Data Analyst - Financial Services

CGI; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Halifax is seeking an experienced Data Analyst to bridge business needs with technical solutions. This hybrid role will require strong expertise in SQL, ETL processes, and data governance. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with stakeholders to enhance data systems and processes. If you have a background in analytics and project management, we welcome your application to join our dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Business Systems Analyst focused on data platforms.
• Solid experience in SQL programming and relational databases.
• Hands-on knowledge of ETL processes and tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with users and teams to define data requirements.
• Lead requirements-gathering sessions for data-centric projects.
• Analyze and optimize existing systems and data processes.

Skills

SQL programming

ETL processes

Business requirement gathering

Stakeholder engagement

Data modeling

Data governance

Data quality frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Azure Cloud services

Job description

Overview

Position Description

At CGI, we are seeking an experienced and driven Data Analyst with strong data engineering capabilities. In this hybrid role, you will bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions, focusing primarily on data-centric initiatives. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in SQL, ETL processes, and data platforms, along with strong skills in business requirement gathering, stakeholder engagement, and supporting the full project lifecycle. This is a permanent full-time role based in Atlantic Canada on a hybrid basis (2-3 Days in office).

Your future duties and responsibilities

• Collaborate with system owners, business users, and data engineering teams to define and document data requirements, operational goals, and analytics needs
• Lead requirements-gathering sessions for data-centric projects to improve business processes and information flow
• Analyze existing systems and data processes to identify areas for enhancement and optimization
• Translate business needs into functional and technical requirements for developers, data engineers, and other technical stakeholders
• Support data modeling, data quality, and data governance efforts by providing clear and structured documentation
• Create process models, data flow diagrams, use cases, and user stories to communicate solutions
• Validate business requirements, support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and coordinate with QA teams to ensure solution quality
• Participate in the design and delivery of ETL workflows, data mappings, and integration logic
• Ensure alignment of system solutions with enterprise data architecture and compliance standards

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

• Bachelor's or College degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience as a Business Systems Analyst, with a strong focus on data platforms and analytics
• Solid experience in SQL programming and working with relational databases
• Hands-on knowledge of ETL processes and tools
• Experience working on data warehousing or enterprise data projects from concept to deployment
• Strong understanding of data modeling, data governance, and data quality frameworks
• Proven ability to translate business needs into technical solutions and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Exposure to Azure Cloud services and/or cloud-based data platforms is a strong plus
• Proficiency in BI tools like Power BI, Tableau, or QlikView is a plus

Nice to Have

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, and Project Management tools
• Background in Banking, Financial Services, or Insurance industries
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum environments and tools like JIRA or Confluence

Join CGI—as owners, we turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and have opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. CGI is an equal-opportunity employer and we value diversity and inclusion. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter.