Business Data Analyst - Data Acquisition and Insights

Job Title: Business Data Analyst – Data Acquisition and Insights
Department: Data Strategy and Services
Division: Data, Technology and Innovation (DTI)

• Salary: National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £43,100 to £53,700 and London £47,300 to £59,000 (salary offered will be based on skills and experience)

• This role is graded as: Associate Level 8 – Regulatory

• Your recruitment contact is Steve Christopher via  Applications must be submitted through our online portal. Applications sent via social media or email will not be accepted.

We regulate financial services firms in the UK, to keep financial markets fair, thriving and effective. By joining us, you’ll play a key part in protecting consumers, driving economic growth and shaping the future of UK finance services.

The Data, Technology and Innovation (DTI) division enables the FCA to be a digital-first, data-led smart regulator by delivering a secure, agile, and cost-effective technology and data ecosystem that drives better decisions, transparency, and operational efficiency. Sitting within DTI, the Regular Collections Team plays a key role in how the FCA create new (and improve existing) data reporting requirements for firms.

They provide advice and support to regulatory colleagues and work with data and technology SMEs. The team own and are advocates for the FCA’s data collection framework, ensuring that the FCA gets the data it needs to meet its objectives whilst ensuring that the burden on firms is proportionate.

• Collaborate across the FCA to improve regular data collections, strengthening regulatory decisions and delivering better outcomes for consumers

• Analyse and prioritise data change requests, turning complex needs into clear use cases that enable timely, effective supervision

• Engage with stakeholders to understand processes and needs, building shared understanding to co-create practical, proportionate data solutions

• Apply data and business analysis techniques to investigate data and process issues, identifying root causes and improving data quality and reliability

• Provide trusted advice and support to colleagues, resolving data acquisition challenges and enabling teams to deliver their work with clarity

• Develop end-to-end knowledge of FCA data flows, connecting collection, governance and use to support a more joined-up organisation

• Contribute to the FCA’s data-led transformation, influencing how data from c.35,000 firms is used to protect millions of UK consumers

• Build a distinctive blend of data, analysis and stakeholder skills, broadening career opportunities and supporting future leadership roles

Minimum:

• Prior experience in business analysis and change projects, delivering outcomes and gathering data requirements for stakeholders

• Experience in data-related roles demonstrating ability to interpret data, apply logical reasoning and use problem-solving skills to address complex issues

• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, building relationships, and clearly communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Essential:

• Demonstrable experience with core business tools and data analysis, including advanced Excel, SQL, Python, and data visualisation (Tableau preferred)

• Analytical, numerical and data literate, being comfortable with quantitative concepts, data validation and understanding of data management activities that support data analysis

• Accuracy and attention to detail, in analysis and communications with the ability to produce concise written and visual outputs

• Ability to understand and document data requirements, including user and data needs, processes, and flows

• Locate and access data using different channels and carry out analysis to identify issues, spot trends and arrive at a logical conclusion to support for data users and stakeholders

• Experience working in agile environments, embracing flexibility and supporting iterative delivery throughout the project lifecycle

• Collaborative approach, building trust and fostering inclusive teamwork to achieve shared goals

• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively and keep stakeholders informed

• 25 days…