Database Administrator

Please note, this position is office-based in Truro, Cornwall.

We are searching for a Database Administrator to expand our valued Data team, based in Truro. In this role, you will collaborate with our Technology and Business teams, focusing on the upkeep and development of our database infrastructure and ensuring the security and integrity of our data. You’ll play a pivotal role in executing our data strategy, helping to implement an Azure cloud data architecture while maintaining top-notch service delivery for our Members.

Brief, preliminary interviews – to shortlist candidates – will take place online on Monday 27th April. Subsequent in-person interviews will be held at our Truro office on Wednesday 29th and Thursday 30th April.

All interview timeslots will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Developing and maintaining MS SQL Server environments
• Experience with Azure or similar cloud environments (desirable)
• Knowledge of stored procedures, their development and maintenance
• Developing and maintaining SSIS & SSRS packages Use of Service Broker and Triggers
• Understanding and experience of industry standard techniques, platforms and practices
• Database analysis, design and development skills
• Experience of developing with either C# or PHP (desirable)
• Experience of working on Linux and Windows server environments (desirable)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities Will Include:

• Maintaining the security, integrity and availability of our data
• Working to improving the quality of our data
• Contributing to data governance across the business 
• Assisting in the identification of business issues, seeking appropriate solutions
• Keeping up to date with industry standards and developments, as well as the company’s objectives

Additional Information:

Founded by a group of farmers in 1903 to provide cost effective insurance to the community, Cornish Mutual is now one of the leading South West insurance providers. As a mutual, we are a Member-owned business, run for the benefit of our Members (customers) – we don’t have shareholders. Our success is down to our people and our Members – both are at the heart of everything we do. 

As an employer we offer a culture that is open and honest and we are supportive and collaborative, to empower individuals to deliver the best outcomes and develop in their careers. Our growth plans are ambitious, and we are looking for passionate people that can help us continue building relationships, supporting each other and that of our communities. 

We value all our employees and offer a number of benefits including:

• 35-hour week, supporting a great work life balance
• Private medical insurance and income protection cover
• 24 days’ holiday, increasing to 28 days per year with length of service (plus bank holidays). Plus, the option to ‘buy’ an extra 5 days per year (after a qualifying period).
• Comprehensive induction programme, excellent learning and development opportunities including professional memberships and relevant qualifications.
• Up to 25% discount on selected Cornish Mutual insurance products and access to our exclusive Member discounts on other everyday essentials
• Company events to support social wellbeing… and many more!