Our client in the banking sector is currently seeking an experienced Financial and Data Analyst to join their team on a temporary contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills to contribute to high-impact projects within a dynamic and fast-paced financial environment.
Responsibilities :
* Developing and maintaining the Strategic Target System ("STS") scorecard, including KPIs definition, calibration, and data automation.
* Running the STS on a quarterly basis: from data collection and quality control to output production and analysis.
* Drafting analytical reports and updates for senior management and the Board of Directors as well as strategy papers.
* Participate in the development of dynamic financial datasets (including balance sheets and other statements).
* Leading and supporting tasks related to the team's procedures and processes.
* Acting as an internal expert in data science and analytics, contributing to the development of tools, models, and advanced analysis for strategic purposes.
* Promoting a strong analytical culture within the FSO, ensuring proper assistance on data analytics matters, and providing guidance on the independent use of models and analytical tools developed by the team.
* Enhancing analytical capabilities through innovative methods and advanced data tools.
* Participating in cross-functional and cross-departmental projects, offering both strategic and data-driven perspectives.
Qualifications :
* University degree, preferably at postgraduate level, in Finance, Strategy, STEM or a related field.
* At least three (3) years of relevant professional experience in data/business analytics, financial modelling or corporate strategy, ideally within the finance sector.
* Proven experience in querying, analysing, and visualising large datasets using tools such as Python, R, SQL, SAS or Alteryx, and visualisation platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
* Proficiency with Excel is required (VBA is an asset).
* Experience in strategic dashboarding is a distinctive advantage.
* Skills in quantitative modelling, projections and financial analysis methodologies as well as notions in accounting are an asset.
* Understanding of statistical techniques (e.g., Regression, A/B Testing, Causal Inference) and their application in business contexts is considered a strong asset.
* Experience in project management is advantageous.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English. Knowledge of other EU languages is an asset.
Competencies :
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong aptitude for numerical and data-driven tasks.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across teams and levels.
* Ability to challenge existing assumptions with data-driven reasoning.
* Creativity and strategic thinking, with the ability to propose new approaches.
* Results-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
* High sense of initiative, responsibility, and organisational awareness.