What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Reports Development (FDRO) position at National Grid?
About us
Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.
To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager of Report Development to join our Financial Data Reporting Office (FDRO). As a Manager of Development, you will be responsible for overseeing the creation, design, and delivery of technical reports and dashboards that provide valuable business insights derived from data analytics. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Data Engineering, Reporting Analysts, and Business Stakeholders to ensure the accurate and timely delivery of reporting content that support data-driven decision-making.
What You'll Do
- Lead and manage a team of Technical Report Developers, providing guidance, coaching, and support in their professional development.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their reporting needs and workflow pain points. Provide recommendations on reporting solutions formats, layouts, and delivery mechanisms.
- Utilize data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, etc.) to design, implement, and maintain robust reporting solutions that effectively communicate complex data analysis findings, insights, and recommendations.
- Be vocal in proposing technical solutions to stakeholders based on best-practices, avoid manual or “offline” reporting solutions where possible.
- Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in data visualization and reporting techniques.
- Collaborate with Data Engineering FDRO members and IT to enhance data warehouse and technical reporting capabilities.
- Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of technical reports, adhering to established quality standards.
- Provide training and support to end-users on accessing and interpreting technical reports.
- Stay informed about data privacy and security regulations to ensure compliance in report development.
Supervisory/Interpersonal- Experience Required
- Expert at stakeholder engagement, presenting to senior audience, producing performance reports, and creating information and metrics to support visual management.
- Expert business writing skills.
- An appetite for continuous improvement in relation to personal and team development.
What You'll Need
- Bachelor’s degree required, with concentration in Computer Science, Business, or a related quantitative discipline preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years high-level data analysis experience required; must be able to visualize and interpret data.
- Experience with one or more of the following platforms required:
o Snowflake or similar data warehouse/datalake platform
- Proficiency with SQL querying and knowledge of data modeling preferred.
- Data regression modeling and forecasting experience preferred.
- Meticulous attention to detail with an appreciation for the relationship between data quality, key performance indicators, and the Company’s success.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively.
- Ability to work with different functional groups and levels of employees to effectively and professionally achieve results.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment.
More Information
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Annual Salary
$137,000-$161,000
This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.
National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.
Salary : $137,000 - $161,000
