Data Analyst

NielsenIQ; Stockport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading market measurement company in Stockport is seeking a Data Analyst to uphold data quality and integrity for its products. Key responsibilities include validating model outputs, troubleshooting data issues, and managing stakeholder communications. The ideal candidate will be degree-qualified with strong analytical skills and experience in data manipulation. This role offers a flexible working environment and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Volunteer time off

LinkedIn Learning

Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Degree qualified, ideally with some analytical or data modelling component.
• Highly numerate and comfortable manipulating data.
• Experience extracting insights from large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Ensure models run according to production schedules.
• Support new analysts with methodology.
• Investigate client queries and anomalies in data.
• Manage key stakeholder communications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data manipulation

Knowledge of relational databases

Report building

Education

Degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

The Data Analyst serves a vital function in upholding the quality and integrity of NIQ’s market measurement products. Although each analyst is dedicated to a specific territory or product, they work collaboratively within the Data Analyst team to ensure all deliverables align with delivery timelines and data quality standards. Demonstrating a strong commitment to data excellence, the Product Success Analyst proactively detects anomalies in both data and modelling processes implementing effective corrective measures when necessary. Furthermore, they engage with teams across the organization to investigate and resolve data issues, showcasing an in-depth understanding of external factors that may affect trends and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Make sure all stages of the models run in accordance with the production schedule, following standard operating procedures to ensure deadlines are met.
• Understand the modelling and validation principles and how they have been applied to the assigned territory.
• Support new analysts on methodology, problem solving and technical queries.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise on day-to-day tasks.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness & understanding of NIQ’s on-premise clients and product portfolio.
• Under the guidance of senior leadership, contribute to projects, working to pre- agreed project plans.

Output validation

• Validate model outputs against available data sources and contribute to validation meetings with key stakeholders.
• Keep data integrity rules clear on a consistent basis.
• Ensure model outputs remain within defined tolerances and accurately represent market dynamics.
• Serve as the data expert for the assigned sector/product.
• Demonstrate critical thinking in actioning feedback, provide data driven recommendations for trend alignment.
• Prepare reports to reconcile outputs against external sources.
• Support team members to ensure all sectors for the assigned service are uploaded on time.
• QC the external data sources feeding models.

Investigations and Problem solving

• Use available tools and data sources to investigate client queries in accordance with our investigation protocol.
• Implement data restatements, delivering acceptable outputs, explanations, and recommendations to commercial teams.
• Investigate anomalies during data production process, troubleshooting technical failures in collaboration with other departments.
• Perform root cause analysis on errors that lead to restatements.

Stakeholder Management

• Own key stakeholder communications for the assigned sector.
• Manage stakeholders effectively, providing regular progress updates and seek expertise where necessary from SMEs across the business.
• Respond to queries promptly and efficiently.

Process Audit and Improvement

• Build reports and validation sheets.
• Audit existing validation processes, providing recommendations on enhancements and potential fixes.
• Implement improvements/rebuilds of processes under the supervision of senior leadership.
• Update and create standard operating procedures as appropriate and submit to management for final approval.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified, ideally with some analytical or data modelling component.
• Highly numerate and comfortable manipulating data.
• Working knowledge of relational databases (desired but not essential)
• Experience of extracting insights from large datasets and building reports.

Additional Information

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the diversity and inclusion page at NIQ.