Data Analyst - Consulting Firm - Contractual

At Outsized, we match clients in financial services and management consulting to high-quality independent consultants and boutique/specialist firms for the execution of their key projects

JD:

- Our client, a global management consulting firm, is seeking a highly experienced Data Analyst who will be a key player in the BI team, part of the Consumer Banking business, leveraging data to drive strategic business decisions.

- This role requires a blend of technical prowess and business acumen to translate complex datasets into actionable insights.

- The ideal candidate will bring a proactive approach to data analysis, seeking out opportunities to drive innovation and efficiency within the BI team.

- We are looking for a data enthusiast who is eager to contribute to the bank's growth and success through insightful data analysis.

- The experience range required is 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in payments or banking industry.

What will you be doing:

- Data Analysis: Conduct complex data analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and key takeaways that inform business strategies

- Reporting: Develop comprehensive reports and dashboards that clearly present findings to stakeholders

- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with various teams to integrate data insights into business decision-making processes.

- Stakeholder Communication: Engage with stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide tailored, data-driven solutions

- Documentation: Maintain meticulous documentation of data analysis methodologies and outcomes

Your background:

Technical:

- Experience with Data Extraction (Extract, Transform and Load) ETL techniques and technologies

- Data analysis / segmentation based on key criteria

- Oracle SQL, SQL Server (SRSS), Power BI / Tableau ; SAS / R / Python

- Advanced Excel capabilities, including data manipulation and visualisation techniques.

Non-Technical:

- Strong presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex data insights clearly and impactfully

- Experience in Banking and Financial Services

- In-depth knowledge of the cards business and loyalty marketing strategies

- Proven track record in campaign fulfillment and tracking, with a focus on measurable outcomes

- Experience with Think Cell and MS PowerPoint

- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities

- Experience with cloud-based data platforms and big data tools (e.g. Azure)

- Capacity to manage large datasets and perform analysis under tight deadlines

- Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging both technical and non-technical audiences

- A collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic, cross-functional environment

- Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting

This is a contractual opportunity with an initial 11-month contract. This project is based out of Abu Dhabi, and the chosen consultant will be required to relocate or travel to Abu Dhabi for the entire duration of the project.