Data Analyst - Global Trade

Job description

Our Global Trade team develops actionable insight from data, supported by advanced skills in data analytics and model development. Deploying industry-leading analytics, this practice area provides insight to executives making strategic and operational decisions about their businesses Global Trade flows. UK’s Global Trade team is part of a European network, working collaboratively with teams across the continent to help clients understand the impacts of issues such as Brexit amongst other trade issues.

 
The opportunity
 

Due to unprecedented growth & demand the Global Trade team is looking for a talented individual to work with our existing analytics team in building and developing data models, databases and analytics projects supported by data visualization tools. We are open to individuals who have either an analytics or IT background that are willing to learn new skills.

 

This client facing team is a growing business which is expanding rapidly, working with major corporate clients focusing on innovation and data analysis. We operate in an international environment and working with both mid-size UK businesses and large multinational companies. We will support relevant training and qualifications.

 

Given the nature of the role, national and some international travel may be required

Your key responsibilities
·  Facilitate engagement process from start to finish including data collection and processing, data visualization and code writing
·  Lead/assist in the identification and documentation of data project requirements
·  Design and implement data analytical solutions such as frameworks, data models, visualisation and other analytical tools and applications
·  Apply analytical models and technique to derive insight and foresight from client data
·  Extract and articulate the added value behind the analysis
·  Conduct first level review of client deliverables
·  Ensure adherence to EY Quality and Risk Management procedures and responsibility for quality of analytical tools and applications
·  Working across our Tax practice & its various service offerings
·  Innovate and generate ideas to improve efficiency of the projects and client experience
·  Research new tools and applications
·  Helps the team achieve target fees by assisting in proposal development and other selling initiatives
Skills and attributes for success
·  Strong numerical and analytical skills
·  Willingness to work with unstructured, messy data
·  Excellent communication skills
·  Ability to coordinate project activities and work with cross-functional teams
·  Troubleshooting and problem solving skills
·  Team player
·  Customer service focused
·  Self-starter and results orientated, able to work under minimal guidance
·  Intellectual curiosity and desire to learn new things, techniques and technologies
·  Entrepreneurial mind set
·  Willingness to travel
To qualify for the role you must have
·  Good data manipulation skills required including cleaning and managing data
·  Understanding the value of analytics and capable of articulating this to non-technical stakeholders
·  Experience with data visualisation tools and packages (e.g. Microsoft PowerBI, Tableau, Spotfire, or Qlikview)
·  Advanced MS Excel skills
·  Ability to research, learn and apply technology to solve business problems
Ideally you’ll also have
·  University degree in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics, Operational Research, Computer science, Engineering, Information Systems and/or equivalent formal training or work experience preferred but not essential
·  Scripting/programming languages is a plus (Python, R, Alteryx etc.)
·  Experience in an analytical/algorithm/data/software development
·  Experience of Machine Learning development
·  Experience of working in a professional services environment
What we look for

You’ll be a trusted business advisor to our clients, so they’ll look to you to find, ask and answer the questions nobody else has asked yet and then develop and execute an effective service. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities, and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you. Our projects often involve managing multiple stakeholders and high degrees of complexity and uncertainty.  Decision making in this environment requires strong client management and communication skills, rigorous analytical techniques and excellent data handling skills.

Who we are

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

 

What working at EY offers

 


We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

   

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around

• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career

• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

About EY

 

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality. If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world.