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The Information Lab • Ireland

Data Consultant Programme

Employment type:  Full time

Remote-first

A little flex time

Job Description

The Information Lab Ireland

Position: Data Consultant Programme Start Date: March 4th 2024 Duration: 28 month Programme Salary: €30,000 / €35,000 for year two and 25 days holidays per annum Suitable for career starters or career changers

Are you passionate about data analytics and eager to launch a rewarding career in the field? Look no further! We are thrilled to announce a unique opportunity for individuals with a knack for problem-solving and a keen interest in data visualisation. Our Data Analytics 2.5 Year Programme is designed to help you thrive in the world of data analytics, regardless of your educational background. We are not interested in your CV; We are interested in your potential.

About us:

We’re a small but rapidly-scaling Data Analytics consultancy business with a core purpose “To create the next generation of data leaders, who will develop solutions that will benefit people everywhere.” We are experts in industry-leading tools such as Tableau, Alteryx, Power BI and Snowflake and provide our enterprise-level clients with project teams who deliver bespoke solutions for their complex data problems.

At The Information Lab, the wellbeing of our employees is one of our top priorities. A good work-life balance, encouraging continuous learning and development, celebrating each other’s successes and supporting each other in all that we undertake, underpin everything that we do. We have a diverse team that works across different countries within European Time Zones.

Programme Highlights:

  • Training: You will receive hands-on training in industry-leading tools such as Alteryx, Power BI, and Tableau. Our expert trainers will guide you through the intricacies of these platforms, empowering you to harness their full potential for data analysis and visualisation.

  • Skills Development: Gain essential skills in data manipulation, analysis, and interpretation. Learn to transform raw data into actionable insights, enabling businesses to make informed decisions.

  • Consulting Skills: Acquire the skills needed to be a successful consultant. Learn how to effectively communicate complex data findings to clients, helping them understand the significance of the insights you provide.

  • No Degree Requirement: We believe in talent over formal education. As long as you demonstrate problem-solving abilities and a passion for data visualisation, you are welcome to apply. Your potential is what matters most to us.

  • Learning and Development: Join an organisation that prioritises your growth. Our learning and development programs are tailored to help you excel in your role and advance your career in the field of data analytics.

  • Flexible Working Arrangements: Enjoy the flexibility of a dynamic work environment. We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements to support your personal and professional needs.

Requirements:

  • Passion for data analytics, problem-solving, and data visualisation.

  • Aptitude for learning new technologies and tools.

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work well in teams.

  • Eagerness to develop consulting skills and work directly with clients.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of data analytics and believe you have the passion and aptitude to succeed, we want to hear from you!

On the application you will be asked to, briefly introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in this programme. Attach any relevant work samples or personal projects that showcase your skills and enthusiasm for data analytics. If successful in the next stage we will then ask you to join the Tableau community by downloading the free version of Tableau Public here. Find some data to tell a story you’re passionate about. Again we will point you towards some great sources for datasets to start with. Get hands-on and learn! Create and share a viz with us – we will send you some feedback and then let you re-viz with some changes. If all this goes well, we’ll invite you to have a phone interview, followed by an in-person interview should that be a success.

Don't miss this chance to kick-start or change your career to data analytics and join a supportive, learning-focused organisation. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and helping you achieve your full potential in the field of data analytics.

Deadline for Applications is the 1st of December 2023 for more information contact careers@theinformationlab.ie

Please note that the Programme starts March 4th 2024.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

Company benefits

Open to part-time employees
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Adoption leave
Work from anywhere scheme
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Work from home allowance
Co-working space allowance
Teambuilding holidays
Partake in our 'Data Leaders Program' - a 9 session program which all of our team goes through to learn leadership skills
Access to individual coaching
Mental Health and Wellbeing Support (we recently signed up to Total Mental Health from Spectrum Life - so all employees have access to unlimited mental health coaching, access to open-ended therapy and loads of wellbeing resources too
Learning and Development - we give time back to our busy consultants to work on personal development goals - we pay for any certifications they want to take and also give them a certification bonus for achieving them

We asked employees of The Information Lab how satisfied they were with flexible working, and this is what they told us

Location
83%
Employees are very happy with their working location freedom
Hours
81%
Employees are very happy with the flexibility in the hours they work
Benefits
79%
Employees are largely happy with the benefits their company offers
Work-life balance
83%
Employees feel that they can find the perfect balance of life and work
Role modelling
79%
Employees feel that most people work flexibly
Autonomy
83%
Employees feel they have complete autonomy over getting their work done

Additional employee ratings
(these do not contribute to the FlexScore®)

Diversity
77%
Employees feel that the diversity is good and there are continued efforts to improve it
Inclusion
81%
Employees feel like the company culture is brilliantly inclusive and equitable
Culture
77%
Employees enjoy the working environment
Mission
77%
Employees feel quite excited about the company mission
Salary
83%
Employees are very happy with their salaries and feel that it is well above the market average
Working at The Information Lab

Company employees

32

Gender diversity (male:female)

56:44

Office locations

Fully Remote

Hiring Countries

France
Germany
Ireland
Netherlands
Spain
United Kingdom
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