Data Analyst Associate Full Time NEW

We are seeking a Data Analyst Associate who will play a key role in driving business outcomes through AI and Power BI. This role blends traditional analytics and reporting with emerging AI capabilities, focusing on enabling smarter decision-making, improving productivity, and embedding AI-driven insights into everyday business workflows.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working with business stakeholders, can quickly develop a deep understanding of data, and is excited about applying Power BI, Copilot, and other AI tools in practical, measurable ways.

Copilot & AI Enablement

• Partner with leadership on the intake and prioritization of AI use cases with business teams by defining the problem, desired outcome, and success measures
• Configure, test, and refine Copilot experiences using enterprise data (e.g., Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Power BI, and approved data sources)
• Contribute to prompt refinement and validate AI outputs for business accuracy and compliance with governance requirements
• Track outcomes and report the impact of Copilot solutions (e.g., time saved, cycle-time reduction, improved insight quality)

Data Analysis & Business Intelligence

• Design, develop, and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards that deliver actionable insights
• Develop and maintain Microsoft Fabric data pipelines under the guidance of data engineers, and contribute to notebook development for routine analyses
• Translate business questions into analytical solutions using data modeling, DAX, and visual storytelling
• Perform data analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that support strategic goals
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and usability across reporting assets

Stakeholder Partnership

• Align stakeholders on requirements, definitions (KPIs/metrics), and delivery timelines for analytics and Copilot-enabled solutions
• Communicate insights and recommended actions clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, tailoring the message to the stakeholder
• Drive adoption by enabling users through quick guides, office hours, and feedback loops to improve dashboard and Copilot experience usability

Data Practices & Governance

• Partner with data engineers/platform teams to resolve data quality issues and improve model readiness for reporting and Copilot scenarios
• Apply governance, security, and compliance requirements by validating data access, sensitivity, and approved sources before releasing BI or Copilot solutions
• Maintain technical documentation (data definitions, report logic, and runbooks) so solutions can be supported and reused
• Share observations and improvement suggestions with the data governance team to inform policies and standards

Required Qualifications

• Experience in a Data Analyst, Business Intelligence, or Analytics role
• Strong hands-on experience with Power BI, including data modeling, DAX, and dashboard design
• Solid SQL skills and experience working with relational data sources
• Understanding of analytics concepts such as KPIs, metrics, and data visualization best practices
• Experience working directly with business stakeholders to deliver insights and solutions
• Strong communication skills (ability to translate complex concepts for non-technical audiences)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Copilot, Power Platform, or AI-enabled analytics tools
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Fabric and OneLake
• Familiarity with prompt engineering or working with generative AI in a business context
• Python or other scripting experience for data analysis or automation
• Familiarity with configuring Copilot plugins or custom connectors with guidance
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy, and responsible AI practices
• Experience measuring adoption and ROI for analytics or AI initiatives