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Data Business Analyst

Belfast
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Data Analyst, 10-month contract, Belfast (3 days in office), up to £360 p/d

This role is part of a Markets Transformation Team focused on the timely execution of technical, data-centric deliverables. The successful candidate will lead strategic data initiatives, working across Front Office, Technology, and Business teams to design and implement solutions that support critical data integration and transformation. The role demands a strong background in data analysis, solution design, and project management, with the ability to manage complex technical deliveries across multiple stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities

Lead technical projects to deliver Front Office Critical Data Elements into a central Data Lake.
Apply independent critical thinking and data analysis to break down complex problems into actionable deliverables.
Collaborate with Data Leads and Front Office IT teams to define solutions and delivery plans.
Maintain a hands-on approach to project delivery, ensuring requirements are understood and implemented correctly.
Coordinate end-to-end delivery across multiple teams, managing dependencies and timelines.
Build strong relationships across Business, Technology, and Transformation teams to support program execution.
Engage and influence senior stakeholders through effective communication and presentations.
Essential Criteria

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in technical delivery, data analysis, or solution design.
Proven experience working with large datasets and relational databases using SQL and object-oriented programming languages (e.g., Python).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently across teams.
Strong understanding of the trade lifecycle and Capital Markets functions.
Experience working on cross-asset or Front Office builds, or directly with business teams such as Product Control or Middle Office.
Although this role is for 10 months there is a high possibility it will extend past that. This role would be required to be in the office at least 3 days per week in Belfast. If you're interested in this role, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV

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