I’m a data analyst with over 15 years’ experience delivering analytical and reporting solutions across regulated industries. I’m proficient in Excel, and I routinely use SQL and Power BI to extract, analyse, and present insights that help drive business decisions. I have hands-on experience in HR Reward and Finance analytics, including employee reviews, incentive planning, budgeting, and reporting. I thrive on tackling challenging analytical projects and am always keen to develop my skills further to deliver impactful outcomes. In my freelance work with Sarum Creative, I design data models and dashboards for utilities, support SECR and ESG reporting, and continuously improve data quality and process automation to increase transparency and efficiency.

Anna Delicata

I’m a data analyst with over 15 years’ experience delivering analytical and reporting solutions across regulated industries. I’m proficient in Excel, and I routinely use SQL and Power BI to extract, analyse, and present insights that help drive business decisions. I have hands-on experience in HR Reward and Finance analytics, including employee reviews, incentive planning, budgeting, and reporting. I thrive on tackling challenging analytical projects and am always keen to develop my skills further to deliver impactful outcomes. In my freelance work with Sarum Creative, I design data models and dashboards for utilities, support SECR and ESG reporting, and continuously improve data quality and process automation to increase transparency and efficiency.

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I’m a data analyst with over 15 years’ experience delivering analytical and reporting solutions across regulated industries. I’m proficient in Excel, and I routinely use SQL and Power BI to extract, analyse, and present insights that help drive business decisions. I have hands-on experience in HR Reward and Finance analytics, including employee reviews, incentive planning, budgeting, and reporting.

I thrive on tackling challenging analytical projects and am always keen to develop my skills further to deliver impactful outcomes. In my freelance work with Sarum Creative, I design data models and dashboards for utilities, support SECR and ESG reporting, and continuously improve data quality and process automation to increase transparency and efficiency.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Data Analyst at Sarum Creative
April 1, 2021 - Present
Designed and developed carbon emissions and operational data models for UK water utility clients, collating and transforming Scope 1–3 activity data using UK government emission factors to support SECR and ESG reporting. Built and maintained advanced Excel and SQL-driven data models and ETL processes, integrating multi-year financial and operational datasets to enable scenario analysis and forecasting. Streamlined legacy reporting processes through automation and improved data structures, increasing calculation transparency and efficiency across carbon and performance reporting. Delivered analytical dashboards and bespoke reporting solutions providing regulatory, operational, and financial insight to utilities and SME clients. Worked directly with senior stakeholders to define requirements, validate methodologies, and ensure high data quality and timely delivery across multiple client projects.
HR & Reward Data Analyst at Twinings
September 1, 2026 - March 1, 2021
Led a large-scale report migration project, working closely with IT and business stakeholders to successfully transition legacy reporting into new systems within fixed delivery timelines. Designed and delivered 50+ business-critical HR and Reward reports and dashboards using SQL analysis and Power BI, interpreting SAP Business Objects data structures and underlying database tables. Developed and maintained complex VBA-driven data models supporting annual pay and performance review cycles, reducing manual reporting effort by 10+ hours per cycle. Produced company-wide analytical reporting and forecasting covering workforce performance, turnover, absence, benchmarking, and compliance metrics to support senior decision-making. Ensured reporting accuracy through structured QA, UAT coordination, and comprehensive documentation, enabling successful system handover and long-term report maintenance.
Freelance Data Analyst at Sarum Creative
April 1, 2021 - Present
Design and develop carbon emissions and operational data models for UK water utility clients, collating and transforming Scope 1–3 activity data using UK government emission factors to support SECR and ESG reporting. Build and maintain advanced Excel and SQL-driven data models and ETL processes, integrating multi-year financial and operational datasets to enable scenario analysis and forecasting. Streamline legacy reporting processes through automation and improved data structures, increasing calculation transparency and efficiency across carbon and performance reporting. Deliver analytical dashboards and bespoke reporting solutions providing regulatory, operational, and financial insight to utilities and SME clients. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to define requirements, validate methodologies, and ensure high data quality and timely delivery across multiple client projects.
HR & Reward Data Analyst at Twinings
September 1, 2018 - March 1, 2020
Led a large-scale report migration project, collaborating with IT and business stakeholders to transition legacy reporting into new systems within fixed delivery timelines. Designed and delivered 50+ HR and Reward reports and dashboards using SQL analysis and Power BI, interpreting SAP Business Objects data structures and underlying database tables. Developed and maintained complex VBA-driven data models supporting annual pay and performance review cycles, reducing manual reporting effort by 10+ hours per cycle. Produced company-wide analytical reporting and forecasting covering workforce performance, turnover, absence, benchmarking, and compliance metrics. Ensured reporting accuracy through structured QA, UAT coordination, and comprehensive documentation, enabling successful system handover and long-term report maintenance.
MI Data Analyst at James Hay
December 1, 2012 - February 1, 2018
Produced KPI dashboards for the CEO/CFO and the Board of Directors. Reconciled whole company accounts, maintaining financial integrity to support senior decision-making. Collaborated with IT on QA, UAT and system implementations, ensuring seamless deployment of new reporting tools and systems. Utilised SQL to query and extract complex datasets from relational databases, ensuring data was accurately filtered and prepared for deep-dive analysis. Reconciled weekly, monthly and annual system financials, ensuring data queries were resolved within tight timescales. Produced ad-hoc and regular reporting to strict service level agreements for internal and external stakeholders.
HR MI Analyst at Friends Life (Aviva)
December 1, 2007 - September 1, 2012
Produced and maintained recurring HR dashboards and statutory returns, including Staffing, Turnover, Absence, and ONS/government submissions, ensuring 100% accuracy and on-time delivery. Managed ad-hoc reporting requests within agreed service level agreements, designing and implementing a structured request form and tracking log to improve visibility, auditability, and turnaround times. Led annual and bi-annual pay and bonus review cycles across the organisation, coordinating with department managers to collate and validate data against budget allocations. Generated employee review documentation, distributed communications, and managed post-review queries and adjustments. Oversaw HRIS updates and system enhancements, liaising with IT to coordinate releases, conducting UAT, and validating outputs within test environments prior to deployment. Maintained HRIS configuration and data integrity for all employees. Partnered with IT to implement Single Sign-On (SSO), leading UAT and supporting

Education

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Qualifications

NCFE Understanding Coding Level 2
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2026
IBM Data Analyst Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Energy & Utilities, Professional Services, Financial Services, Software & Internet, Education