At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.
We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.
Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.
Kainos is recognised as one of the UK’s leading AI and data businesses, with a decade-long track record of delivering impactful, production-grade AI and data solutions for clients across healthcare, government, defence, and commercial sectors. Kainos is at the forefront of AI innovation, trusted by Microsoft, AWS, and others to deliver advanced AI and data solutions at citizen scale.
Our 150-strong AI and Data Practice brings together deep expertise in data analytics, insights, machine learning, generative AI, agentic AI and data. We are pioneers in responsible AI, having authored the UK government’s AI Cyber Security Code of Practice implementation guide and we partner with leading organisations to ensure AI is deployed ethically, securely and with measurable business value. Our teams are at the cutting edge of AI research, and delivery, it is truly an exciting team to join Kainos as we further grow our AI capability.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS:
As a Senior Data Analyst at Kainos, you’ll be responsible for matching the needs of data insight with understanding of the available data. Data analysts work closely with customers to produce insight products including reports, dashboards and visualisations but also contribute to project understanding of existing data structures so that inputs and outputs are fully understood. It therefore has a strong consulting element. Most of our work comes through repeat business and direct referrals, which comes down to the quality of our people.
The success of our Data Analytics teams means that customers are bringing us an increasing number of exciting AI and data projects using cutting-edge technology to solve real-world problems. We are seeking more high calibre people to join our AI and Data practice where you will grow and contribute to industry-
leading technical expertise.
It is a fast-paced environment, so it is important for you to make sound, reasoned decisions. You will do this whilst learning about new technologies and approaches, with talented colleagues that will help you to develop and grow. You will manage, coach, and develop a small number of staff, with a focus on managing employee performance and assisting in their career development. You will also provide direction and leadership for your team as you solve challenging problems together.
MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS:
Facilitating workshops and discussions to effectively gather requirements and achieve a joint understanding of data and insight needs
Able to understand the client’s business challenges and recommend data visualisation and dashboard approaches to help address customer needs. Able to identify missed opportunities for data insight
Able to review and comment on data models– for example pointing out why models are defective and suggesting improvements
Clear written and verbal communications; able to communicate with a wide range of people
Familiar with the production of data analysis outputs such as profiling reports, data quality reports and data visualisations. Confident in summarising and presenting conclusions for senior stakeholders, telling the ‘data story’ without using jargon
Experience in manipulating or wrangling data for analysis
Proficient in more than one reporting or data visualisation platform
Strong SQL knowledge; able to read and understand XML and JSON
Able to produce proposed implementation plans for data analysis work, including estimated effort and technical implications of data insight products
Strong leadership, analytical and communication skills with a passion for data- driven decision making and for establishing best practice
DESIRABLE:
Experienced with structured and unstructured data
Experience of PowerBI on Fabric, Tableau and Google Analytics
Experience in combining qualitative and quantitative datasets
Experience of system performance analysis
Demonstrable thought leadership – e.g. personal blogs.
At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.
Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.
We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.
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4-6 Upper Crescent, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT7 1NT
