Hybrid Data Acquisition Lead

Financial Conduct Authority; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A regulatory agency for financial services in the UK seeks a Data Acquisition Lead to manage a data strategy team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data roles, people management skills, and the ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders. This role offers competitive salary ranging £59,100 - £73,700 in Edinburgh with a hybrid work model, generous leave, and benefits including a strong pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid model with up to 60% remote work

Non-contributory pension (8–12%)

Private healthcare with Bupa

Paid volunteering annually (35 hours)

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in data-related roles with problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing teams or project delivery.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the team's workload with prioritization.
• Mentor and coach associates and contractors as needed.
• Lead evaluation of data collection projects with robust analysis.

Skills

Data interpretation and problem-solving

People management

Communication and stakeholder engagement

Numerical and logical reasoning

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Data analysis skills (Advanced Excel, SQL)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Advanced Excel

SQL

Job description

A regulatory agency for financial services in the UK seeks a Data Acquisition Lead to manage a data strategy team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data roles, people management skills, and the ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders. This role offers competitive salary ranging £59,100 - £73,700 in Edinburgh with a hybrid work model, generous leave, and benefits including a strong pension scheme.