Data analysts SOC 3544
Data analysts (SOC 3544) qualifies for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Your employer must pay at least the going rate of £34,900 per year. This role is on the Temporary Shortage Occupation List, so you may qualify with a lower salary and get extra points. Scroll down for salary benchmarks, the visa rules, and live jobs from licensed sponsors.
What does a data analyst do?
Data analysts gather and organise a variety of data and analyse it to understand what it means for their organisation or society.
Typical tasks
- gathers, cleans and collates datasets and develops data management processes and policies
- analyses data to identify trends and patterns in a variety of fields, such as opinion polling, predicting demand for goods and services, or the testing of new medications
- creates visual representations of data, such as data dashboards and graphs
- presents findings for technical or non-technical audiences to inform the decisions of companies, government or other organisations
Typical entry routes and qualifications
Entrants usually possess a relevant degree, although vocational qualifications and apprenticeships are also available.
Visa sponsorship requirements
UK market salary · ASHE 2025
What data analysts earn in the UK
Plus ~£2,815 in bonus & commission
UK market basic pay at a glance
How visa salary requirements compare to what employers pay.
Most data analysts in the UK earn between £32,292 and £48,568 in basic pay. For Skilled Worker visa holders, the minimum salary (going rate) for this role is £34,900 (SOC 3544), sitting at the 35th percentile of what UK employers pay and £4,048 below the median. Since this falls below the general salary threshold, sponsors must pay at least £41,700.
All figures are before tax. Calculate your take-home pay.
How to get sponsored as a data analyst
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Find a licensed sponsor on Hunt UK Visa Sponsors
Browse our register of UK companies with an active sponsor licence. Filter by industry, size, sponsor rating, and whether they're currently hiring data analysts, so you only apply where a visa is actually on the table.
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Confirm the salary meets the £34,900 going rate
Your employer must pay whichever is higher: the going rate for SOC 3544 (£34,900) or the general Skilled Worker threshold of £41,700 per year.
New entrants and ISL roles may qualify for a lower rate. See the New entrant & discount rates section below.
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Receive a Certificate of Sponsorship
Your sponsor issues a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS), a reference number the Home Office uses to check the job offer, salary, and duties line up with an eligible SOC code.
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Apply for a Skilled Worker visa at gov.uk
Submit the Skilled Worker visa application online within 3 months of your CoS assignment date. You'll also book a biometric appointment and pay the immigration health surcharge.
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Move to the UK and start work
Travel to the UK before your CoS start date and begin working for the sponsor named on the certificate.
New entrant & discount rates
If you're under 26, switching from a Student visa, or a recent UK graduate, your employer can pay the new entrant rate of £28,600 (70% of the going rate) for up to four years.
Roles under SOC 3544
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Frequently asked questions
Can data analysts get a UK Skilled Worker visa?
Yes. Data analysts roles fall under SOC 3544 (Medium Skilled), so they qualify for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Your employer will need a sponsor licence and must pay at least the going rate for this occupation. This role is also on the Temporary Shortage Occupation List, which can mean a lower salary bar.
What salary do data analysts need for visa sponsorship?
The going rate for Data analysts (SOC 3544) is £41,700 (£21.38 per hour). Standard minimum applies. Your employer must pay whichever is higher: this going rate or the general Skilled Worker threshold of £41,700 per year.
What job titles are covered by SOC 3544?
SOC 3544 covers a range of data analysts roles, including: Data analysts. Keep in mind that the Home Office matches jobs by duties rather than title alone. Two roles with the same title can fall under different SOC codes depending on the actual work involved.
What does the Shortage Occupation List mean for data analysts?
Data analysts (SOC 3544) is on the Temporary Shortage Occupation List, which recognises a UK labour shortage in this field. In practice that means a lower salary threshold, plus extra "tradeable" points on your visa application. The Home Office lets shortage status stand in for a higher salary.
Is there a lower salary for new graduates entering data analysts roles?
Yes. If you're under 26, a recent graduate, or switching from a Student visa, you count as a "new entrant" and your employer only needs to pay 70% of the going rate (with an absolute floor of £33,400/year — the new-entrant minimum cannot go below that). For Data analysts, that works out to £28,600. The discount lasts up to four years.
Where can I find data analysts jobs with UK visa sponsorship?
We list Data analysts roles from companies with a Home Office sponsor licence. Scroll down to see what's currently open, or search our full jobs database for more visa-sponsored positions across the UK.
This information is provided as guidance only and should not be treated as legal advice. Eligibility criteria and salary thresholds are based on the latest published government data. Always verify with the official UK government guidance or seek professional immigration advice.