Data Science and Analytics Senior Business Analyst

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Data Science and Analytics Senior Business Analyst, Leeds

Location: Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: dc1370ee5f8e

Job Views: 12

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Data Science and Analytics Senior Business Analyst

Salary: National from £51,200 to £64,500; London from £56,400 to £70,000

Are you interested in joining a team that empowers the FCA through the delivery of cutting-edge data science tools and services?

The team/department: The Advanced Analytics and Data Science Units (AA&DSUs) is part of the Intelligence & Digital (I&D) division within Data, Technology & Innovation (DTI). It includes data scientists, AI strategists, engineers, change experts, designers, and business analysts.

This role is part of the Business Consulting & Pipeline (BC&P) team, which collaborates across the organization to discover, scope, and design solutions meeting user and business needs. They also manage the project pipeline, prioritizing based on strategic objectives and value.

What you will be doing

• Identify data science opportunities: support at least one data science unit/strategic program, co-owning the project lifecycle to identify and scope project ideas.
• Conduct discovery workshops: design and deliver workshops to understand stakeholder pain points and explore how data science can help.
• Convert business requirements into solutions: translate user pain points into functional and non-functional requirements collaboratively.
• Shape strategic direction: assist management in defining project scope, stakeholders, and strategic recommendations.
• Manage pipeline of projects: co-own with management, scoping, prioritizing, and reporting on data science projects.
• Develop ways of working: share business analyst skills, develop best practices, and assets within the team.

What you will get from the role

• Impact: contribute to data science solutions that support data-led regulation, protecting consumers and promoting economic growth.
• Being part of a dynamic team: work with passionate colleagues in an open, collaborative environment.
• Exposure: engage with senior stakeholders to identify opportunities.
• Innovative work: leverage data science to address major financial regulation challenges.

Benefits

Flexible benefits scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, pension contributions, life assurance, income protection, hybrid working options.

Skills and experience required

• Proven experience as a Senior Business Analyst or similar role in data science, analytics, tech/IT consultancy, fintech, or innovation sectors.
• Experience with full project lifecycle, waterfall and agile methodologies.
• Strong stakeholder relationship skills, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality outputs.

About the FCA

The FCA regulates UK financial firms to ensure honest, fair, and competitive markets, protecting consumers and supporting economic growth.

Values & Diversity

The FCA promotes inclusion and diversity, welcoming applications from women, disabled, and minority ethnic candidates. Flexible working arrangements are supported.

Location

Roles are available in Edinburgh, Leeds, or London, with location preferences during application.

Application Process

Applications close at 23:59 on 14th July 2024. The process includes screening, competency interview, and technical case study. Contact details are provided for internal and external applicants.

Support and Accessibility

We offer reasonable adjustments for applicants with accessibility needs. All applications must be submitted through our online portal.