Database Administrator

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Database Administrator (DBA) to join and manage our new Data team including a Junior Database Administrator. The role will include taking the lead with data quality and integrity, identifying issues and their causes, resolving data and process issues, and steering data cleansing activities across a diverse workforce.

The ideal candidate will have experience of managing data and databases within the Microsoft ecosystem, including Dynamics, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and Azure Data Warehouse. Additionally, the candidate will be skilled in using SQL and Power BI to create detailed reports and dashboards for tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the installation, configuration, and maintenance of databases within Microsoft Dynamics, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and Azure Data Warehouse.
• Ensure databases are properly structured, maintained, and upgraded as needed.
• Define, implement, and manage seamless data integration across various platforms and applications.
• Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect sensitive data from unauthorised access and breaches.
• Develop and manage backup and recovery plans to safeguard data integrity and availability.
• Diagnose and resolve data and database-related issues promptly to minimise downtime and ensure smooth operations.
• Management and training of junior staff and data teams.
• Oversee data cleansing operations to ensure data is accurate and free from inconsistencies.
• Develop and maintain detailed reports and dashboards using Power BI to track and visualise KPIs.
• Monitor and optimise database performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and storage.
• Monitor and audit data to identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring high data integrity.
• Ensuring that the right data is available to the right people at the right time.
• Assisting teams in analysing data to support business decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality requirements are met and conduct regular data quality assessments to track improvements.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Work closely and collaboratively with IT colleagues, development teams, and other stakeholders in a diverse and inclusive global environment to support data-related needs and projects.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Database Administrator or Data Analyst.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and Azure Data Warehouse.
• High level of skills in Power BI to include Dashboards and Executive reporting.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and database management systems.
• Experience with database performance tuning and optimisation.
• Experience in implementing data security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Experience managing data cleansing exercises.
• Experience managing and mentoring staff.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Ability to work well alone and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion fostering a collaborative environment amongst their team and the wider organisation

What's in it for you?

• Contract: Permanent
• Salary: £50,000 per annum
• Annual leave: 25 days per annum plus UK bank holidays
• Sick pay: Enhanced company scheme subject to terms and conditions
• Life assurance: Company life assurance scheme (4 x annual salary)
• Pension: Generous Pension Scheme (from day 1 of joining)
• Check out the full range of benefits on offer on our careers site

Application Notes:

• A covering letter of ideally one A4 page but no more than two along with your CV is required to complete your application. See cover letter guidance at the end of our advert on our careers site.
• The deadline for applications is 23:59 hours by Sunday 10 November 2024.
• Interviews are scheduled to take place from the week commencing 18 November 2024.
• Due to business requirements, we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible however, we are committed to considering all applications fairly.