Data Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established investment manager in London is seeking a Data Analyst to join their Pricing and Reference data team. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in data handling, advanced skills in Excel, SQL, and Python, along with a degree in a STEM or Finance-related discipline. This role offers the chance to work with complex data while applying generative AI techniques to enhance efficiency in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Strong data handling skills gained within financial services.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with generative AI tools or techniques.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve a range of data issues.
• Analyse large datasets using Excel, SQL and Python.
• Support the implementation of system changes and upgrades.
• Collaborate with internal teams including Investment, IT, Risk, and Performance.
• Apply generative AI techniques to improve processes.
• Ensure accurate and timely data delivery.

Skills

Data literacy

Advanced Excel skills

Proficiency in Python

SQL

Generative AI techniques

Education

Degree in a STEM or Finance-related discipline

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

Job description

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We are currently recruiting for a Data Analyst to join a well-established Investment Manager. The role sits within the Pricing and Reference data team based in their London headquarters. This role is suited to someone with strong data handling skills gained within financial services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate and resolve a range of data issues
• Analyse large datasets using Excel, SQL and Python
• Support the implementation of system changes and upgrades
• Collaborate with internal teams including Investment, IT, Risk, and Performance
• Apply generative AI techniques to improve processes and efficiency
• Ensure systems deliver accurate, complete, and timely data to internal users and clients
• Contribute to operational risk management and project delivery

Requirements:

To be considered, candidates must have strong data literacy and advanced Excel skills, gained within a financial services environment. Proficiency in Python and demonstrable experience with generative AI tools or techniques are highly desired. The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of relevant experience and hold a degree in a STEM or Finance-related discipline. Strong SQL and Excel skills are a must.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is comfortable working with complex data in a regulated environment and is motivated to apply emerging technologies to real-world operational challenges. Please note the client is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position.