Data Analyst

Job description

Database Administrator – Halifax

I am recruiting on behalf of a stable and growing company for someone who would like the opportunity to become their first dedicated SQL Server DBA.

This is a hands-on position where you will take full responsibility for the Microsoft SQL Server environment supporting multiple business-critical systems.

Other responsibilities include:

• Oversee data transformations and imports, including new client onboarding
• Carry out direct production database updates with precision and strong risk awareness
• Monitor performance, diagnose issues, and implement tuning improvements
• Improve and evolve internal database tools and processes
• Champion data integrity, resilience, and security
• Identify opportunities to introduce automation and AI-driven efficiencies within the DBA function

We are looking for someone with:

• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2016+)
• Confidence working in live production environments
• Proactive, detail-focused, and risk-aware
• Clear communicator able to work across technical and operational teams

If this brand-new role with real ownership and influence from day one interests you, please apply now. This will be a one stage interview process.

Please note this role in onsite.

You will need full right to work in the UK, as no sponsorship is provided.

Database Administrator – Halifax

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Halifax

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

10-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English