Head of Data Analysis

Avomind
London
1 year ago
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About the company:

Our client is a specialist in the energy transition sector. They assist businesses in their growth by informing them about project developments, financing innovations, and new sources of capital, thereby influencing the evolution of the industry and inspiring leadership in energy transition. Committed to providing comprehensive coverage, insightful analysis, and thought-provoking content on all aspects of the energy transition, their team of passionate professionals works tirelessly to deliver accurate, timely, and engaging information. This ensures that their audience remains well-informed about the evolving energy transition landscape.

Their intelligence platform is tailored to the needs of their clients, which include funds and investors, banks, advisory firms, as well as developers and utilities. They offer a variety of products across three main verticals: data, news & analysis, and events. Joining this organization means entering a company with ambitions to continue growing at a significant pace, excelling in existing markets, and expanding their products into new areas.

They aim to offer an exciting role with great career progression in a friendly and motivating company environment. They take pride in their positive character and culture of inclusion, supported by regular well-being initiatives. Fully adopting a work-life balance approach, they understand the importance of balancing time between working from home and benefiting from a fun office environment.

About the role:

Our client is seeking a dynamic individual who is a data analyst with finance expertise. You will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between data analysis and financial insights within the organization. Reporting directly to their Head of Content, you will lead their data team, consisting of lead data analysts and junior analysts, and will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of data-driven reports.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Lead the data team, overseeing the importation and analysis of data from various sources, including news reporters and project finance databases.
  2. Serve as the liaison between the data team and other departments, ensuring that data analysis is translated into actionable insights and reports.
  3. Take ownership of the data cleaning process to ensure accuracy and reliability in reporting.
  4. Utilize finance knowledge to provide in-depth analysis of the energy transition landscape, including understanding financial implications and opportunities.
  5. Track developments in the energy and infrastructure sectors.
  6. Contribute to media publications covering topics related to energy transition and climate change, providing analytical perspectives rooted in finance and data analysis.

Requirements:

  1. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field.
  2. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in data analysis, preferably within the financial industry.
  3. Strong understanding of data handling techniques and experience with large datasets.
  4. Experience in the energy or infrastructure sectors is highly desirable.
  5. Excellent communication skills.
  6. Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  7. Entrepreneurial mindset with a drive to take on new challenges and make a significant impact.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an entry-level candidate looking to take their career to the next level or a senior analyst seeking a new challenge in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about data analysis and finance, we encourage you to apply.

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