Graduate Data Analyst

Role overview

Young’s is hiring a Graduate Data Analyst to join its graduate scheme for a two-year period, with the potential to move into a permanent role later on as the business expands. The role is intended for someone who has completed an undergraduate degree, or an equivalent qualification, in Computing, Data Science, Mathematics, or a closely related subject within the last three years.

The first stage of the scheme involves rotating through several support functions at Copper House, including People, Marketing, Food, and Operations, so you can build a strong understanding of the organisation, how it works, and the challenges each team faces. After that, you will move into the IT department at Copper House in Wandsworth, where the focus of the placement will be data analysis and reporting.

Application notes

Applicants are expected to send a CV together with a cover letter in a single file. The cover letter should address why you are a strong fit for the role, and what you see as the main challenges of working in an IT position at Young’s.

Key duties

• Take ownership of existing Power BI reporting tools by keeping them accurate, relevant, and easy for users to work with.
• Answer questions from business users about reporting outputs and explain the information clearly and simply.
• Collect, document, and refine reporting and data needs from internal stakeholders.
• Support the logging, assessment, and resolution of IT support tickets, escalating issues when appropriate.
• Contribute to building, testing, and improving Power BI reports and dashboards.
• Prepare clear documentation and knowledge-base materials for reports, processes, and common queries.
• Check data outputs for accuracy and consistency, and help put basic QA and testing steps in place.
• Build a working understanding of business data, key performance measures, and source systems to support analysis work.
• Carry out other tasks connected to the BI function when needed.

Required skills and experience

• A good grasp of data validation, quality checks, and testing methods.
• Confident use of Microsoft Excel, including common analysis features such as pivot tables and lookups.
• Strong accuracy, with a logical and solution-focused approach to problems.
• Clear written and spoken communication, including the ability to translate technical ideas for non-technical colleagues.
• Well organised, practical, and able to manage several priorities independently.
• Motivation to learn and grow in a data-driven role.

What you’ll receive

• Salary up to £32,000.
• Private health insurance.
• Life assurance worth 3 times annual earnings.
• 26 days of holiday each year, plus bank holidays.
• 20% discount across Young’s pubs for you, family, and friends.
• 30% discount on overnight stays.
• Share Save Scheme.
• Enhanced company pension scheme.
• Access to fully funded apprenticeships, training courses, and the company’s Career Pathway while earning.

Additional information

This is a full-time, on-site graduate scheme based in London, England, United Kingdom. The scheme lasts for 2 years and may lead to a permanent role in the future. The position is focused on supporting BI and reporting work within the IT function.