Lead Data Analyst
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
£71,869 – £85,880 / year
Salary
Within the market range
£54,900
Going rate
Offer clears by 1.3×
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2133 (75% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £54,900, and SSE plc is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2431 (Management consultants and business analysts, Business analyst role translating business needs into requirements) or SOC 3544 (Data analysts, Data analyst focus on data products and analysis). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers Most likely code | £38,400 Clears | £43,900 Clears | £49,400 Clears | £54,900 Clears |
2431 Management consultants and business analysts Also possible | £35,100 Clears | £40,200 Clears | £45,200 Clears | £50,200 Clears |
3544 Data analysts Also possible | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Clears | £41,700 Clears | £41,700 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Salary: £71,869 - £85,880 and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The Role
At SSE, we are driving a data-led transformation across our Transmission business, and we are looking for a Technical Business Analyst to play a key role in shaping and delivering high-quality data products and digital solutions.
Working within the Data & Analytics function, this role will partner closely with the Data Product Manager and cross-functional squads across Data Engineering, Reporting and Automation. You will be responsible for translating business needs into clear, actionable requirements, ensuring alignment between stakeholders and technical teams, and supporting the end-to-end delivery of data products that deliver tangible business value.
This is an opportunity to work at the heart of a growing data capability, supporting projects that enable better decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and support regulatory and business outcomes.
You Will
- Engage with stakeholders across the business to elicit, analyse and document requirements for data and digital initiatives aligned to business priorities
- Act as the interface between business users and delivery teams, ensuring requirements are clearly understood, refined and translated into deliverable outcomes
- Support the full delivery lifecycle of data products from discovery and design through to build, testing and business sign-off ensuring scope and acceptance criteria are met
- Investigate and analyse source systems, data structures and key data attributes to accurately represent business needs and inform solution design
- Work closely with the Data Product Manager to manage demand intake, support prioritisation decisions, and contribute to data product reviews and planning forums
- Demonstrated experience as a Business Analyst delivering digital or data-focused initiatives within a complex organisational environment
- Strong understanding of data concepts, including data models, data flows and the ability to interpret and challenge data requirements
- Experience working with modern data platforms (e.g. Microsoft Fabric, Databricks or equivalent) within an enterprise setting
- Practical exposure to Power BI or the Power Platform to support effective engagement with technical teams and solution validation
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence, challenge assumptions and drive clarity across diverse teams
SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.
Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.
Flexible Benefits To Fit Your Life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [email protected] / 01738 275 846 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
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Where this offer sits in the market
IT business analysts, architects and systems designers (SOC 2133) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~187k in sample- Offer £71,869–85,880
- Middle half £45,136–79,976
- Median £60,216
- Going rate £54,900
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,400–49,400
The range sits inside the market's middle half (£45,136–79,976), so this is typical pay for the occupation.
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. SSE plc holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2133 going rate of £54,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.