Senior Analyst

Roles and responsibilities

• Analyze and develop reports and models we can use for performance tracking and optimization, drawing recommendations from your analysis
• Build, enhance and streamline reports and dashboards that help team members and internal stakeholders understand the performance of their business and identify action points
• Perform ad-hoc analysis on business trends and results independently, translate and communicate results to leadership and key stakeholders
• Provide input on ongoing projects and initiatives to reach business targets; run and assess your proposed actions in collaboration with the relevant teams
• Make recommendations for new metrics, techniques, and strategies to improve team performance and measurement in the future
• Analyze the impact of business initiatives, use data to make recommendations and propose changes
• Hone your analytical skills in better understanding business and conversion drivers and how to optimize them
• Prepare and present high quality weekly reports and business insights to leadership
• Work in a data-driven environment
• Use out-of-the-box thinking to develop and implement solutions to unique challenges
• Work and thrive cross-functionally in a dynamic, fast-paced, and challenging environment
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or similar quantitative discipline. MBA or other advanced technical degree preferred
• Strong data skills with advanced knowledge of Excel, SQL, Tableau, PowerBI or similar
• Analytical mindset, with proven track record in using data to measure performance and make decisions
• Excellent problem-solving skills including the ability to analyze and resolve complex problems using data
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Excellent skills in presenting and analyzing data and creating actionable reports (Strong business acumen)
• Entrepreneurial thinking, with experience implementing innovative ideas or products in complex organizations
• Strategic thinking and planning, effective at breaking down complex problems and driving and managing change
• Excellent communication skills with proven ability to use data to convey complex messages clearly and with conviction to different stakeholders
• Experience in data analytics, strategy/business insights for a fast-growing globally operating tech company preferred
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment

Desired candidate profile

1. Data Analysis and Interpretation:

   • Strong proficiency in analyzing large and complex data sets to extract valuable insights.
   • Ability to use analytical tools and techniques (e.g., statistical analysis, trend analysis, forecasting) to make data-driven recommendations.

2. Advanced Excel and Data Manipulation:

   • Expertise in using Excel for data analysis, including advanced functions like pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and macros.
   • Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to create dashboards and reports that effectively communicate insights.

3. Quantitative and Qualitative Research:

   • Skilled in both quantitative data analysis (e.g., numerical data, surveys, financial reports) and qualitative research (e.g., interviews, focus groups).
   • Ability to combine both types of data to generate a comprehensive understanding of business problems.

4. Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking:

   • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities.
   • Ability to approach complex issues with creativity and critical thinking, finding the most effective solutions.

5. Business and Financial Acumen:

   • Understanding of business operations, financial metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
   • Ability to analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts to support decision-making.

6. Communication Skills:

   • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to present complex data and analysis in a clear, concise, and actionable format.
   • Ability to create detailed reports and presentations for stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

7. Attention to Detail:

   • Ensuring the accuracy of data and analysis, avoiding errors that can lead to incorrect conclusions or decisions.
   • Thoroughness in reviewing and validating data before making recommendations.

8. Project Management and Organization:

   • Managing multiple projects or tasks simultaneously, often with tight deadlines.
   • Prioritizing tasks based on business needs and ensuring projects are completed on time.

9. Collaboration and Teamwork:

   • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather data, share findings, and develop actionable insights.
   • Ability to work effectively with colleagues from various departments, including marketing, operations, finance, and IT.

Soft Skills

1. Adaptability:

   • Ability to adapt to changing business needs, priorities, and technologies.
   • Comfort with shifting tasks and deadlines in response to organizational changes.

2. Time Management:

   • Managing deadlines and workloads efficiently, balancing the need for detailed analysis with the need for timely reporting.
   • Prioritizing high-impact tasks and ensuring that the analysis is completed in a time-efficient manner.

3. Collaboration and Teamwork:

   • Strong ability to work as part of a team, with a collaborative and solution-focused mindset.
   • Open to feedback and capable of incorporating insights from others to improve analysis.

4. Presentation and Storytelling:

   • Effectively presenting data and analysis to stakeholders in a compelling and understandable way.
   • Crafting a narrative around the data that highlights insights and drives decision-making.