data, BI, or analyticsStrong expertise in Power BI (data modeling, DAX, visualization, storytelling).Familiarity with Databricks and cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).Understanding of insurance or financial services business processes (Underwriting, Finance).Proven ability to communicate and collaborate with executive stakeholders, simplifying complex data into actionable insights.Experience in requirements gathering, process documentation, and stakeholder facilitation.Experience working in Agile delivery frameworks (Jira/Confluence a plus).Excellent communication and presentation skills in English.Role-specific RequirementsHands-on experience with Power BI dashboard development, including DAX and data model optimization.Understanding of Databricks data structures, query optimization, and data cleansing.Experience translating business KPIs into measurable reporting metrics.Familiarity with data governance and data validationAbility to collaborate across cross-functional teams (Finance, Underwriting, Engineering, Data).TechnologiesPower BIDatabricks, Azure Data Lake, SQLExcel / Power QueryJira, ConfluenceSkillset CompetenciesBusiness Analysis & Requirements Gathering: Proven ability to translate stakeholder needs into clear BI and reporting requirements.Power BI Proficiency: Skilled in DAX, data modeling, and visual storytelling to support executive decision-making.Data Collaboration: Experience working with Data Engineers to ensure accurate, high-quality data pipelines and sources.Governance & Data Quality: Strong understanding of data validation and consistency principles.Stakeholder Management: Adept at facilitating discussions with Finance and Underwriting leaders to prioritize metrics and deliver insights.Analytical & Communication Skills: Ability to synthesize complex data into clear narratives for non-technical audiences.About EncoraEncora is the preferred digital engineering and modernization partner of some of the world's leading enterprises and digital native companies. With over 9,000 experts in 47+ offices and innovation labs worldwide, Encora's technology practices include Product Engineering & Development, Cloud Services, Quality Engineering, DevSecOps, Data & Analytics, Digital Experience, Cybersecurity, and AI & LLM Engineering.At Encora, we hire professionals based solely on their skills and qualifications, and do not discriminate based on age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality.