Are you looking to build a rewarding career as a Data Analyst in the UK’s thriving financial services sector? A fantastic opportunity is now available in Manchester with a hybrid working model, offering flexibility alongside professional growth. This role is ideal for candidates seeking to work with a forward-thinking organisation while developing expertise in financial data analytics, business intelligence, and data-driven decision-making.
In this position, you will analyse complex datasets, deliver actionable insights, and support strategic business decisions. Applicants with a degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, or a related discipline are highly desirable. The role requires proven experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or analytics—preferably within financial services or alternative investments. Familiarity with financial data domains such as IBOR/ABOR, transactions, market data, and reference data will provide a strong advantage.
The ideal candidate is a motivated and resourceful self-starter with exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical thinking skills. You should be comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively within a team, leveraging modern data tools and methodologies to solve business challenges. Strong communication skills are also essential to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders.
This hybrid Data Analyst role in Manchester offers a competitive career path within a dynamic organisation, making it perfect for professionals aiming to enhance their expertise in financial analytics. If you are passionate about data, innovation, and driving business performance, this opportunity could be your next career move.
Position: Data Analyst
Job Type: Full time
Salary: Competitive
Location: Manchester, Hybrid
The Role
Data Analyst
We are building a new, data-focused team and are looking for experienced Data Analysts who are passionate about Data to come work with us. In this role, you will quickly interpret and validate data, identify key trends & drivers, and clearly present findings to the broader team. The ideal candidate is inquisitive, detail-oriented, and highly analytical, with hands-on Excel and SQL skills. Ultimately, the Data Analyst must thrive on ‘being in the data’ and partner closely with Data Stewards and Data Engineering to ensure data is well understood, well governed, and processed reliably at scale.
Key Responsibilities
- Exploratory Data Analysis of structured and unstructured datasets
- Extensive Data Profiling using Excel, SQL and bespoke tools
- Segmentation, anomaly/outlier detection, trending analysis
- Reconcile and validate data across multiple sources
- Present findings in plain language, including limitations and confidence levels
- Support Data Stewards with Data Discovery & Insights
- Support Data Engineering in the onboarding/integration of new datasets
- Ensure proper handling of sensitive data (PII)
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, or a related field is preferable
- Proven experience in a Data Analyst / Business Intelligence / Analytics role, ideally in financial services or alternative investments
- A background in financial data domains (IBOR/ABOR, transactions, market data, reference data)
- Resourceful, motivated self-starter with strong attention to detail.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment where processes and datasets are evolving.
- Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
- Expert level proficiency in Excel & SQL is a must
- Power BI experience a plus
- Working experience with Python a plus
About Arrow Global Group
Great talent comes in many forms, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Whilst a number of our roles do require specific qualifications and experience, and industry knowledge, we also value potential, unique perspectives, and transferable skills. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you.
We occasionally collaborate with recruitment agencies to fill niche or specialist roles. However, we do not accept agency terms or pay fees for speculative CVs submitted directly to our hiring managers or outside our Applicant Tracking System.
If you are a recruitment agency interested in partnering with us for candidate supply, please reach out to recruitment@arrowglobal.net
Application Process
If you’re qualified for this role, KINDLY APPLY TODAY!
Application Deadline
Open until filled