Product Data Analyst

UK Regulators' Network
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Financial Conduct Authority
Regulating financial services firms and financial markets in the UK, https://www.fca.org.uk/careers


About the FCA and the Team

We regulate financial services firms in the UK, to keep financial markets fair, thriving and effective. By joining us, you’ll play a key part in protecting consumers, driving economic growth, and shaping the future of UK finance services.
The Data, Technology and Innovation (DTI) division enables the FCA to be a digital‑first, data‑led smart regulator by delivering a secure, agile, and cost‑effective technology and data ecosystem that drives better decisions, transparency, and operational efficiency.


Role Responsibilities

  • Take ownership and thoughtfully refine the product data backlog, translating business needs into actionable data requirements and prioritised analytics features that align with organisational goals.
  • Bring clarity and care to data delivery by modelling user journeys and data flows, crafting high‑quality user stories in Jira and maintaining well‑structured documentation to support collaboration.
  • Empower informed decision‑making through creating and enhancing dashboards and reports in tools such as Salesforce, Power BI and Tableau, ensuring accurate and meaningful business and regulatory insights.
  • Advocate for strong data governance and compliance by nurturing data quality and integrity, managing dependencies with attention to detail and following FCA Data Management Policies using approved lineage and metadata tools.
  • Encourage continuous learning and inclusive engagement by supporting backlog refinement, participating in sprints, assisting with UAT and committing to professional development in analytics and regulatory technology.
  • Collaborate within supportive, autonomous cross‑functional teams that value smart working, shared learning, and innovation, creating a safe space for experimentation and rapid improvement.
  • Join a purpose‑led culture that celebrates diversity and trust, empowering individuals without micro‑management, encouraging creativity in technology‑focused teams and ensuring work that makes a positive difference.

Location

London, Leeds, Edinburgh


Contract Type

Full time, Permanent


Closing Date

19/01/2026


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