Data Analytics Specialist - AVP Level (m/fd)
Frankfurt, HE, DE, 60311
SMBC: A trusted partner for the long term
Here at SMBC Group, we want to help you find the next step in your career so read on to discover if this opportunity is the one for you. We like to recognise potential in our people, so we welcome your application even when your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description. Whilst we’ll always strive to be better, we’re proud of our inclusive culture, and encourage our applicants and colleagues to be their authentic, unique selves.
Who we are
United by a sense of purpose towards our customers – to be a trusted partner for the long-term – and our universal banking platform in EMEA, SMBC Group has an international growth agenda and award-winning products, meaning we provide exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives. We deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers as well as investment banking and advisory services, and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets. Read on to find out how you could enhance your skills and gain valuable experience, by joining us to support our clients transition to a sustainable future.
The Data Analyst (m/f/d) will support the Data Analytics team to deliver the function’s core capabilities and services. They will support the Data Analytics Team to develop and mature analytical capabilities across SMBC EMEA. They will also work with wider EMEA Data Office to deliver against our new Data Strategy for SMBC.
A primary objective will be to work with internal stakeholders to turn their data into actionable insights which deliver business value to support our strategic objectives. The Data Analyst will also support the roll-out and adoption of self-serve analytics.
We are seeking an enthusiastic problem solver who is keen to get involved at the early part of an exciting journey for the bank. The role will be involved in some interesting work including innovative prototyping, small projects, and larger programs of work.
If you want to make a real difference, and not just in one team but across the entire bank, we would love to speak to you more.
Role Summary
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
- Preparing and transforming data for use in analytics products using appropriate tooling and techniques
- Delivering new analytics products using best practice data analysis and data visualisation techniques to translate complex data into insightful reports and interactive dashboards.
- Supporting the delivery of proofs-of-concept to test feasibility and value, uncovering benefits for our stakeholders, customers, and businesses.
- Deliveringssions on best practice for data analysis and data visualisation as well as providing in-house training.
- Developing templates, best practice guidance and standards for use by the EMEA Analytics Community.
- Supporting the rollout and driving the adoption of Self-Serve Analytics.
- Working with the analysts embedded within business teams to help them create data visualisations content which will harness their data assets and turn them into actionable insights.
- Identifying cross-functional use-cases where data analysis and data visualisation techniques can be applied to deliver business value.
- Supporting initiatives in EUC optimisation
- Presenting interesting insights to the wider business.
- Collaborating with the wider data family, including analysts, engineers, and product managers
Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications
- Strong experience with using Power BI and/or Tableau to develop insightful and interactive data driven dashboards.
- Competency in SQL / NoSQL programming and its use in developing analytics products.
- Strong data manipulation and preparation skills with experience of using Alteryx or similar applications.
- Ability to maintain, support and change analytics products like Tableau or Power BI Dashboards using appropriate version control methodologies.
- Solid understanding of the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Testing as relevant to analytics and experience of applying appropriate testing methodologies to quality assure development.
- Competency in Automation and Artificial Intelligence and its use in analytics usecases
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- A good understanding of basic statistical concepts
- A good understanding of, and experience of applying, project management principles and approaches like waterfall and agile.
- Experience of training others in the use of Tableau and/or Power BI.
- Experience of working in the financial services industry and knowledge of data related regulatory requirements.
- Experience working in a data team and collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify, scope and develop data analytics solutions.
- An outstanding problem solver who has an analytical mindset, is inquisitive, innovative, and excellent with technology enabling a creative approach to solution scoping and delivery.
- Ability to plan and manage own work with minimal supervision.
Business Area
The EU AG Data Office as part of the EMEA Data Office sits within the Operations, Planning and Data Department, covering all EU AG entities (including Securities and Banking subsidiaries) and all datasets. This team is responsible for defining and implementing the EMEA/EU AG Data Strategy and building out its data management capabilities.
As part of this work, the EMEA/EU AG Data Office has established a framework which encompasses cultural, behavioural, procedural, and system transformation to deliver the new strategy. This initially focuses on good governance by improved Data Architecture, Data Management and Data Quality, but as we evolve, will focus more on how we can use Data to drive new ways of working and improved business outcomes.
We have been formed to really drive data-led transformation through the bank, and it is a great opportunity to join us at the very start of this exciting journey.
Position Description
Competencies
What we offer
For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it’s only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks.
As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you:
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Competitive paid leave days
- Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance and life and invalidity insurance
- Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
- Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities
- Ambitious remuneration package
So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!
We recognise our role as a bank to support social change and welcome all applications, including those from groups often under-represented in financial services. We value the uniqueness of professional and personal, backgrounds and perspectives as they play a vital role in continuing the sustainable growth of our organisation. We’ll ensure reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process are offered due to a disability or long-term condition whenever requested.