SQL Data Analyst

Belfast
11 months ago
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This role is to assist with the delivery of data management for supervisory and Transaction Monitoring Controls across markets, responsible for the ongoing monitoring and governance of data quality across alerts from multiple platforms to ensure that controls are effective. The data quality process includes Critical Data Element (CDE) identification, creation of appropriate data quality rules, quarterly monitoring of the rules to agreed thresholds and reporting control effectiveness results within the MCA.
Key responsibilities

Identify, prioritise and proactively manage data-related dependencies, risks, exceptions, issues and escalate when required.
SME level experience with data-related investigations.
Consult with business end users to ensure appropriate integration of functions and define system enhancements and automation to deploy process enhancements.
Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address known data-related gaps and deficiencies in an effective and timely manner.
Provide input into the design, development, implementation and maintenance of the overall data risk management framework.
Resolve a variety of high-impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation and investigation of complex data and system processes.
Essential criteria

At least 3 years' experience in a data-related role
Extensive experience using SQL
Demonstrated experience managing the design, development, implementation and maintenance of overall data risk management frameworks.
Strong understanding of data integration, system enhancements, and mitigation strategies for data gaps.
Excellent skills to consult with end users and define system enhancements for process improvements.This role will be a hybrid role with 3 days in the office in Belfast. Although the role is initially for a 8-month period there is a high possibility of extension. If you're interested in this role, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call me on (phone number removed).
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