Data Analyst Role - Help Required.

shaz77_2

Hi All,

I posted this on the job's forum but an MSE member PM'd me to try it here also.

I have an interview for a Data Analyst position within a pharmaceuticals company and I will require some help in advance. I am required to complete an oral competency interview and undertake a skills test based on data and analytical exercise. I have to say this sounds a bit daunting, can anyone help?

Below is a little about the role I've applied for:

The main duties for the post holder are:

• To extract data from reporting systems and databases in a timely manner.
• From this data produce for the company accurate, timely and secure management information reports.
• To develop and implement Information Technology policies for data manipulation to support the wider business strategy.
• To coach, train and develop colleagues in the production and usage of the management information reports.
• To maintain the integrity of the information being held in the company database.
• To ensure produced reports comply with the corporate brand format.

• Other reasonable duties as required in order to fulfill the role


JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Providing accurate and appropriate management information within requested timescales.
• Keeping up to date with IT developments and assessing the impact on or appropriateness for CPNI data manipulation.
• Keeping abreast with service developments in community pharmacy.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Educated to Degree level or equivalent as demonstrated by previous experience and/or competence.
• Expertise in the use of SQL server technology and Report Builder functionality.
• Expertise in the use of Excel and Access programs.
• Expertise in formatting and presentation styles.
• Ability to integrate into high-performing result-driven individuals and teams.
• Demonstrate Information Technology knowledge or experience.

agrinnall

Duplicate thread, it's being answered on the Employment board.