Manager

EXL · IT Services & Consulting

8+ years of BI/Analytics experience with strong expertise in Power BI.

Advanced knowledge of DAX, Power Query (M), data modeling, and semantic models.

Experience building executive and operational dashboards with strong focus on visualization and user experience.

Hands-on experience with Power BI Copilot and AI-enabled features.

Strong understanding of data analysis, KPI design, and business reporting.

Experience integrating data from SQL Server, Excel, SharePoint, APIs, Azure/Fabric, or similar platforms.

Ability to work independently with client stakeholders and drive requirements through delivery.

Proven experience leading or mentoring a team of 3-5 resources.

Strong problem-solving skills, ownership mindset, and proactive approach.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Role & Responsibilities

Directly engage with client stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into reporting solutions.

Lead the design and development of Power BI dashboards, reports, and semantic models.

Drive report UX/UI, ensuring dashboards are intuitive, actionable, and business-focused.

Develop and optimize complex DAX measures, data models, and Power Query transformations.

Integrate data from multiple sources and ensure data quality, accuracy, and consistency.

Leverage AI capabilities within Power BI, including Copilot, Smart Narratives, Q&A, and other AI-assisted features.

Proactively identify reporting opportunities, recommend improvements, and drive analytics initiatives without waiting for client direction.

Own reporting delivery and take work off the client's plate through independent execution.

Lead and mentor a team of 3-5 Power BI developers, resolving technical blockers and guiding work allocation.

Present insights and recommendations to business stakeholders through effective data storytelling.

Ensure governance, security, performance optimization, and documentation standards are maintained.

Good to Have Skills

Background in Financial Services.

Knowledge of Azure platforms

Exposure to Python, SQL optimization, or advanced analytics.

Experience establishing reporting governance and Power BI best practices.

Knowledge of responsible AI practices and Copilot governance.

Key Traits

Client-facing and consultative mindset.

Ability to anticipate business needs and propose solutions proactively.

Strong ownership and leadership qualities.

Ability to think beyond development and drive reporting strategy, look-and-feel, and adoption.

Graduate in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field. 8-10 years of experience in data engineering or related field.