Associate Consultant - Data & Analytics

Equifax; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Healthcare

26 days holiday + birthday

Job summary

Equifax is seeking an Associate Consultant to lead analytical and consultancy projects within Client Analytics, delivering revenue for Equifax UK.

You will develop complex modelling using CRA data, apply statistical techniques, and communicate results to clients and stakeholders; proficiency in SQL and Python is required. A numerical degree and UK credit risk experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Numerical degree with 2:1 or above.
• Strong experience in UK credit risk.
• Proficiency in SQL and Python.
• Ability to identify opportunities using data and analytics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical and consultancy projects with CRA data.
• Design and develop complex modelling assignments.
• Communicate results to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Support sales with project proposals and presentations.
• Manage multiple projects delivering revenue for Equifax UK.

Skills

Statistical modelling

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Consultancy experience

Problem solving

Education

Numerical degree (2:1 or above)

Tools

SQL

Python

Git/Github

Google Apps Script

Job description

Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. As an Equifax Associate Consultant you will play a pivotal role in Client Analytics within Data and Analytics (D&A). You will lead analytical and consultancy projects, including the design and development of complex modelling assignments utilising CRA data. You will have frequent engagements with external customers / stakeholders and will manage multiple projects delivering revenue for Equifax UK.What You'll Do

• Our Associate Consultants are highly competent at developing statistical models, with hands on detailed analytic & modelling expertise, leveraging CRA data assets
• Responsible for supporting the delivery of analytical projects. This includes credit strategy development, scorecard and model development to required quality standards and project timescales. This will cover all stages, including sample design, retrospective analysis, performance analysis, population split analysis and reject analysis.
• This position will involve performing analysis of multiple data sources using statistical analysis (Logistic Regression, Linear Regression, Decision Trees, Exploratory Data Analysis, CHAID analysis & Cluster Analysis) and computer science to solve business problems.
• We are looking for someone who is able to communicate analytical results to generate improved business decisions and profitability. The role involves using data mining tools and programming languages SQL and Python to prepare data for analysis and business decision making and also involves delivering analytical and commercial solutions for internal and external clients.
• Understanding of the regulatory landscape with respect to consumer credit and consumer duty and the potential impact to our clients
• Provide the required support to Sales teams to enable them to determine the most appropriate customer solution and to enable them to write the project proposal
• To support customers and sales by undertaking professional presentations to audiences of all sizes, from junior levels through to the Board
• Relevant numerical degree with a 2:1 or above
• Strong experience working in UK credit risk
• Proficiency using SQL and Python
• An innovative mindset, with experience identifying opportunities that deliver incremental business benefit through leveraging of data and analytics
• You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with team members and clients at various levels, including business leaders.
• Experience in all stages of credit strategy, scorecard and model development

What Could Set You Apart

• Previous experience of working with credit bureau data
• Previous consultancy experience
• Additional languages desirable are VBA or Google Apps Script
• Cloud experience and use of Git/Github

We believe great things happen when teams connect. Our schedule is built around 4 days of high-impact, in-office collaboration (Monday-Thursday), paired with Friday Flexibility to wrap up your week remotely.

The Perks of being a Equifax Employee?

• We offer a wide range of company supported benefits including contributory pension, life cover, income protection, healthcare, enhanced maternity and sick pay, 26 days holiday and a day off for your birthday, with the ability to buy and sell and free credit checks.
• We also offer flexible benefits ranging from cycle to work, discounted travel options, gym membership, dining and leisure discounts, financial & savings plans, mobile discounts plus much more!
• We also support personal development and have a range of learning options including our global online learning platform and allow you to bring your whole self to work supported by our Inclusion and Diversity, Wellbeing and Employee Engagement forums.