Data Analyst

Salary Dependent On Experience + Annual Performance Bonus

Permanent, 40 Hours Per Week

Hybrid Working – Based at our offices in Thorpe Park, Leeds or Doxford Park, Sunderland

Bring Data to Life and Help Shape Smarter Decisions

At Northern Gas Networks (NGN), data helps shape the way we work, improve how we serve our customers and keep millions of homes and businesses safely connected across the North of England. We are looking for a Data Analyst to join our Data & Insights team and turn complex information into clear, meaningful insight that supports smarter decisions across the business.

This is a great opportunity to put your analytical skills to work in a role where your insights genuinely make a difference. You will work closely with teams across NGN to spot trends, solve problems, improve reporting and bring data to life through dashboards, analysis and recommendations that help drive performance, innovation and continuous improvement.

In this role you will

• Collect, analyse and interpret data from a variety of business systems
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports and visualisations using tools such as Power BI
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for a range of stakeholders
• Identify trends, patterns and performance opportunities to support business improvement
• Work closely with teams across NGN to understand reporting requirements and deliver effective solutions
• Support data quality, governance and data management activities
• Improve reporting processes and identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency
• Present findings and recommendations in a clear and engaging way to both technical and non-technical audiences

We are looking for

• Experience in a Data Analyst, Reporting Analyst, Business Intelligence or similar role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Experience working with large datasets and reporting tools
• Knowledge of SQL and data extraction techniques
• Experience creating dashboards and visualisations using Power BI or similar tools
• Ability to communicate technical information in a clear, business-focused way
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• A proactive approach with a passion for continuous improvement

Desirable

• A degree in Data Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related discipline
• Experience with SAP BW, SAP Analytics Cloud or similar platforms
• Knowledge of data governance and data quality principles
• Experience working within utility, engineering or infrastructure environments

Don't be discouraged if you don't meet every desirable criterion. If the role interests you and matches your experience, we welcome your application. 

Why join NGN?

• A competitive salary, tailored to your skills, experience and qualifications
• Annual performance-related bonus, recognising your contribution and achievements
• 25 days of annual leave, plus recognised bank holidays and 2 additional half-days over the Christmas period
• Occupational sick pay available after the first 2 calendar days of statutory sick pay
• Generous stakeholder pension scheme, doubling your contribution, up to 10%
• Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice options, including discounts on UK attractions, gym memberships, restaurants, experience days, plus access to a Virtual GP service
• Family-friendly policies, including up to 6 weeks of paternity leave and 6 months of full pay for maternity leave (for eligible employees), plus shared parental leave and more

About NGN

We deliver gas to 2.9 million homes and businesses across the North East, Northern Cumbria, and much of Yorkshire, through a network of over 37,000km of underground pipes. Serving both major cities and rural communities, we are committed to safety, reliability, and innovation. Our values – Trailblazing, Empowered, Heartfelt, Community Focused, Intellectually Curious, and Happy, shape everything we do. We are proud to champion equality, diversity, and inclusion, and actively support initiatives alongside our Colleague Communities (LGBTQ/Women’s/Roots&Resonance/Parents&Carers/AbilityMatters) to ensure we reflect and uplift the communities we serve.

Next Steps – Simply click ‘Apply’ and upload your CV, making sure to highlight how your skills and experience align with the role. We aim to contact all applicants within one week of the closing date, with interviews expected to take place at the end of September. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team at