I'm looking for a fully remote role where reporting sits at the core of the job. I enjoy taking messy data sources and shaping them into clear, reliable reports that stakeholders trust.
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Lorna Shepherd
@lornashepherd
I'm a data analyst working primarily with SQL, with a passion for visualisation and reporting.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I'm a data analyst with five years experience turning complex datasets into clear, actionable insight. I'm currently a data consultant embedded with HMRC, using Splunk and SPL to support a major forms-improvement programme, and previously led a data reporting team at Twinkl. My toolkit spans SQL, Tableau, Looker Studio and BigQuery, and I'm just as comfortable building the dashboard as I am explaining what it means to a non-technical stakeholder. I'm looking for fully remote roles with globally distributed teams where I can keep growing as an analyst.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
MD
Current
Data Specialist
Mercator Digital
May 2026 - Present (4 months)
Working as a data consultant embedded within HMRC, delivering data analysis to support the Government Forms Continuous Improvement team. Use SPL within Splunk to query, analyse and report on large-scale operational data.
TW
Data Analytics Manager
Twinkl
Apr 2024 - May 2026 (2 years 1 month)
Led and developed a high-performing data reporting team of four, setting priorities and overseeing project delivery. Collaborated with finance and the CFO to develop ARPU reporting for strategic decision-making.
TW
Data Analyst
Twinkl
Oct 2022 - Apr 2024 (1 year 6 months)
Collaborated with stakeholders to deliver data-driven insights and address ad hoc requests. Developed and optimized SQL queries and designed interactive Tableau dashboards to communicate key trends.
TR
Data Analyst
TLF Research
Oct 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year)
Prepared and cleaned customer databases, leveraging Excel macros to streamline processes and reduce turnaround time. Automated data visualization processes and maintained direct client communication.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Salford
MSc, Data Science
2020 - 2021
Grade: Distinction
MSc in Data Science with Distinction from the University of Salford, completed in 2021.
University of Liverpool
BSc (Hons), Mathematics
2017 - 2020
Grade: 2:2
BSc (Hons) in Mathematics with a 2:2 classification from the University of Liverpool, completed in 2020.
SS
Skipton Girls' High School
A-levels, General Studies
2010 - 2017
Completed A-levels in Maths, Further Maths, and Biology, and GCSEs with 14 grade A*-B including Maths and English.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Looking for a job
Location
United KingdomAuthorized to work in
CanadaSalary expectations
35k-60k GBP
Skills
Data AnalysisData VisualizationData StorytellingSQLSPLSplunkTableauLookerMySQLBigQueryExcelExcel MacrosJiraConfluenceGoogle WorkspaceData QualityData ReportingDashboard DesignData CleaningData ModelingStakeholder ManagementTeam LeadershipProject DeliveryFinancial ReportingARPUQualitative Data AnalysisQuantitative Data Analysis
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