Entry-Level Data Analyst

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Entry-Level Data Analyst – Finance

Location: Birmingham, UK – Flexible Working Options Available

About Our Client:

Our client is a respected financial institution based in Birmingham’s growing business district. Known for delivering innovative financial solutions, they harness the power of data to inform strategic decisions across multiple departments. They’re now looking for an Entry-Level Data Analyst to join their analytics team-ideal for someone eager to break into the financial sector and grow within a data-driven environment.

Role Overview:

Perfect for recent graduates or early-career professionals, this position offers hands-on exposure to financial data analysis, report building, and business insight generation-all while learning from experienced analysts and decision-makers.

Responsibilities:

  • Gather and process financial data from various internal and external sources with accuracy.
  • Conduct exploratory analysis to identify trends, outliers, and meaningful insights.
  • Create and maintain reports and dashboards for finance teams and other stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with finance and business departments to understand their analytical needs.
  • Support special projects that require quantitative analysis and problem-solving.
  • Continuously build your skills in financial analy...

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