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Data Analyst

Ashurst
Glasgow
3 weeks ago
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The Opportunity:


We are looking for an experienced Data Analyst to join our Firm during an exciting period of transformation. This role will support the delivery of our shared service operating model through meaningful analysis, report production, KPI reporting and insight generation.


This role will be responsible for all aspects of report production, analysis and insight generation with a particular focus on the transformation of existing reports. The successful candidate will take the lead in implementing best practice approaches to report production and management information delivery.


Key responsibilities of the role include:

  • Acting as SME for our reporting systems and in turn using this knowledge to support junior team members with requests.
  • Assessing, prioritising and transforming an existing reporting suite, ensuring that data quality and report presentation are paramount.
  • Supporting analysts in the delivery of existing finance related reporting activities, ensuring all reports are delivered accurately and on time.
  • Creating data dashboards, graphs and visualisations.
  • Gathering, understanding and documenting detailed business reporting requirements using appropriate tools and techniques.


This is a full-time, permanent role based in our Glasgow office with hybrid working.


More information can be found in the job description attached to the role on our careers site.


About you:


The successful candidate will have:

  • Expert level MS Excel skills.
  • Ability to present data in a meaningful way.
  • Excellent analytical skills, able to develop and produce meaningful reports from multiple streams of data.
  • Passionate about all aspects of data including data mining, categorisation, report production, insight generation and analysis.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.


What makes Ashurst a great place to work?


We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:

  • competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;
  • flexible working;
  • corporate health plans;
  • a global professional development offering for all employees; and
  • an industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.


We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme.


We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.


Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence. It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work.

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