Business Data Analyst

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking a Business Data Analyst to bridge finance needs and data solutions. You will translate complex datasets into actionable insights, driving smarter financial decisions. Ideal candidates should have expertise in data warehousing and SQL, alongside strong stakeholder management skills. This role offers a dynamic environment that empowers data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

• Experience in business/data analysis within an insurance Finance function.
• Proven skills in reporting systems and translating business needs into technical requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Finance stakeholders to define data needs and craft solutions.
• Translate complex technical concepts into usable insights for decision-makers.
• Take ownership of requirements gathering, testing, deployment, and support.

Skills

Data warehousing

Financial data analysis

SQL proficiency

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Tools

Snowflake

Azure DevOps

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london (city of london), United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

Business Data Analyst – Drive Insight, Shape Strategy - Insurance - Finance

In today’s fast-moving insurance world, standing still isn’t an option which is why our client has a brand new opportunity to be a leader within Financial Data Analysis.

As a Data Analyst in their Finance Product Team, you’ll be the bridge between the Finance business needs and data solutions. You’ll partner with finance and business teams to optimise data, streamline reporting, and turn complex datasets into crystal-clear insights that drive smarter financial decisions. Your work will directly shape strategy, fuel growth, and unlock new possibilities.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with Finance stakeholders to uncover data needs and craft solutions that deliver measurable business value covering P&L, Balance Sheets and Cash Flow.
• Translate complex technical concepts into actionable, easy-to-use insights for decision-makers.
• Take ownership from requirements gathering through to testing, deployment, and support.
• Be the go-to expert for data queries, troubleshooting challenges, and delivering robust solutions.
• Support and mentor colleagues onshore and offshore, sharing your expertise and enhancing team capability.

What You Bring:

• Experience in business/data analysis or BI, within an insurance Finance function.
• Proven skills in data warehousing, financial data analysis, and reporting systems.
• A knack for translating unclear business needs into precise technical requirements.
• Proficiency in SQL, with experience handling complex datasets and unstructured data.
• Strong problem-solving skills and stakeholder management expertise.
• Knowledge of ETL, cloud-based data platforms (e.g. Snowflake), and financial KPIs.
• Familiarity with Agile delivery methods and Azure DevOps.

Why You’ll Love It:

This isn’t just about crunching numbers. It’s about transforming data into decisions, empowering teams, and driving the future of financial insight in a dynamic, global environment. If you’re curious, resourceful, and ready to make an impact, do get in touch!