Citi · 16 hours ago
Data Science Lead Analyst
Jersey City New Jersey United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$142K/yr - $213K/yr
6+ years expCiti is a leading global bank, and they are seeking a Data Science Lead Analyst who will contribute to the strategic direction of the business through advanced data analysis and insights. The role involves leading analytics initiatives, consulting with business clients, and ensuring the quality and effectiveness of data-driven solutions.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Conducts strategic data analysis, identifies insights and implications and make strategic recommendations, develops data displays that clearly communicate complex analysis
Mines and analyzes data from various banking platforms to drive optimization and improve data quality
Deliver analytics initiatives to address business problems with the ability to determine data required, assess time & effort required and establish a project plan
Consults with business clients to identify system functional specifications. Applies comprehensive understanding of how multiple areas collectively integrate to contribute towards achieving business goals
Consults with users and clients to solve complex system issues/problems through in-depth evaluation of business processes, systems and industry standards; recommends solutions
Leads system change process from requirements through implementation; provides user and operational support of application to business users
Formulates and defines systems scope and goals for complex projects through research and fact-finding combined with an understanding of applicable business systems and industry standards
Impacts the business directly by ensuring the quality of work provided by self and others; impacts own team and closely related work teams
Considers the business implications of the application of technology to the current business environment; identifies and communicates risks and impacts
Drives communication between business leaders and IT; exhibits sound and comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills to exchange complex information
Conduct workflow analysis, business process modeling; develop use cases, test plans, and business rules; assist in user acceptance testing
Collaborate on design and implementation of workflow solutions that provide long term scalability, reliability, and performance, and integration with reporting
Develop in-depth knowledge and proficiency of supported business areas and engage business partners in evaluating opportunities for process integration and refinement
Gather requirements and provide solutions across Business Sectors
Partner with cross functional teams to analyze, deconstruct, and map current state process and identify improvement opportunities including creation of target operation models
Assist in negotiating for resources owned by other areas in order ensure required work is completed on schedule
Develop and maintain documentation on an ongoing basis, and train new and existing users
Direct the communication of status, issue, and risk disposition to all stakeholders, including Senior Management
Direct the identification of risks which impact project delivery and ensure mitigation strategies are developed and executed when necessary
Ensure that work flow business case / cost benefit analyses are in line with business objectives
Deliver coherent and concise communications detailing the scope, progress and results of initiatives underway
Develop strategies to reduce costs, manage risk, and enhance services
Deploy influencing and matrix management skills in order to ensure technology solutions meet business requirements
Performs other duties and functions as assigned
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency
Qualification
Required
MBA or Advanced Degree Information Systems, Business Analysis / Computer Science
6-10 years experience using tools for statistical modeling of large data sets
Process Improvement or Project Management experience
Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience, potentially Masters degree
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Wellness programs
Paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays
Company
Citi
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