Summary: The role of Data Analyst at a leading cloud-native global payments processor involves analyzing complex datasets to derive insights and present findings to senior stakeholders. This contract position is hybrid, requiring 2-3 days per week in the central London office, and is classified as inside IR35. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, particularly within the payments or fintech industry, and will utilize advanced Excel skills to support data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for business improvement.
• Develop and maintain Excel-based dashboards, reports, and data models for key stakeholders.
• Utilize Power Query and VBA to automate data processing and reporting workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide data-driven insights.
• Validate and clean data to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Support ad hoc reporting and analysis requests from internal teams.
• Optimize Excel spreadsheets for better performance and efficiency.
• Assist in integrating Excel-based reports with other analytical tools or databases.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience as a Data Analyst, preferably in the payments or fintech industry.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, Power Query, VBA, and advanced formulas.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience with data visualisation techniques in Excel and other BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.
• Familiarity with SQL and database structures is an advantage.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT