Data Test Analyst

Data Test Analyst

Posted 2 weeks ago by Gibbs Hybrid

£440 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
London, UK

Summary: Atrium EMEA is seeking an experienced Data Test Analyst for a prominent IT services client, specifically a leading UK bank. The role requires recent experience with enterprise-level banking clients and involves a hybrid working arrangement. The position focuses on data testing, validation, and automation using Python and SQL, with a strong emphasis on financial and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and execute test scripts based on complex financial and regulatory requirements.
  • Perform large-scale data validation, transformation, and quality testing across flat files and structured datasets.
  • Use Python and SQL to automate testing and validate risk and market data.
  • Coordinate with multiple teams to manage test versions, defect resolution, and test cycle reporting.
  • Document test outcomes, trends, and anomalies using tools like JIRA and Confluence.

Key Skills:

  • Strong background in data testing within banking or financial services environments (essential).
  • Proficiency in Python and SQL for automation and data analysis.
  • Experience working with equity derivatives, Fixed Income products, and market risk data.
  • Familiarity with FRTB regulations, risk measures, and reference/static data.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Salary (Rate): £440 per day

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Atrium EMEA are on the lookout for an experienced Data Test Analyst for a world-leading IT services client. The end client for this project is a top UK bank. To be considered, you must have recent experience working with enterprise-level banking clients.

Location: Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite in Central London
Day Rate: £400-£440 per day (Inside IR35, non-negotiable)
Duration: 6-month initial contract (extensions likely)
Clearance: Must be eligible to work in the UK

Key Responsibilities:
* Design and execute test scripts based on complex financial and regulatory requirements.
* Perform large-scale data validation, transformation, and quality testing across flat files and structured datasets.
* Use Python and SQL to automate testing and validate risk and market data.
* Coordinate with multiple teams to manage test versions, defect resolution, and test cycle reporting.
* Document test outcomes, trends, and anomalies using tools like JIRA and Confluence.

Key Skills & Experience:
* Strong background in data testing within banking or financial services environments (essential).
* Proficiency in Python and SQL for automation and data analysis.
* Experience working with equity derivatives, Fixed Income products, and market risk data.
* Familiarity with FRTB regulations, risk measures, and reference/static data.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Candidates must live within a commutable distance to London and have recent experience working with top-tier UK financial services organisations.