Graduate/early career role in Data & Analytics and Finance, based in London with hybrid working, managing credit risk data, performing analysis, and supporting operational improvements.Who we areCredit Benchmark is a financial data analytics company bringing together the credit risk assessments of the world’s leading financial institutions to deliver greater visibility into the credit quality of individual entities.We are growing rapidly and are looking for a permanent, full time Data Operations Analyst to join our London Team. This role is based in our London office with hybrid working.This is a great opportunity to join a growing organisation that builds a unique financial data service harnessing intelligence from some of the most prominent financial institutions around the worldThe roleReporting to the Head of Client Operations, the ideal candidate will be a recent graduate, ready to start a career in the financial industry with an interest in credit risk and the broader financial markets. We would also consider someone with some existing experience (1- 3 years) within the industry.To succeed in this role, the candidate will bring a mix of innovative thinking, problem-solving, technical expertise, and strong relationship-building skills.As a Data Operations Analyst, the candidate will:Be part of a busy and diverse team and will play a key part in maintaining and helping to develop our growing credit risk data serviceBe responsible for overseeing our core data operations: from working with data contributors to ensuring quality and accuracy of data input & output, to managing the processing of complex datasets, and diving into such datasets to resolve problems and provide value-added analysis and customer support.Help to implement and optimize data-driven solutions and process enhancements that drive efficiency and innovationUse technical expertise and analytical skills to solve complex data challenges and enable data-focused decision making within the teamYour responsibilities will includeOwnership and development of our data processing operations and data solutions: Identify, prioritise and resolve data quality issues and exceptionsQuality and execution of service: Ensuring the timely delivery of Credit Benchmark services, meeting service level targetsPartnership with our data contributors: build and manage professional client relationships, to ensure smooth running of the data aggregation process and effective handling, escalation and response to queries/issuesWorking with other internal teams such as Sales, Analytics or Product to jointly respond to client queries, ad-hoc projects, or handle other internal projects, queries or developments.Develop and implement continuous improvements and solutions to operational processes, increasing accuracy and efficiency of data processingWhat we are looking for Ideally the candidate will:Demonstrate interest and knowledge in financial markets, the economy especially around credit riskHave a University or College degree in Computer Science, Finance, Economics or similar degree in a field with a substantial numerical/quantitative componentHave prior experience working in a data processing role within an organisation or professional environmentHave strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills, with good attention to detailPossess excellent administrative and project management skills to be able to manage workload priorities and effectively deliver to deadlinesHave the ability to work under pressure in a professional mannerBe a self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as collaborate with team membersBe diligent, proactive, driven and have the ability to demonstrate initiativeHave excellent communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.Demonstrate Excel proficiency and familiarity with R, Python, and SQL for data analysisBenefitsHybrid working and flexibility: Healthy work/life balanceHolidays: Competitive holiday packageHealth and Wellbeing: Private health Insurance cover + companywide wellbeing daysPension: Opportunity to join company pension plan with financial education and supportTravel: Cycle to work schemeFamily Friendly: Supportive environment and generous paid leave for new parentsLearning and Development: Professional development opportunities through seminars, conferences, training and courses and internal mentorshipCommunity: Supportive, collaborative and social team environmentOur commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusionAt Credit Benchmark, we are deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. This means celebrating who we are as individuals and as a team because our company and culture reflect the sum of our employees. We strive to create a mindful and respectful environment that includes fairness, kindness, and understanding. We empower each other to bring our authentic selves to work and champion our colleagues’ development and achievements. Our diversity brings a multitude of perspectives and ideas and is imperative to the success of our business. We are dedicated to ensuring that principles of diversity, equity and inclusion are rooted in Credit Benchmark’s DNA. We continue to build on these principles as our company grows while retaining the progress we have made as team. Credit Benchmark is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We believe no one should be at a professional disadvantage because of their background. We do not discriminate based upon any legally protected characteristic and are committed to fostering a working culture that is free of discrimination and harassment. Credit Benchmark is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures and employment.
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