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Michael Page (UK)
West Drayton
1 month ago
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Overview

Deliver real-world impact for environmental reporting across London boroughs

  • 3 month contract - Competitive day rate - Inside IR35
About Our Client

This small-sized organisation operates within the public sector, leveraging data to optimise operations and improve decision-making. Based in West London, they are committed to delivering impactful analytics solutions.

Job Description
  • Data Platform Development: Set up and configure a lakehouse using Microsoft Fabric and Azure.
  • Data Migration: Migrate existing Power BI Gen1 dataflows to Gen2 and integrate new data sources.
  • Database Integration: Build Azure SQL databases using RESTful APIs and integrate them into the lakehouse.
  • Semantic Model Transition: Migrate Power BI semantic models, calculated columns, and DAX measures to the new architecture.
  • Reporting Support: Assist in updating Power BI reports to reference the new semantic model and support dashboard development.
  • Documentation: Create and maintain data catalogues, access policies, metadata models, and report catalogues.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the Power BI Developer to enhance reporting capabilities and support statutory and external reporting.
The Successful Applicant
  • Technically Skilled: Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure, Power BI, DAX, and data modelling.
  • Migration Experience: Proven track record in data migration and building scalable data infrastructure.
  • Detail-Oriented: Comfortable documenting technical processes, data dictionaries, and access policies.
  • Collaborative: Able to work effectively with reporting teams and stakeholders to deliver actionable insights.
  • Adaptable: Quick to pick up new tools and technologies-experience with Power Apps and ArcGIS mapping is a bonus.
  • Impact-Driven: Motivated by contributing to meaningful public sector projects with real-world outcomes.
What's on Offer
  • 3 month contract
  • Competitive daily rate - INSIDE IR35.
  • Hybrid working - based in West London


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