Excel Expert - Remote

YO IT Consulting; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

YO IT Consulting is seeking an Excel Expert to apply their proficiency in Microsoft Excel to enhance AI system training. This role involves reviewing complex Excel files and providing actionable insights for business operations, strategy, and data analysis.

The ideal candidate possesses expert-level skills in Excel, strong analytical capabilities, and excellent communication skills. This position allows for remote work and requires an innovative mindset to develop effective Excel solutions.

Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in Excel including advanced functions and automation.
• Proven experience in developing Excel solutions for business operations.
• Strong analytical skills for solving complex business problems.

Responsibilities

• Review and enhance complex Excel files for business operations.
• Provide feedback on best practices in Excel for operational use.
• Collaborate with the customer to identify workflows represented in Excel.

Skills

Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience with data analysis

Job description

Job Title

Excel Expert

Job Type

Contract

Location

Remote

Job Summary

In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next‑generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high‑quality, real‑world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and enhance complex Excel files relevant to business operations, strategy, and data analysis.
• Provide detailed feedback and examples of best practices in Excel for operational and consulting use cases (excluding finance).
• Design, document, and share templates or solutions that reflect expert knowledge for AI learning purposes.
• Collaborate with the customer’s team to identify key workflows and operational challenges represented in Excel documents.
• Evaluate and simulate real‑world business problems using advanced Excel features and formulas.
• Communicate clearly and effectively in written and verbal formats, ensuring precise and comprehensive documentation.
• Contribute to the creation of data analysis case studies and operational scenarios leveraging Excel expertise.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Expert‑level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions, pivot tables, data validation, and automation tools.
• Proven experience developing Excel solutions for business operations, strategy, or consulting environments.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve complex, non‑financial business problems using Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to document processes, create instructional materials, and provide clear, actionable feedback.
• Experience with data analysis, scenario modeling, and workflow optimization in Excel.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a remote setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in business operations, strategy, or management consulting.
• Familiarity with AI training or contributing to machine learning datasets in a domain capacity.
• Experience developing Excel‑based tools or dashboards for operational excellence initiatives.