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Data Analyst | Manchester | Hybrid (1–2 days office-based) | Up to £45K + Bonus & Excellent Benefits
Drive insight. Deliver impact. Grow with us.
WEX Europe Services Ltd, proud owner of the Esso Card fuel card portfolio, is one of Europe’s largest providers of fuel cards, with a growing presence across the continent and the US.
We're expanding—and now we’re looking for a Data Analyst who’s ready to play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategy and driving data-led decisions across the business.
This is more than just a numbers job—it’s your opportunity to make a genuine impact in a fast-moving, data-centric organisation that values insight, innovation, and smart collaboration.
What’s in it for you?

  • £40,000–£45,000 per year (DOE)
  • Annual company bonus
  • Hybrid working (Manchester City Centre office 1–2 days a week)
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)
  • Industry-leading pension
  • Life assurance & income protection
  • Access to our employee wellbeing and perks platform
  • No evenings or weekends – just a healthy work-life balance
    Key Responsibilities of the Data Analyst:
    In this role, you’ll blend deep analytical thinking with strong commercial acumen. From forecasting and modelling to business partnering and variance analysis, you’ll help power decision-making at every level.
  • Analyse complex financial data to uncover trends, risks and opportunities
  • Develop and refine budgeting and forecasting models
  • Create powerful financial models to support strategic initiatives and capital investments
  • Deliver accurate, actionable reporting (P&L, balance sheets, dashboards, etc.)
  • Lead monthly and quarterly variance analysis
  • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Ops and SLT to monitor and optimise performance
  • Provide insights that improve revenue generation, cost control and profitability
  • Support the management of new revenue-generating workstreams
  • Drive ad-hoc financial studies and special projects
  • Contribute to cross-functional transformation programmes using Lean Six Sigma or Agile
    What you’ll bring:
  • Proven experience as a Data Analyst or similar role
  • Strong SQL skills (essential), plus experience with tools like Power BI, Tableau, Informatica or Python
  • Commercial awareness and the ability to deliver insight that influences senior stakeholders
  • Understanding of finance systems (e.g. Card 1, ICFS, AR, or payment platforms) is a real bonus
  • A methodical, proactive mindset and the ability to work independently
  • Degree educated or qualified by experience
    Ready to make your mark?
    If you’re a driven, data-savvy professional ready to take on your next challenge with a global leader, we want to hear from you.
    Apply now to join WEX Europe Services and help shape the future of fuel card technology and finance

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