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Senior Data Analyst

Vanrath
Belfast
1 week ago
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Job Description


VANRATH is pleased to be partnering with aglobal payments leaderto recruit aLead Data Engineerfor a fully remote, permanent role. This is a unique opportunity toestablish and leada Data Analytics function, shaping strategy and delivering insights that drive growth and innovation within a rapidly evolving industry.
You'll join a forward-thinking organisation that is building the next generation of capabilities to power amerchant-centric ecosystem. The environment is collaborative, outcome-focused, and empowers small teams to tackle real-world problems with curiosity and pragmatism.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with stakeholders to scope, prioritise, and execute complex data analyses that inform strategic decisions
- Develop insights and models using SQL, Looker, and other reporting tools to optimise business outcomes
- Oversee advanced analytics and define key performance indicators and performance metrics
- Collaborate with Data Engineering to build data pipelines and define reporting requirements
- Lead the creation of frameworks, processes, and tools to embed analytics into business decision-making
- Deliver compelling data visualisations and self-service reporting to support business functions
- Act as a thought leader to promote a data-driven culture within the organisation
Essential Criteria
- Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline
- 7+ years of experience with advanced SQL (Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MSSQL, etc.)
- 5+ years of experience with reporting/visualization tools (Looker, Tableau, Power BI, etc.)
- Strong knowledge ofLooker / LookMLhighly desirable
- Deep understanding of data preparation, processing, and classification
- Experience working with Agile methodologies and collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Strong consultative, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Proven ability to lead initiatives and work closely with stakeholders to deliver actionable insights
What's on offer?
✅ Fully remote working
✅ A chance to build and shape a new Data Analytics function
✅ A collaborative, outcome-driven culture with minimal red tape
✅ Opportunities for continuous learning, innovation, and career development


Interested in learning more?
Apply today or reach out to VANRATH for a confidential discussion.
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