Business Intelligence and Solutions, Placement
Symphony Communication Services Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom · £29K/yr
Financial Services · 201-500 employees
About the role
The role involves designing and maintaining automated dashboards to track business metrics while collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide actionable insights. Additionally, the student will perform data audits and conduct market research to support strategic decision-making.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must be currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Business Analytics, Data Science, or Computer Science. Proficiency in SQL, advanced Excel, and programming languages like Python or R is required.
Benefits
Full description
About us @Symphony
Reliable. Interlinked. Sophisticated.
Symphony stands as an AI-driven leader in communication and technology, powered by a synergy of interlinked platforms: messaging, voice, directory, and data analytics.
Our advanced encryption technologies empower more than 1,400 global institutions to leverage AI effectively, uphold rigorous data security standards, manage intricate regulatory requirements, and refine their professional interactions.
Role Description
Symphony is seeking a data-driven Business Intelligence & Solutions Placement Student to join our BI team. At Symphony, real-time enterprise communication generates critical operational data that shapes our strategic direction. In this role, you will work at the intersection of data engineering, business strategy, and product development to translate raw data into actionable insights. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners across Sales, Product, and Engineering to build dynamic dashboards, audit data integrity, and help guide key business decisions using analytics.
Key Responsibilities
- Data Analysis & Visualization: Assist in designing, building, and maintaining automated dashboards to track platform usage and key business metrics.
- Process & Workflow Optimization: Identify inefficiencies in current data reporting workflows and propose automated solutions to streamline data delivery.
- Market & Solution Research: Conduct competitive analysis and business research to help the Solutions team evaluate new vertical and market opportunities.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams to gather reporting requirements and deliver custom analytical insights.
- Data Hygiene & Auditing: Perform routine audits and data cleaning across internal databases to ensure high standards of data integrity and accuracy.
Qualifications
- Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Core Technical Skills: Solid proficiency in SQL querying, advanced Excel capabilities (pivot tables, complex formulas), and exposure to programming languages like Python or R.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Mindset: Strong quantitative skills with a sharp eye for detail when identifying data trends, anomalies, and business opportunities.
- Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights for diverse stakeholders.
- Adaptability & Drive: Ability to manage multiple data projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced technology environment.
Compensation: £14/hour
Duration : 9 months
Benefits:
• Hands-on experience in real-world data engineering and business intelligence projects.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced BI and data professionals.
• Opportunity to expand your analytical skill set and master modern enterprise tools.
• Networking opportunities across Sales, Product, and Engineering divisions.
• Develop a deep understanding of Symphony's products/services and data ecosystem.
Join us for an exciting Placement that will kickstart your career. Apply now and become a part of our innovative team!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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