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Are you looking to benefit from a new career in Data Analysis?
If you are detail orientated, perceptive, organised, competent, analytical and can communicate well with those around you; you could have a truly rewarding future as a Data Analyst
We do this using our specialised Data Analyst career programme which looks to assist and place qualified candidates into a career pathway in Data Analysis.
Please note this career program is designed for entry level individuals with limited or no experience, so please do not apply if you are already an experience Data Analyst as we will be looking primarily at entry level roles.
Demand for Data Analysts has grown 20% year on year with experienced analysts easily commanding salaries of 50k+. All business decisions rely on data to ensure correct business decisions are made and therefore the role of the data analyst in the new digital world has become essential for business owners.
Below are current average salaries in the sector for lower-level positions and fully trained Data Analysts:
Using our experience in providing data analysis and business analysis training online and through our expert recruitment consultants, we can provide a seamless journey and often fast-tracked route into a new career in Data Analysis.
The courses in the package have been identified by our recruitment partners as industry standards for the UK/European and International Data Analysis sector.
Skills shortages across all sectors are increasing the demand for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers.
Whether you are working full-time, part-time or are unemployed, this job and recruitment package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks. Your job and career goals are completed in 4 easy steps listed below.
Step 1 - CompTIA Data+ Qualification
The first step is completing the CompTIA Data+ Qualification accredited by CompTIA.
This professional international industry-recognised qualification teaches you the essential skills of a Data Analyst. You will cover skills such as data mining, manipulating data, visualising data, and reporting on data.
Study time for the qualification is approximately 30 hours and qualification is achieved by completing a 1-hour multiple choice exam.
The course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools.
You will be provided with access to a tutor and a 1-hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam.
This qualification will set you on a route to becoming a data analyst.
Step 2 - Data Administration Training
Data is extracted using various method which are normally IT driven.
Therefore, we will provide you with access to the following additional courses to ensure you are suitably employable as a data analyst.
Study time for these courses is approximately 30-60 hours and qualification is achieved through completion of the course with no exam.
Step 3 - Business Analysis Foundation
Business Analysts and Data Analysts often work very closely together and indeed many Data Analysts become Business Analysts and vice versa.
Adding a Business Analyst Foundation certificate will make you much more employable and enable you to cross over into business analyst roles and hybrid roles. Business Analysis Foundation accredited by the BCS (The British Computer Society also known as the Chartered Institute of IT).
Study time for this course is approximately 15 hours and qualification is achieved through an online BCS exam.
Step 4 - Recruitment Support
Now you are qualified for an entry level data analyst position our recruitment support team will now begin collaborating with you to help you secure your first a suitable role based on your new qualifications and any other experience you may have.
We have been helping candidates start and build careers in the project management industry since 2007 and have a 4.8 Trustscore on Trustpilot.
Our Recruitment Support team will help you work through job applications, interviews and provide you with a full cv review based around your new qualification and written to maximise your chances of obtaining a role in the project management sector.
They will provide you with guidance as to which roles our most suitable for you as an entry level project sector worker aiming to become a project manager. This will include mock job interviews as well as any help you feel you need.
Our money back guarantee
If after 1 year of passing your formal qualifications, we have been unable to help you secure a role, we will refund your study fees minus the cost of the exams.
However, we are normally able to help candidates find their first role within 6 months of qualifying and for locations based close to major cities this is often reduced to less than 3 months.
Check our testimonials from the hundreds of candidates we have already helped.
What Now?
To accommodate candidates, the training element of the package is available on finance terms of up to 1 year. This enables you to get qualified and start in your new role without having to fund all the training costs up front.
Enquire now and one of our experienced Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer any questions that you may have and to assist you in taking the first step towards your Data Analyst Career aspirations.
I am looking for a remote working Application Security Analyst for an exciting and growing technology focused business based in the UK.
Please also note, although the role is offered as remote, you MUST be based in the UK to be considered for the position.
Working as an Application Security Analyst you will help ensure the security and integrity of our client’s applications and software solutions across both cloud and on-premises environments.
This really is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that is operating at the forefront of innovation in the technology sector.
In this role, you will work closely with software engineering and product development teams to embed secure development practices to their processes, to assess vulnerabilities, and strengthen their application security posture.
The role will involve:
About You
You will have strong technical skills, a passion for security, and the ability to communicate confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
We are looking for someone who has the following experience and knowledgebase: -
About Us
Our client is a nationally recognised business who deliver award-winning software solutions to a wide range of customers in diverse market sectors.
Our client is immensely proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and they celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Collaboration is at the heart of what they do, and they take pride in coming together to achieve remarkable things.
The role comes with a wide-range of benefits to support your well-being and career growth, including:
Please note, to be considered for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term without Company Sponsorship.
Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position.
No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Data Engineer - Python / SQL / Databricks - Healthcare Tech - Hybrid (2 Days Onsite) - £50,000
The Role
We’re working with a healthcare technology company investing in their data capability and hiring a Data Engineer to work directly alongside Product and Engineering.
This is not a “report factory” role - you’ll analyse data, challenge assumptions and influence product direction.
What You’ll Be Doing
Designing and developing scalable data solutions
Python & SQL development
ETL and data transformation
Working with Databricks (certification desirable, not essential)
Power BI reporting
Writing unit tests and mocking
Presenting insights to internal stakeholders
Collaborating closely with Product Owners and Developers
Tech Stack
Python
T-SQL
Databricks
Power BI
ETL pipelines
Zoho Creator/Analytics (desirable, not required)
What They’re Looking For
Strong communicator - confident presenting insights
Curious mindset - challenges assumptions
Experience analysing data, not just visualising it
Comfortable working directly with Product
Unit testing & mocking experience
Proactive and collaborative personality
Location
Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite (1 fixed team day + 1 flexible).
Easy access from M5/A30.
Process
30 min intro
Python & SQL tech test
Technical deep dive
Final 90 min interview
Data Engineer - Python / SQL / Databricks - Healthcare Tech - Hybrid (2 Days Onsite) - 50,000
The Role
We’re working with a healthcare technology company investing in their data capability and hiring a Data Engineer to work directly alongside Product and Engineering.
This is not a “report factory” role - you’ll analyse data, challenge assumptions and influence product direction.
What You’ll Be Doing
Tech Stack
What They’re Looking For
Location
Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite (1 fixed team day + 1 flexible).
Easy access from M5/A30.
Process
About the Role This role is the senior technical authority driving Lightfoot’s strategic evolution towards a scalable, software-first SaaS platform. It holds responsibility for the entire digital ecosystem (Web, Mobile, Cloud), ensuring our technical vision aggressively pursues software-led growth while continuing to improve the hardware solution which remains our core offering. It exists to champion technical excellence and lead the architectural transformation towards unified, platform-agnostic software solutions. This role is pivotal in unlocking high-impact, customer-centric outcomes to support sustained ~20% year-on-year growth. Acting as a key partner to the Technology Director and the Head of Delivery, you will oversee all engineering disciplines, ensuring technical solutions are scalable cloud-native, robust, and secure by design. The successful candidate will lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team, encompassing Frontend, Backend, Mobile, Hardware, DevOps, and QA; Fostering a culture of technical rigour that integrates software agility with the continued evolution of our core device technology. Salary: £75,000-£90,000 depending on experience, plus company bonus, 20% long-term incentive plan and competitive benefits Hybrid: ideally 1-2 days in the office Key Responsibilities Technical Vision & Architecture Strategy Own the technical strategy, architecture roadmap, and technology selection process Act as a recognised expert in SaaS architecture and platform engineering, providing hands-on technical leadership and the ability to directly influence and steer design decisions. Including at code, API, and systems-integration level where required Lead the transition from the current web (PHP/React), mobile (PHP/Native) toward a unified, platform-agnostic system Ensure all new and existing systems are designed for high scalability, security, and low latency, particularly within the telematics and IoT domain Champion innovation by exploring new technologies and modern engineering practices to drive technical maturity and competitive advantage Engineering & Quality Leadership Oversee all software, cloud, and hardware engineering functions, ensuring alignment to best practices (e.g., CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, Automated Testing). Provide strategic leadership to the Hardware function, ensuring the proprietary device, firmware, and embedded software development meet quality standards and integrate seamlessly with the cloud platform. Define, measure, and manage key engineering metrics (e.g., system stability, deployment frequency, mean time to recovery) to drive continuous improvement in engineering velocity and quality. Ensure the implementation of best practices for secure data transmission and storage, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Team Management & Development Provide coaching, career development, and performance management to elevate the capability of the engineering organization and build high-performing teams. Foster a culture of technical rigor, collaboration, accountability, and trust. Work with the Head of Delivery to resource teams efficiently, ensuring clear alignment between technical capacity and the project roadmap. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Governance Act as the primary technical point of contact, ensuring alignment between Engineering, Delivery, Product, and the wider business. Participate in system architecture discussions and Agile development processes to enhance software quality. Ensure risks, issues, and technical dependencies are surfaced early and addressed effectively. What we are looking for Essential Proven leadership experience leading a multidisciplinary technology function encompassing software development (Backend/Cloud) and preferably hardware/firmware exposure. Extensive experience successfully driving large-scale architectural transformation and modernization projects (e.g., monolithic to microservices, legacy stack replacement). Expertise in cloud-native, scalable system design within a high-throughput, low-latency environment, preferably telematics/IoT. Deep understanding of modern web and mobile architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless patterns. Demonstrable ability to set and enforce high standards for code quality, technical documentation, and development practices. Proven experience in leading and mentoring technical managers and managing a large engineering budget. Excellent stakeholder and communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executives. Beneficial Familiarity with the current Lightfoot tech stack (PHP, React, Native Mobile) and experience migrating off similar platforms. Experience with Python and the AWS ecosystem (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, etc.). Familiarity with ISO 9001 or ISO 27001 standards. Familiarity with test-driven design methodologies. Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline. Able to simplify complexity and communicate with clarity. Customer- and value-oriented mindset. Positive, personable, and capable of building strong relationships across the organisation. REF-(Apply online only)
Your new company This company is a well‑respected charity and registered social landlord dedicated to providing high‑quality, affordable homes and supporting thriving communities across South Devon. The organisation now manages over 4,000 homes spanning areas from Dartmoor National Park to the urban centres of Teignbridge, the South Hams, West Devon, Mid Devon, East Devon, and Exeter. As a non‑profit housing provider, they deliver a full range of housing and tenant support services, including property repairs and maintenance, rent management, financial advice, and neighbourhood development initiatives. Its work is focused on raising service standards, adapting to evolving community needs, and helping residents access opportunities that improve their wellbeing and quality of life. The organisation's vision-"Homes people love, a landlord you can trust"-is reflected in its values of being friendly, accessible, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement. The business works closely with tenants, partners, and local stakeholders to build sustainable, inclusive communities. Your new role The purpose of this role is to lead the development and operation of the organisation's data engineering capability, ensuring that data is efficiently extracted from source systems, transformed through robust ETL/ELT processes, and loaded into well‑structured data models that support strategic reporting, analytics, and Business Intelligence. The post‑holder will develop scalable pipelines, improve data quality, enhance data models, and strengthen data governance and standards across the organisation. Through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the application of modern data engineering practices, the role will drive improvements in organisational data maturity and contribute to the successful implementation of the data strategy. To work within the Company's Equality and Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy, Customer Service and Performance Policies ensuring that these are complied with throughout all activities within the scope of this role to ensure the highest standards of customer care. Ensure that all activities undertaken are carried out to the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in accordance with the Company's policies and procedures. Bring your skills, your ideas and your initiative to the role. What you'll need to succeed To thrive in this role as a Data Engineer, you'll bring a strong blend of technical expertise, analytical capability, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality data solutions that support organisational goals. Qualifications & Background You'll have: A relevant degree (or equivalent experience gained through progressively responsible data roles); or a formal professional qualification within Data Engineering. Technical Experience You'll need:Experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar technical data role. Experience designing, building, and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines. Hands‑on experience with orchestration tools such as SSIS, Azure Data Factory, or similar. Practical experience implementing data validation, exception reporting, reconciliation checks, and data quality rules. Strong ability to transform, cleanse, and manipulate datasets using SQL/T‑SQL. Experience producing clear technical documentation, data flows, and specifications. Ability to design and implement dimensional data models (e.g., star schema) including Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCD Type 1/2) for accurate historical reporting. Desirable: Experience in the Social Housing sector. Exposure to BI tools such as Power BI or SSRS. Experience with CI/CD, automated testing, or DataOps practices. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities You should demonstrate: Strong SQL and T‑SQL development skills, including performance optimisation. A solid understanding of relational databases and technologies such as Azure SQL Database. Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills. Awareness of cloud cost optimisation (compute, storage, pipeline efficiency). Understanding of data lifecycle management. Knowledge of RBAC and secure data access management principles. Ability to gather, interpret, and translate stakeholder requirements into technical solutions. Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing tasks. Understanding of data ethics, privacy, confidentiality, and regulatory frameworks such as GDPR. The ability to explain complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders. Willingness to support and upskill colleagues in data engineering concepts. A proactive, self‑motivated approach and a commitment to high‑quality service delivery. Ability to identify gaps in your own knowledge and seek opportunities for professional development. Desirable:Knowledge of Python for data manipulation, profiling, and data quality tasks. Core Competencies Customer Focus: You seek to understand stakeholder needs and ensure outcomes meet expectations. Communication: You keep others informed, build strong relationships, and are approachable and collaborative. Critical Thinking: You challenge existing processes and contribute new ideas to improve outcomes. Flexibility & Adaptability: You adopt practical approaches to deliver results in a changing environment. Leadership & Ownership: You take responsibility for implementing actions that support organisational aims. Teamwork: You work effectively with colleagues to achieve shared objectives. What you'll get in return Hybrid Working Model - 1 day a week in the office. Pension Model - Company 1.5 X your contribution. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. 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I am searching for a Data Engineer for an exciting and growing technology focused business based in Exeter. The role requires you in the office 2-days per week so you will need to live within a commutable distance of Exeter to be considered for the role or you will be in a position to relocate to the area. In this position you will be following agile methodologies for the design, development and acceptance of the data components for complex software solutions. Working closely with the Product Owner you will gain a good understanding of customer requirements and knowledge of implementation processes to help solution scoping. You will be responsible for requirements analysis, specification definition, data analysis and project management, as required, to meet the needs of each solution. You will create production code and perform code reviews with the team - you will be equally comfortable working alone or in pairs (pair programming). I am looking to speak with candidates who use design patterns and adopt best practices, candidates who take responsibility for ensuring high quality coding and development in their work. To be a success in this role you will need to be skilled in a mixture of the following: \* Databricks \* Power BI \* Python \* TSQL \* Extract Transform Load (ETL) \* Analysis and design \* Test Automation \* Refactoring \* Unit Testing (Mocking) \* Agile \* Scrum Any experience working with PowerShell, Azure, AWS, Data Lakes or Zoho is highly desirable but is NOT essential. Experience of using AI environments to enhance productivity and efficiency through intelligent task management is also desirable (i.e. Copilot and ChatGPT). I am looking to speak with good communicators who like to work collaboratively within a diverse range of technical experts - this is a highly effective technology team. The role comes with a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package which includes an enhanced pension, medical and healthcare, a bonus, good holiday allowance and much, much more! Please note, to be considered for this role you will MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term without company sponsorship. Our customer is not able to sponsor candidates for this opportunity. The role comes with an outstanding benefits package which include an enhance pension, medical and healthcare, a bonus, good holiday allowance and much, much more! KEYWORDS Data Engineer, Databricks, Power BI, Python, TSQL, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Analysis and design, Test Automation, Refactoring, Unit Testing (Mocking), Agile, Scrum, PowerShell, Azure, AWS, Data Lakes, Zoho Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Ready to start your career as a Data Analyst?
The demand for skilled data professionals in the UK is booming - and organisations are searching for people who can turn raw data into meaningful insight. If you’re looking for a career with purpose and strong growth, our Data Analyst Career Programme is built for you, with a job guarantee on completion.
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Excellent opportunity for a Service Desk Analyst to join a leading IT and Communications service provider in the South West.
Job Title: Service Desk Analyst
Job Type: Permanent; Full Time
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000
Location: Exeter
About the Service Desk Analyst role:
Join a constantly growing team in a company that has clients across the UK and beyond with a penchant for progression. You will be working with clients on a daily basis, supporting their continued success via our ticketing platform and remote support software as well as regular visits to client premises. You will have a logical approach and attention to detail, be confident, highly organised, flexible, reliable and able to manage tasks and prioritise within tight deadlines.
Key responsibilities of the Service Desk Analyst:
Requirements of the Service Desk Analyst:
Must be able to demonstrate some of the following:
Benefits of the Service Desk Analyst:
Exeter, Devon (Hybrid 2 days per week in office)
About Us
At FDB (First Databank), we create and deliver the world s most trusted drug knowledge, enabling healthcare professionals to make critical decisions that improve patient safety, efficiency, and outcomes. Our solutions are embedded across hospitals, GP practices, pharmacies, and wider healthcare systems, supporting millions of patients every day.
Our values guide everything we do: Better Together, Clear Expectations, Constantly Curious, and Health at the Heart. If these resonate with you, you ll feel right at home with us.
The Opportunity
We are now looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.
Working within Agile teams and collaborating with a range of experts, you ll have the chance to utilise your skills and build solutions that genuinely make a difference.
What s more, with hybrid working, a strong focus on wellbeing, an annual bonus scheme and a comprehensive benefits package, you ll have the flexibility, recognition and backing to do your best work while continuing to develop your expertise.
So, if you want to be part of building innovative solutions that support millions every day, read on and apply today!
The Role
As a Data Engineer, you will design and develop high-quality data solutions that support innovative software products aimed at improving health and environmental outcomes.
Working within Agile methodologies, you will collaborate closely with the Product Owner and a wide range of technical and subject matter experts to understand customer requirements and shape effective, scalable data components.
You will undertake requirements analysis, solution scoping, specification definition and data analysis, while challenging assumptions and defining appropriate acceptance criteria to mitigate risk.
Through the creation of production code and participation in code reviews, you will apply established design patterns and best practices to ensure performance, data quality, security, robust error handling, monitoring and logging.
Additionally, you will:
About You
To be considered as a Data Engineer, you will need experience using AI environments and good verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills, as well as experience with the following:
You will also need some experience with Azure / AWS, PowerShell, Data lakes and Zoho Creator / Analytics.
The Benefits
You will be joining a very supportive team where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop new skills. In addition, FDB offers:
Other organisations may call this role Software Engineer, Data Module Developer, BI Engineer, Business Intelligence Engineer, Power BI Engineer, Python Developer, Python Programmer, R Developer, Python Engineer, or IT Data Engineer.