Business Intelligence Developer
WPP · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India ·
- Category
- Data analytics
- Experience
- 4+ years
Build and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports for finance and operations, using DAX, Power Query, and SQL to translate business needs into actionable insights.
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Why we're hiring:
The Business Intelligence Developer drives the design, development, and maintenance of Power BI dashboards and reports used across AUNZ Finance and Operations. This role bridges data and stakeholders - translating requirements into intuitive, actionable dashboards, providing first-level support to end users, and delivering ad hoc analysis in partnership with the Head of Data & Analytics.
What you'll be doing:
KRA 1 Dashboard Design & Development
- Translate business requirements into intuitive, visually compelling Power BI dashboards and reports.
- Create wireframes and proof-of-concepts aligned with requirements, adhering to design standards.
- Develop custom visuals where native Power BI functionality does not meet business needs.
- Maintain quality control standards across own projects prior to release.
KRA 2 Data Modelling & Security
- Design and refine data models underpinning dashboards, building on curated datasets.
- Implement and maintain row-level and application-layer security to ensure appropriate data access.
- Manage and monitor scheduled data refreshes, proactively resolving issues.
KRA 3 Support & Ad Hoc Analysis
- Act as first-level support desk for reporting/dashboard tickets, resolving the majority independently and escalating complex or technical issues as appropriate.
- Manage access/permissions administration (joiners, movers, leavers) in line with governance controls.
- Provide ad hoc analysis to the Head of Data & Analytics and AUNZ stakeholders as required.
KRA 4 Documentation & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain documentation for dashboards, reports, and business logic within the reporting layer.
- Monitor data quality within dashboards, identifying and escalating inconsistencies.
- Monitor the Power BI roadmap and identify opportunities to adopt new features and best practice.
What you'll need:
- 4+ years' hands-on Power BI development experience.
- Proficient in DAX and Power Query; strong SQL skills for data extraction and transformation.
- Experience implementing RLS and application-layer security models in Power BI.
- Understanding of financial or operational data is desirable but not required.
- Strong communication skills, comfortable engaging with stakeholders on requirements and ad hoc requests.
Who you are:
You're open: we are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
You're optimistic: we approach all that we do with confidence: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
You're extraordinary: We are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.
What we'll give you:
Passionate, inspired people – we champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work
Scale and opportunity – we offer the opportunity to create, influence and deliver projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
Challenging and stimulating work – unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers.
#LI-Hybrid
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.