Staff Data Analyst, Operations

Wise; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary of £100,000 - £125,000

RSUs in a growing public company

Flexible work options

Private Medical Insurance

Paid sabbatical leave

Annual self-development budget

Fun group activities

Job summary

A global technology company in Greater London is seeking a Staff Analyst to lead complex analytical projects and drive strategic initiatives. The role requires advanced technical skills in SQL and data analysis, and the ability to influence senior leadership. You'll mentor a talented team and set the standard for technical excellence. Competitive salary and benefits, including RSUs and flexible working conditions, are offered. Join to play a key role in making finance accessible for everyone.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to think strategically and align analytical work with company objectives.
• Expert in SQL and data pipeline tools, capable of designing scalable data solutions.
• Experience in leading large-scale projects with high autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical roadmaps and strategic initiatives aligned with company goals.
• Take ownership of complex analytical projects from conception to delivery.
• Act as a trusted partner to senior leadership, preparing and delivering presentations.

Skills

SQL

Data pipeline tools

Analytical problem-solving

Project management

Mentoring

Job description

Company Description

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed. Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their lives easier and save them money. As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money. For everyone, everywhere.

Job Description

More about our mission and what we offer. At Wise, our Staff Analyst is a pivotal technical leadership position, acting as a force multiplier for our entire Operations Analytics team. This isn't about running queries and building dashboards; it's about owning complex, ambiguous challenges from end to end, from identifying critical business opportunities to architecting the scalable data solutions that will power our future. You’ll be one of Wise’s most senior individual contributors, working with a high degree of autonomy. We're looking for a true analytics technical leader who thrives on autonomy and is driven to make a tangible impact. You will be a trusted partner to senior leadership, using your deep technical expertise and strategic insights to influence decisions and drive outcomes. You'll not only lead our most critical analytical projects but also mentor a talented team of analysts, setting the standard for technical excellence and fostering a culture of continuous growth. If you are a proactive, strategic thinker who wants to solve problems that matter on a global scale, this is your opportunity. Join us and play a key role in building the future of finance, making our mission of money without borders a reality for millions of customers.

What You’ll Do

• Drive Strategic Impact: Lead analytical roadmaps and strategic initiatives that align with Wise's long-term goals. You'll identify high-impact opportunities, cut through ambiguity on critical projects, and drive outcomes in leadership forums.
• Own Complex Problem-Solving: Take ownership of large, complex analytical projects from conception to delivery. You'll define project structures, align senior stakeholders, and navigate technical ambiguity to execute at pace.
• Influence and Lead: Act as a trusted partner to senior leadership. You'll prepare and deliver high-level presentations, skillfully tailor your communication to influence diverse audiences, and resolve conflicts decisively by leveraging data to build consensus.
• Champion Technical Excellence: Pioneer the development of efficient, high‑performing SQL, and lead the design of scalable data infrastructure and workflows using tools like dbt. You will establish and enforce best practices in coding, data analysis, and system design across the team.
• Mentor and Develop Talent: Play a key role in growing our analytics function. You will mentor other analysts, identify and close gaps in technical and domain knowledge, and promote a culture of continuous learning and development.

What You’ll Bring

• Strategic Mindset: Proven ability to think strategically, connect analytical work to broader company objectives, and drive projects that deliver significant impact across multiple teams or tribes.
• Flawless Execution: A track record of leading large-scale, complex projects with a high degree of autonomy. You can create multi‑quarter roadmaps and execute on time‑sensitive, critical initiatives.
• Advanced Technical Skills: Full independence in your technical abilities. You are an expert in SQL, data pipeline tools (like dbt), and data analysis, with the ability to design and architect scalable, future‑proofed data solutions.
• Leadership and Influence: Experience in mentoring and developing analysts. You are a compelling communicator who can build strong partnerships with senior stakeholders, drive consensus, and foster a culture of constructive feedback.
• Proactive Ownership: A deep sense of ownership and proactivity. You don't just complete tasks; you identify opportunities, champion new tools and frameworks, and set an example for the entire analytics community at Wise.

Benefits

• Base salary of £100,000 - £125,000 (based on experience)
• RSU's in a growing and public company
• Work from (almost) anywhere in the world for up to 90 days a year
• Flexible working - you’re trusted to do the right thing and be responsible
• Private Medical Insurance + Life Insurance
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work scheme
• A paid 6-week sabbatical leave after four years
• 26 weeks maternity leave at full pay
• An annual self-development budget
• Annual Mission Days festival
• Pet friendly offices
• Lots of fun group activities like yoga, running and boardgame nights
• Find out more about our benefits in our London office.

For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive. We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences. Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

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