Senior Data Analyst
Senior Data Analyst
Dublin, Ireland
Shape a future with purpose at Arup.
Turn complex data into clear insights that support better decisions for our clients and communities.
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Our Data Insights & AI team delivers data-driven solutions for internal and external clients across the built environment. Working across sectors including buildings, transport, sustainability, energy and water, the team combines analytics, technology and sector knowledge to help clients make informed decisions and address complex challenges.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Senior Data Analyst to join our Data Insights & AI team as a Power BI specialist. You will work across a varied portfolio of analytics projects, leading assignments from requirements gathering and solution design through to implementation. The role offers the opportunity to influence analytics best practice, collaborate with data engineering, process automation and AI engineering colleagues, and translate complex information into practical business outcomes.
As a Senior Data Analyst at Arup, you will:
Lead multiple analytics projects from discovery and requirements gathering through solution design, implementation and delivery.
Design, develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions for internal and external clients, connecting data insights with clear business outcomes.
Lead stakeholder workshops and engagement activities to understand business challenges, define requirements and translate needs into effective analytics solutions and project scopes.
Advance Power BI best practice within the team, contributing to standards, analytical methods and innovation while collaborating with Data Engineering, Process Automation and AI Engineering colleagues.
Build trusted relationships across technical, business leadership and business development teams, while supporting the development of junior colleagues and contributing to Arup’s learning culture.
Does this role inspire you?
We are looking for someone who enjoys turning complex data into meaningful insight and using analytics to solve real business challenges. We also value:
Significant 5+ years experience designing, developing and operating Power BI solutions, including customer-focused dashboards and dimensional data models for reporting and analytics.
Strong analytical, statistical and technical capability, with hands-on experience using SQL to prepare, clean and transform data, plus proficiency in one or more programming languages and the ability to write structured, maintainable code.
Experience in business analysis, including facilitating stakeholder workshops, gathering requirements and translating business needs into solution designs and project scopes.
The ability to communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, solve implementation challenges and connect analytical insights to business outcomes.
A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or a related field, together with four or more years of relevant industry experience. Experience with AI, machine learning or generative AI, cloud analytics platforms such as Azure, Databricks or Microsoft Fabric, and Power BI certification would be advantageous.
Nice to have: Experience with AI, machine learning and generative AI, cloud analytics platforms including Azure, Databricks and Microsoft Fabric, and relevant professional certifications such as Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certification.
Why Arup?
At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share programme, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Benefits that work for you:
Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programmes and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
Flexible Working: Benefit from a hybrid approach that supports collaboration, connection and flexibility, aligned with team and project needs.
Well-being and Culture: Join a supportive, inclusive environment where individuality is encouraged and people connect across disciplines, offices and cultures.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.
We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please visit our Candidate Support page for contact information and assistance. We're happy to help.
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