Data Analyst

Xpansiv
Sheffield
3 days ago
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Overview

Xpansiv is the leading infrastructure provider for the energy transition markets.

Our comprehensive platform includes registries, online marketplaces, market execution services, wholesale power solutions, and market data for energy and environmental commodity markets. Trusted worldwide, Xpansiv enables stakeholders to deliver transparent, credible, and auditable environmental claims to address the growing global demand for assurance and accountability on climate action and sustainability performance.

From our founding in 2009 through more than 10 acquisitions, Xpansiv has become a global leader in environmental commodity markets. We are backed by Blackstone and other leading investors.

Position summary

The Data Analyst supports the creation and maintenance of data-driven insights that help inform and support our business strategy. They will be responsible for the extraction, analysis, and presentation of a wide range of data across Evident’s product portfolio to deliver data-driven change and improve decision making. Working with others across the business to understand business requirements to identify data needs, the data analyst will perform data cleansing, processing, and validation to ensure data quality.

The job description and person specification are an outline of the current tasks, priorities, responsibilities, and outcomes required of the role and are not meant to be an exhaustive list. The job holder will undertake any other duties or responsibilities as may reasonably be required by their line manager.



Essential Function

  • Undertake complex analysis of large data sets to identify key patterns, trends, anomalies, and correlations across different geographical markets, timeframes, and products. For example, provide analysis for new geographic markets and products that Evident may potentially enter.
  • Utilise appropriate software (primarily, Tableau, but other software may also be used) to extract, cleanse, and build comprehensive predictive models of business data, utilising machine learning techniques and algorithms where appropriate.
  • Design and implement comprehensive dashboards and reports to effectively communicate data-driven insights to stakeholders.
  • Support, and undertake the writing of reports and presentations that present data and findings in a clear and concise manner, to support operational performance and effective decision making.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to develop insights and improvements to business performance, translating stakeholder needs into meaningful risk assessment and business growth insights.
  • Take initiative to independently grow and integrate the role with existing team members.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Provide analytic support and process re-development plans to Senior Leadership as required.
  • Proactively identify process improvement opportunities and take ownership of implementing agreed improvements.
Skills & Qualifications
  • BSc, preferably in Data Science, Mathematics, Economics or a related field
  • Strong analytical skills and a curious mindset that can look for insights and extract value from complex data sets
  • Diligent and methodical approach to work that ensures data integrity is always monitored and maintained
  • Flexible, self-starter who can work independently to explore data for insights while managing multiple workstreams and deadlines
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate findings to, and listen to the needs of various functions within the business
Preferred Skills
  • Experience working with databases and SQL
  • Experience in data manipulation and visualization utilizing BI software (ex Tableau, Power BI)
  • Experience with data programming language such as Python and R to conduct robust machine learning and forecasting exercises.
What you can expect throughout the interview process

Step 1- Shortlisting of resume & Recruiter screening

Step 2- Hiring Manager MS teams call

Step 3- Interview with the team

Compensation

Base Salary (note: bold tag converted to as needed)

Compensation for this role will vary among specific regions due to geographic differentials in the labor market; actual pay will be determined considering factors such as relevant skills and experience, knowledge, education and training. However, compensation in the following regions is expected to be as follows:

Sheffield: Compensation is expected to be between

£38,000 and £42,000

EEO Statement

Here at Xpansiv, we cultivate diversity, celebrate individuality, and believe unique perspectives are key to our collective success in building trust and transparency in global efforts toward net-zero future. Xpansiv is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Note to Recruiters: Xpansiv does not accept unsolicited resumes or referrals from placement agencies, staffing vendors or other external parties seeking recruiting fees without a signed formal agreement.


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