Data Analytics Consultant #1662

Position Overview:
The Data Analytics Consultant will be a pivotal member of the analytics team, responsible for delivering critical insights that drive data-driven decision-making for financial institution clients. This role will focus on performing in-depth analyses, developing actionable recommendations, and leveraging advanced BI tools to transform complex data into meaningful business strategies. The position will also involve managing client-facing analytics deliverables, from developing dashboards to presenting strategic findings.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who thrives on transforming raw data into business intelligence and enjoys working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. You’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of analytics for financial institutions, where your insights and solutions will have a real impact.
Key Responsibilities:
•Conduct deep-dive analyses to identify trends, evaluate business performance, and provide insights that shape data-driven decisions.•Manage the entire lifecycle of data: from processing, merging, and transforming to conducting both ongoing and ad hoc analyses.•Develop and maintain robust analytics dashboards to monitor key performance metrics and provide real-time insights.•Utilize advanced business intelligence tools to create customized analytics reports and deliverables tailored to client needs.•Lead client-facing analytics review sessions, presenting findings and providing actionable recommendations to enhance business outcomes.•Define, design, and deliver innovative analytics solutions, ensuring that clients receive high-value insights that support their strategic goals.•Maintain adherence to internal standards for work product quality, timeliness, and accuracy.•Collaborate on internal knowledge-sharing initiatives and participate in professional development and cross-training within the analytics team.•Develop new reporting and analytics capabilities to support business objectives, including automation and dashboard creation.•Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, offering expertise in analytical tools and techniques to uncover actionable business insights.•Translate quantitative data into strategic business recommendations and impactful client presentations.•Ensure all projects meet quality standards and adhere to the scope of work.
Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s Degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Finance, or Mathematics is preferred.•3-5 years of relevant experience in business intelligence, analytics, or data analysis. Experience working at a financial institution is preferred.•Expert-level skills in writing and optimizing complex SQL queries for data extraction and transformation. Strong skills in Python for data processing, transforming, and manipulation are also preferred.•High-level proficiency with Power BI, including advanced use of DAX for analytics and reporting.•Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and presentation.•Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.•Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and present complex data insights to stakeholders.MeridianLink has a wonderful culture where people value the work they do and appreciate each other for their contributions. We develop our employees so they can grow professionally by preferring to promote from within. We have an open-door policy with direct access to executives; we want to hear your ideas and what you think. Our company believes that to be productive in the long term, we must have a genuine work-life balance. We understand that employees have families and full lives outside of the office. To that end, we honor their personal commitments.MeridianLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  MeridianLink runs a comprehensive background check, credit check, and drug test as part of our offer process.Salary range of $78,100 - $110,300. [It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range.] The actual salary will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law including geographical location.Meridianlink offers:
Potential For Equity-Based AwardsInsurance coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability)Flexible paid time offPaid holidays401(k) plan with company matchRemote workAll compensation and benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of the underlying plans or programs, as applicable and as may be amended, terminated, or superseded from time to time.  #LI-REMOTE