Data Analyst – Planning Group (AVP level)

Centre People; London; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A leading international bank in London is seeking an experienced Data Analyst at the AVP level. The successful candidate will support management to deliver strategic and financial targets, contribute to data-driven decisions, and work closely with global teams while maintaining high standards of documentation and analysis.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience as a Data Analyst or Business Intelligence Analyst, ideally in financial or professional services.
• Strong numerical, accounting, and financial interpretation skills are essential.
• Business level of English required.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and deliver periodic management presentations and reports.
• Perform data gathering, processing, analysis, and reconciliation.
• Track and prepare reports reflecting financial and qualitative performance.

Skills

Data Analysis

Data Optimisation

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Clear Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Alteryx

Excel

SQL

VBA

MS Access

Job description

• Data Analyst – Planning Group (AVP level)

Ref: TY46698

Data Analyst – Planning Group (AVP level)

Sector

Sector Finance(Banking/Securities/Insurance)

Type

Type Full-time, Temp/Contract/Project

Location

Location London

Salary (Annual)

A leading international bank in London is seeking a Data Analyst (AVP level).
This role will support the department’s management in delivering strategy and financial/qualitative targets, acting as part of the “First Line of Defence” by maintaining a robust control framework.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Data Analyst to work closely with global teams and contribute to data-driven business decisions.

TY46698
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ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:
- (O) Eligible visa: Permanent residence, Spouse, Partner, YMS, Graduate
- (X) NOT eligible: Student visa, Requiring visa sponsorship
WORK STYLE: Hybrid (Currently Hybrid working style)
VISA SUPPORT: Not available
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Contract Type: Umbrella contract, full-time
Salary: £350-500 per day (including 25 days holiday pay) depending on experience
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 – 17:00 (Working in the office 2 to 3 days a week)
Start Date: ASAP
Location: London

Data Analyst Main Responsibilities:
• Create, maintain and deliver periodic and ad hoc management presentations and reports
• Perform data gathering, processing, analysis and reconciliation to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Track and prepare detailed reports reflecting the department’s financial and qualitative performance against forecasts and budgets, analysing variances (actual vs forecast, YoY, etc.)
• Use various data sources and critical thinking to challenge forecasts, variances and assumptions, maintaining clear documentation
• Investigate anomalies or errors with financial impact, clearly explain issues, and propose and follow up on solutions
• Develop and enhance data management and reporting processes, documenting these in the Planning Group’s procedures manual
• Provide proactive data-driven analysis and contribute to improving business performance
• Utilise Business Intelligence tools (Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx) for insightful reports and visualisations

Data Analyst Ideal Candidate:
• 2–3 years’ experience as a Data Analyst or Business Intelligence Analyst, ideally within financial or professional services
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred)
• Strong numerical, accounting, and financial interpretation skills
• Advanced Excel skills essential; knowledge of MS Access, VBA, and SQL is an advantage
• Experience with data analysis, data optimisation, and data cleansing
• Proficiency with Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx or similar BI tools
• Knowledge of trade finance products highly desirable
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Clear verbal and written presentation skills with the ability to explain complex information concisely, using visual aids
• Ability to document work logically and clearly in procedures
• Flexible and able to multitask, with a collaborative team mindset, respectful communication, honesty, integrity, high ethical standards, and open-mindedness towards change
• Business level of English
• Some understanding of Japanese culture and Japanese language would be advantageous

** All applicants for the Data Analyst must have the right to work in the UK without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support.

**YMS and graduate visa holders with more than 18 months remaining on their visa may also apply, depending on their experience.