Data Analyst Higher Apprenticeship

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Data Analyst Higher Apprenticeship

We are looking for a number of Data Analyst Apprentices to join our programme in October 2024. The primary role of a Data Analyst is to collect, organise and study data to provide business insight. Data analysts are typically involved with managing, cleansing and aggregating data, and using a range of analytical techniques to generate insights from that data. In this role, you would work across a variety of projects, providing technical data solutions to a range of stakeholders.

We hire Data Analysts into a range of divisions across the business, you could join one of several areas for example; Authorisations, or Data Technology & Innovation (DTI), Enforcement, or Supervision, Policy and Competition (SPC) to name a few.

The key responsibilities of the Data Analyst will include: 

• Using a range of data systems to identify, extract and manage data
• Collecting and compiling data from different sources and making links between the data 
• Delivering data management, cleansing and analysis of the FCA’s regulatory data to support our Data Publications
• Administering data quality checks and record keeping to ensure our data management and analysis is high quality
• Using a range of analytical techniques such as data mining, time series forecasting and modelling techniques to identify and predict trends and patterns in data
• Applying the tools and techniques for data analysis, data visualisation and presentation to assist production of dashboards and reports
• Clearly communicating, both written and verbal, with team members and stakeholders
• Play a supporting role in embedding effective Data Governance within the organisation
• Play an active part in the development of data management processes
• Add cases and run reports in our case management system. Undertake basic data extraction tasks to meet business needs. 

Future Prospects: 

We encourage and support those apprentices who successfully complete their professional qualification and apprenticeship programme to secure a permanent role at the FCA. 

Skills required:  

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Packages (including Excel) 
• Good numerical skills 
• High level of curiosity in data and analysis 
• Team working skills and the ability to manage conflicting work schedules  
• Logical and creative thinking skills  
• An analytical mind – enjoys problem solving and understanding new issues 

Personal qualities:  

• A thorough and organised approach – able to manage a variety of tasks and issues, prioritising appropriately  
• Committed to learning and sets high standards for self  
• Ability to work independently and to take responsibility  
• Ability to pick up new systems/processes quickly 
• Good attention to detail – can demonstrate taking pride in work and ensuring it is of high quality  
• An interest in the financial services sectors and regulation, and data governance

Pension/benefits

Career and family leave, flexible working options, a minimum of 25 days’ holiday, a non-contributory pension, private healthcare, interest-free season ticket loans, a subsidised on-site fitness centre (London only), a subsidised restaurant, charity and volunteering initiatives, sports and social clubs, a reflection and multi-faith room and free eye tests.

Minimum qualifications required (e.g. GCSEs/A-Levels): 

Minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent grade C or above - including one in a numerical subject e.g. Maths, Economics, Finance. 

In addition to 5 GCSEs or equivalent at grade 4 (C) - 9 (A) including Maths and English,  

If you have completed higher levels of education, such as a University Degree; please visit our early careers page where you will find more information on our Internship and Graduate opportunities which you may feel are more suited to you

Employment start date: 7th October 2024

Salary: £22,000

Working hours: 35 hours per week 

Annual leave allowance: 25 days

About FCA

Financial markets need to be honest, fair and effective so that consumers get a fair deal.

We aim to make markets work well – for individuals, for business, large and small, and for the economy as a whole.

We do this by regulating the conduct of nearly 60,000 businesses. We are the prudential supervisor for 49,000 firms and we set specific standards for 19,000 firms.

We are responsible for regulating a sector which plays a critical role in the lives of everyone in the UK and without which the modern economy could not function. From children’s ISAs to pensions, direct debits to credit cards, loans to investments – how well financial markets work has a fundamental impact on us all.

How to apply

To apply for this programme and to find out more, please click on the apply button below.

Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.