Data Connectivity Analyst

Your new company
An innovative, elite tech-first business that specialise in managing investments for hedge funds, VC enterprises and private equity firms. They are insistent on working at the sharp edge of technology and will be bringing in 10 - 15 new tech hires over the next quarter. I am seeking 2 talented individuals looking for a new and exciting challenge to join the data connectivity team. This role will bring no end to job satisfaction, you'll be challenged and therefore well rewarded, you'll work as part of a slick and effective team, and you'll be joining in a period of exciting growth.
You will be working hybrid in this role, for 3 days from their newly refurbished offices in Central Bournemouth, on commuting lines to London and 2 minutes from the Beach.

Your new role
As part of the data connectivity team, you will be at the forefront of client onboarding and ensure the process is a faultless one through data souring and thorough analysis of new data feeds.Key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating with internal workstreams to manage the requirements of initial client onboarding.
• Acting as a liaison with banks, prime brokers and OTC counterparties to establish necessary connections to source and process daily feeds to internal software.
• Responsible for engaging with existing data providers to request new client accounts to be added to existing data feeds as well as setting up new accounts and feeds.
• Technical analysis - the ability to comprehend data structures, data file formats and data transfer (SFTP, portal access).
• Coordinate and conduct monthly meetings with counterparties to improve data quality and discuss upcoming clients' requirements.
• Decommissioning old files and implementing new ones.

What you'll need to succeed
If you want to work for an exciting organisation like no other, you'll need to be a self-starting team player who is detail-orientated and organised, you'll have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and you'll be an agile, multitasking troubleshooter.
* Knowledge of MySQL, Python and JIRA
* Ability to build effective business relationships
* Confidence in gathering and documenting business requirements for projects
* Excellent communication, presentation (both oral and written) and influencing skills
* Ability to understand and leverage systems/tools quickly and efficiently
* Excellent organisational, critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
* Multitasking - managing individual tasks and deliverables to successful completion
* Manage Change - ability to work in an ever-changing environment and adapt quickly
* Previous work experience in a corporate setting a plus

What you'll get in return
In addition to a discretionary bonus (of up to 20%), you'll get a generous holiday allowance, private healthcare and access to flexible benefits.

What you need to do now
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