Data Analyst – Barclays
Location: Noida
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Industry: Financial Services
Department: Data Science & Analytics
Role Category: Business Intelligence & Analytics
About Barclays:
Barclays is a leading global investment bank, committed to providing innovative financial solutions to help clients address their funding, financing, strategic, and risk management needs across diverse sectors, markets, and economies. Barclays’ ability to deploy cutting-edge financial solutions has made it a recognized leader in the financial services sector, and its strong presence in various global markets reinforces its position at the forefront of financial innovation.
We leverage state-of-the-art technology to reshape our digital offerings, continuously improving customer experiences. As a forward-thinking organization, Barclays prioritizes innovation and strives to drive market-leading change in the financial services sector, enabling organizations and individuals to thrive in the dynamic, fast-paced financial world.
The Role: Data Analyst
Barclays is looking for a skilled and dynamic Data Analyst to join our Data Science & Analytics department. In this critical role, you will spearhead the evolution of Barclays’ digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence by harnessing cutting-edge technology to ensure exceptional customer experiences. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating data insights, developing dashboards, and automating processes to support decision-making across the organization.
As a Data Analyst, you will be at the heart of Barclays’ efforts to utilize data to drive change and deliver value to our customers. You will be directly involved in transforming complex data into actionable insights that will help guide the bank’s strategic decisions.
Key Responsibilities
As a Data Analyst at Barclays, you will play a pivotal role in our efforts to enhance the bank’s operations and digital offerings. Some of the key responsibilities include:
Data Insights & Dashboard Development
Utilizing your proficiency in data visualization tools, you will work closely with stakeholders to generate meaningful insights from large, diverse datasets. You will create and develop dashboards and visual reports using tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Business Objects, and Alteryx. These reports will be key in supporting the strategic decision-making process, enabling managers and teams to make data-driven decisions. Your ability to visualize complex data in a clear, concise manner will be crucial in enabling stakeholders to fully comprehend insights and take action based on data.
Automation & Workflow Optimization
In your role, you will also focus on automating processes to enhance efficiency. You will leverage your strong automation skills using tools such as VBA, Power Query, PowerApps, and others to streamline workflows and ensure operational efficiency. Automating repetitive tasks will help save time and allow teams to focus on high-impact activities, ultimately increasing productivity.
Stakeholder Engagement & Problem-Solving
One of the most important aspects of this role will be your interaction with business stakeholders. You will engage with various departments and teams within Barclays to understand their needs, translate these into actionable insights, and identify opportunities for process optimization. Your ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams will help ensure that data analysis delivers tangible value to the business. You will also be expected to apply problem-solving skills to tackle challenges as they arise, ensuring smooth project delivery.
User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
A key responsibility of this role is conducting User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to verify that the data solutions you develop meet business expectations. You will ensure that data tools, dashboards, and automation processes are functioning correctly before they are deployed in the production environment. UAT will involve working closely with business users to test and validate solutions, identifying any issues and resolving them before implementation.
Data Management & Governance
In addition to analysis and reporting, you will be expected to have a solid understanding of data management and data governance principles. You will ensure that the data used for analysis is accurate, reliable, and well-governed. This includes applying best practices in data handling and ensuring that data privacy and security standards are adhered to. You will also contribute to the implementation of data governance frameworks to support regulatory compliance and data quality.
Key Skills & Experience
To excel in this role, you will need to have a diverse skill set and a strong understanding of data analysis and automation. Here are the skills and experience required:
Educational Background
- Graduate in any discipline: A degree in a relevant field will be beneficial, but candidates with strong analytical skills and relevant experience in data analysis are encouraged to apply.
Technical Skills
- Data Visualization Tools: You should be proficient in using data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Business Objects, and Alteryx to create meaningful visualizations and reports that provide insights from large data sets.
- MS Office: Advanced skills in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Visio will be required for reporting, data manipulation, and creating presentations.
- Automation Skills: You should be proficient in VBA, Power Query, PowerApps, or other relevant tools to automate processes and workflows. Your ability to develop automation scripts will help streamline business processes and increase efficiency.
- ETL Tools: Experience with ETL tools for data extraction, transformation, and loading will be necessary to manipulate and manage data from various sources.
- Problem-Solving: You should possess a strong problem-solving mindset, enabling you to identify solutions to challenges in data analysis and automation.
- Experience with UAT: Proven experience in performing User Acceptance Testing will be essential to ensure that the solutions you develop are working correctly and meeting business requirements.
Desirable Skills
While not required, the following skills will be beneficial for this role:
- Low Code/No Code Development: Proficiency in developing solutions in Low Code/No Code environments will be an advantage.
- Data Management and Governance: A strong understanding of data management principles and data governance will be advantageous in ensuring data accuracy, privacy, and compliance.
- Procurement Processes: Familiarity with procurement processes and practices will be helpful, particularly when working with external data providers or third-party services.
- SharePoint Management: Knowledge of SharePoint and the ability to design and manage SharePoint sites will be useful for collaboration and document management.
Experience
- Proven experience in data analysis, including the ability to generate insights from diverse datasets.
- Hands-on experience with dashboard development and data visualization.
- Experience in automating workflows and processes using various tools.
- Stakeholder management experience and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated ability to proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
Role Purpose
The purpose of the Data Analyst role at Barclays is to support the Risk Function in ensuring the bank’s financial and operational stability. This includes proactively identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring risks across various business units and activities. You will also be responsible for ensuring the effective implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
Additionally, you will work closely with risk stakeholders to develop and implement methodologies and processes that help Barclays manage risk effectively. Your work will be crucial in supporting the bank’s strategic goals while adhering to policies and standards.
Why Barclays?
At Barclays, we provide a dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and personal growth. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge data solutions that are driving the bank’s digital transformation. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to your professional development. Barclays also emphasizes work-life balance, with opportunities for flexible working arrangements and a supportive work culture.
Apply now to join Barclays and be part of a global leader in financial services that is constantly evolving and innovating. Take this opportunity to contribute to the future of banking and help shape the next generation of data-driven financial solutions.
