Senior Data Analyst

Responsibilities

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Data Analyst join our global Data Transformation team. This role will play a major part in the delivery of our Group Data Strategy and Data Transformation Journey by delivering, enhancing, and maintaining our IQEQ Data Platform which will drive how our data is managed and used to deliver outcomes in a host of key areas to maximise business value and growth delivering improvements for internal and external stakeholders and clients.

In this role, you will drive requirements gathering and deliver appropriate solutions aligned with project goals. You will document functional designs, implement proper controls around business requests, and collaborate globally on Data Platform Data Services design initiatives. The role involves identifying and documenting system gaps and enhancements, working cross-functionally with IT teams to deliver high-quality solutions, and continuously seeking process improvements. Success requires quick adaptation to understand both client and internal stakeholder needs, ensuring efficient delivery of business requirements.

Experience (what does the role do on a day-to-day basis)

• Experience of coding in programming languages such SQL (required), Python (required), Java and Excel VBA.
• Data analysis experience, database administration knowledge, data mining and manipulation.
• Proficient in MS Excel with a working knowledge of Excel VBA.
• Comfortable using APIs, SQL query writing, report development / BI tools (Crystal, SSRS, SSIS, Tableau).
• ​​​​​​​Experience of writing technical documentation and presenting information clearly to senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the funds industry and accounting knowledge beneficial.
• Working in global environment.

Key behaviours we expect to see

In addition to demonstrating our Group Values (Authentic, Bold, and Collaborative), the role holder will be expected to demonstrate the following:

• Communicates Effectively – Adjusting communication style to fit the audience & message.  Providing timely information to help others across the organisation.  Encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions
• Action Orientated – Readily taking action on challenges without unnecessary planning and identifies new opportunities, taking ownership of them
• Interpersonal Savvy – Relating comfortably with people across all levels, functions, cultures & geographies.  Builds rapport in an open, friendly & accepting way
• An analytical mind, excellent problem-solving & diagnostic skills, attention to detail

Required Experience

Education / professional qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or another technical field
• 8-10 years of experience in a Data Analyst capacity
• Background in Financial Industry preferable in the Alternative Asset management domain
• Experience with Investment management accounting system such as Investran, Paxus, Efront etc preferrable

Background & Technical experience

• Knowledge of BI, Data and Analytics  
• Knowledge of programming languages, SQL,  Python,
• Knowledge of Excel Formulas
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills. 
• Strong problem solving and conceptual thinking.

Other company, product, and market knowledge

• Experience of working in a complex, multi-country professional services, financial services or BPO organisation with complex processing requirements
• Multi-country experience and demonstrates an ability to work in a multi-cultural, talented, and demanding team environment.
• Possess the skills and the personality to operate effectively in a very fast-paced complex global business with an in-depth knowledge of program management
• Excellent communication skills in both written and oral form, with staff members, customers, suppliers, and the management team with the ability to make decisions, act and get results
• Passion, dynamism, and drive
• Personal presence, integrity, and credibility
• Ability to solve problems either independently or by utilising other members of the team where necessary
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to investigate and analyse information, and to draw conclusions.
• Ability to meet and adhere to internal and external deliverables whilst maintaining an exceptionally high standard. 

Languages

• Must be fully proficient in spoken and written English, additional European languages will be an asset