Lead Data Analyst

Co-operators; Burlington; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian financial services co-operative is seeking a Lead Data Analyst to join its Business Intelligence team. This position involves leading data projects, mentoring colleagues, and using analytical insights to drive decision-making. The successful candidate will have a solid background in data analysis, strong communication skills, and a focus on operational efficiencies. Opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive rewards package are offered.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Flexible work options

Paid volunteer days

Health programs and supportive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant experience in Business Intelligence.
• Strong knowledge of data analysis and modeling techniques.
• Experience leading teams through complex problem-solving situations.

Responsibilities

• Lead data analysis projects and guide indirect reports.
• Coach others on business data modeling.
• Influence partners with analytical solutions strategies.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication

Influencing Change

Education

University Degree in Business Intelligence, Computer Science, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics

Job description

Language : English is required, French is an asset

Additional Information : This / these role(s) is / are currently vacant

The Opportunity :

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities that enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients, and our communities.

Our Business Intelligence team empowers decision-making using leading-edge science and analytics. We strive to deliver a single version of truth, by providing our business partners with access to comprehensive data and valuable insights to help our organization achieve operational excellence.

As a Lead Data Analyst, you will contribute by actively seeking ways to support the organization in achieving its objectives with data analysis and decomposing complex problems or high-level business objectives into smaller problems that can be solved using data analysis. You will be recognized as a reference in data analysis within the organization where others achieve expected outcomes with your guidance.

How you will create impact :

• Lead data analysis projects, including being responsible for the work of others through indirect reports.
• Coach others on business data modeling and define and design logical data models.
• Be accountable for the outcome of the projects you lead to meet the business needs.
• Understand business partners’ vision and roadmap (current and future) outside of the project to maximize the value of current delivery.
• Influence, persuade, and advise your partners on analytical solutions strategies, and directions.
• Autonomously make recommendations, and influence your audience towards an outcome, including management.

How you will succeed :

• You have an innovative mindset to improve operational efficiencies and ability to influence change, with a primary focus on client needs.
• You use critical thinking skills to recognize assumptions, evaluate arguments, draw conclusions and proactively propose solutions.
• You have strong communication skills to clearly convey messages and explore diverse points of view.
• You build trusting relationships and provide guidance to support the development of colleagues.

To join our team :

• You have 10 years of relevant experience in Business Intelligence or other relevant domain.
• You have a University Degree in Business Intelligence, Computer Science, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or equivalent technical experience.
• ACAS or FCAS designations are considered an asset.
• You have experience leading others to solve complex problems using analytical thinking, tools and judgment to identify innovative solutions.
• You have excellent knowledge and understanding of data analysis, programing, modeling techniques, data warehouse and data management, research, architecture and design.
• Experience with the following technologies is required : [TBD during Recruitment Discussion]
• Experience with the following technologies is an asset : [TBD during Recruitment Discussion]

What you need to know :

• You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.

What’s in it for you?

• Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
• Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs.
• A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.
• Paid volunteer days to give back to your community.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive salary, bonus, pension, and benefits.