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Join our dynamic team at Apex8 LTD, a cutting-edge organisation dedicated to revolutionising car buying through innovative data-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on pushing the boundaries of technology and analytics to provide our customers with unparalleled services.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Business Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen, exceptional data analysis capabilities, and a deep understanding of Python scripting and SQL. This role requires proficiency in data interpretation and presentation, enabling the delivery of actionable insights to support business decision-making processes.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Data Analysis:
    · Conduct detailed data analysis and generate insights to support business decisions.
    · Develop and maintain complex data models and perform statistical analysis.
    · Utilize Python and SQL for data manipulation, extraction, and reporting.
  • Business Intelligence:
    · Identify key business trends and insights through comprehensive data analysis.
    · Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their data needs and deliver tailored analytical solutions.
    · Create and maintain dashboards and reports to track business performance metrics.
  • Commercial Analysis:
    · Analyse market trends, competitive landscape, and customer behaviour to inform strategic business decisions.
    · Provide commercial insights to support pricing strategies, product development, and market positioning.
    · Conduct financial analysis and modelling to evaluate business opportunities and risks.
  • Data Interpretation and Presentation:
    · Interpret complex data sets and translate them into actionable insights.
    · Present data findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders through clear and concise reports, presentations, and visualizations.
    · Develop and deliver presentations to communicate analytical results and business impacts effectively.
  • Project Management:
    · Lead and manage analytical projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
    · Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement data-driven solutions and improvements.
    Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Technical Skills:
    · Proficiency in Python scripting for data analysis and automation.
    · Strong SQL skills for data querying, manipulation, and reporting.
    · Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is preferred.
  • Analytical Skills:
    · Demonstrated ability to analyse large and complex data sets.
    · Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering actionable insights.
    · Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis.
  • Commercial Acumen:
    · Deep understanding of business operations and commercial strategies.
    · Ability to link data analysis to business outcomes and financial performance.
    · Experience in market analysis, competitive analysis, and financial modelling.
  • Communication Skills:
    · Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    · Strong presentation skills with the ability to convey complex information to non-technical audiences.
    · Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
    · Experience in a similar business analyst role within a scaling up company.
    · Familiarity with machine learning and statistical modelling techniques.
    · Knowledge of data warehousing and ETL processes.
    Reasons to join our fabulous team….
    · Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment at the forefront of data-driven solutions.
    · Collaborative culture that encourages creativity, learning, and professional growth.
    · Excellent salary package dependent upon skillset and experience

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