Data Insights Analyst

Randstad
London
1 year ago
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Job Title: Data Insight Analyst

Location: London

Type: 6 months Contract

Model: Hybrid

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and driven Insight Analyst to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions and business growth. Your expertise in data analysis, visualization, and communication will be crucial in delivering impactful presentations and recommendations tailored to our business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Analysis and Insight Generation: Utilize a broad range of techniques including data mapping, exploration, preparation, big data analytics, and statistical significance analysis to uncover trends and insights. Data Visualization and Communication: Create compelling visualizations and effectively communicate actionable insights to diverse audiences.

Skills Required:

Technical Proficiency: Strong experience with GCP BigQuery, SQL, and a solid understanding of Python. Statistical analysis and data visualization skills are essential. Commercial Acumen: Proven experience in a similar role (e.g., Insight Analyst, Data Insight Analyst) within the services sector (telecommunications, banking, insurance) with a demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information. Effective Communication: Success in delivering engaging presentations and visualizations to varied audiences, translating data insights into actionable business strategies. Collaborative Attitude: Cooperative and positive can-do attitude with the ability to work well in a team setting.

Top 3 Must-Haves:

Technical Skills: Proficiency in GCP BigQuery, SQL, and Python. Industry Experience: Recent and relevant experience in a similar role, ideally within the services sector (e.g., telco, banking, insurance). Insight Synthesis: Demonstrated success in synthesizing complex and ambiguous information to drive actionable insights and effective communication.

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Job Title: Data Insight Analyst

Location: London

Type: 6 months Contract

Model: Hybrid

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and driven Insight Analyst to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions and business growth. Your expertise in data analysis, visualization, and communication will be crucial in delivering impactful presentations and recommendations tailored to our business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Analysis and Insight Generation: Utilize a broad range of techniques including data mapping, exploration, preparation, big data analytics, and statistical significance analysis to uncover trends and insights. Data Visualization and Communication: Create compelling visualizations and effectively communicate actionable insights to diverse audiences.

Skills Required:

Technical Proficiency: Strong experience with GCP BigQuery, SQL, and a solid understanding of Python. Statistical analysis and data visualization skills are essential. Commercial Acumen: Proven experience in a similar role (e.g., Insight Analyst, Data Insight Analyst) within the services sector (telecommunications, banking, insurance) with a demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information. Effective Communication: Success in delivering engaging presentations and visualizations to varied audiences, translating data insights into actionable business strategies. Collaborative Attitude: Cooperative and positive can-do attitude with the ability to work well in a team setting.

Top 3 Must-Haves:

Technical Skills: Proficiency in GCP BigQuery, SQL, and Python. Industry Experience: Recent and relevant experience in a similar role, ideally within the services sector (e.g., telco, banking, insurance). Insight Synthesis: Demonstrated success in synthesizing complex and ambiguous information to drive actionable insights and effective communication.

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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