Business Data Analyst

Persistent Systems; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Glasgow is looking for a Business Data Analyst to implement data quality processes and extract actionable insights. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience with data analytics platforms and a deep understanding of data warehousing principles. Responsibilities include investigating data quality issues, executing data cleansing tasks, and designing data pipelines. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, with a focus on talent development and collaboration with cutting-edge technologies.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Quarterly promotion cycles

Company-sponsored higher education

Flexible work hours

Annual health check-ups

Insurance coverage for family

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in data analytics and reporting data warehouses.
• Deep understanding of data ingestion techniques.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience in translating business requirements into technical stories.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and analyze data quality issues.
• Execute data cleansing and transformation tasks.
• Design data pipelines for automated processing.
• Apply advanced analytical techniques for business problem-solving.

Skills

Experience with modern data analytics platforms

Understanding of data warehousing principles

Agile methodologies experience

Ability to translate business requirements

Knowledge of data analysis tools like SQL

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Python

Job description

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We have delivered 21 sequential quarters of growth with $389.7M in Q1 FY26 revenue, up 3.9% Q-o-Q and 18.8% Y-o-Y growth. Our 25,000+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been named the fastest-growing Indian IT services brand in the “Brand Finance India 100” 2025 report. We were also cited as a Leader in the ISG Provider Lens™ 2025 for Digital Engineering Services 2025 and the Everest Group Talent Readiness for Next-generation Application Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2025

About Position

Please mention a brief description of the position.

• Role: Business Data Analyst
• Location: Glasgow, Scotland
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

Job Title: Business Data Analyst

To be a successful Data Business Analyst, you should have experience with:

• Hands on experience in modern data analytics platforms and reporting data warehouses.
• Deep Understanding of Data warehousing principles with hands on knowledge on scalable data ingestion techniques through secure pipelines.
• Ability to perform business and data analysis alongside working with technology colleagues, developers and business stakeholders.
• Working experience on Agile methodologies like Scrum, Kanban or any other Agile framework. Working experience of using Python for Data Analysis & Profiling.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical stories. Solid written and verbal communication skills. Ability to be proactive, a team player and having a ‘can-do’ attitude.

Additional relevant skills given below are highly valued:

• Knowledge in Retail, Investment Bank or Correspondent Banking Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Transaction Monitoring.
• Knowledge of data modelling techniques and exposure to any modelling tool preferred. Exposure to data controls techniques would be an added advantage.
• Knowledge and understanding of Data Analysis and Visualization tools like SQL/Tableau/Power BI, etc. Solid written and verbal communication skills. Certification in AWS, Databricks Lakehouse, DBT Fundamentals would be an added advantage.

You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.

Purpose of the role

To implement data quality process and procedures, ensuring that data is reliable and trustworthy, then extract actionable insights from it to help the organization improve its operation, and optimise resources.

Accountabilities

• Investigation and analysis of data issues related to quality, lineage, controls, and authoritative source identification.
• Execution of data cleansing and transformation tasks to prepare data for analysis.
• Designing and building data pipelines to automate data movement and processing.
• Development and application of advanced analytical techniques, including machine learning and AI, to solve complex business problems.
• Documentation of data quality findings and recommendations for improvement.

Analyst Expectations

• To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.
• Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise
• Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise
• They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
• If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
• OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
• Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
• Partner with other functions and business areas.
• Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
• Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.
• Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
• Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
• Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.
• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
• Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
• Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.
• Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly promotion cycles and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Inclusive Environment

Persistent Ltd. is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We offer hybrid work options and flexible working hours to accommodate various needs and preferences.
• Our office is equipped with accessible facilities, including adjustable workstations, ergonomic chairs, and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

Our company fosters a values-driven and people-centric work environment that enables our employees to:

• Accelerate growth, both professionally and personally
• Impact the world in powerful, positive ways, using the latest technologies
• Enjoy collaborative innovation, with diversity and work-life wellbeing at the core
• Unlock global opportunities to work and learn with the industry’s best

Let’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers

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“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”