Safeguard operational integrity by ensuring accurate, complete, and effective controls across trading platforms and internal systems. Use data analytics and reconciliations to identify exceptions, investigate discrepancies, and provide actionable insights for decision-making. Collaborate with business, operations, technology, and risk partners to strengthen governance and the risk/control environment. Drive continuous improvement through process enhancements, automation initiatives, and innovative data-driven solutions.

As a Data Analyst within the organization, you will play a critical role in safeguarding operational integrity by ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and effectiveness of controls across trading platforms and internal systems.

Job responsibilities

Perform daily, weekly, and monthly control reconciliations across trading platforms and internal systems.
Investigate and resolve reconciliation breaks, exceptions, and data discrepancies within agreed timelines.
Ensure accurate execution and documentation of all controls in line with established procedures.
Escalate control breaches, operational risks, and unresolved issues promptly to relevant stakeholders.
Collaborate with business, operations, and technology teams to address queries and resolve exceptions.
Participate in governance forums and stakeholder discussions to strengthen control frameworks.
Support automation initiatives using tools such as Alteryx, Excel, and SQL to enhance efficiency.
Identify opportunities to improve controls, reduce manual effort, and optimize processes.
Maintain audit-ready documentation and assist with internal and external audit requirements.
Analyze large datasets to detect trends, exceptions, and potential control weaknesses.
Produce management reports, KPIs, and actionable insights to support decision-making and continuous

Required qualifications, skills, and capabilities

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Commerce, Business, Technology, or a related discipline.
Minimum 4 years of experience in Operations Controls, Reconciliations, Client Service, Middle Office, Risk & Control, or a similar role within Financial Services
Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving capability.
Hands-on experience with Excel and data analysis tools.
Exposure to Alteryx or other automation tools.
Ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies independently.
Strong understanding of operational risk, controls, and governance principles.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and commitment to quality.

Preferred qualifications, skills, and capabilities

Experience supporting electronic trading platforms or investment banking operations.
Knowledge of reconciliation processes, exception management, and control frameworks.
Familiarity with audit, compliance, or risk management activities.
Experience with BI/reporting tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
Exposure to process automation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Competencies

Attention to Detail
Risk & Control Mindset
Accountability & Ownership
Stakeholder Management
Analytical Thinking
Process Improvement
Audit Readiness
Teamwork & Collaboration
Communication Skills
Continuous Learning & Innovation

Data Management Analyst