Lead Data Analyst | Leadership | Data Strategy | Azure | AI

We've had an exclusive opportunity go live for a lead data analyst to join one of our long term clients in the financial services sector. The role is very remote flexible, maybe a couple of times a month on-site hybrid but they can be very flexible to suit the situation of each person.

This is a high‑impact role where you’ll partner with senior leaders, guide a talented team of Data Analysts and influence how data powers automation, insight and decision‑making across the organisation. You'll be leading a team of 3 and need to show proven ability to collaborate with non-technical stakeholders (finance, sales, and credit teams) and lead those conversations.

What You’ll Do
  • Lead & mentor a team of Data Analysts, championing best practice.
  • Shape and deliver the organisation’s data strategy and roadmap.
  • Oversee the design and optimisation of data pipelines, integrations and architecture.
  • Build strong relationships across the business, translating data into clear insights.
  • Drive end‑to‑end automation, operational efficiency and AI‑powered improvements.
What You Bring
  • Experience leading or mentoring in a senior data role.
  • Strong SQL and database design capability.
  • Solid understanding of data integrations and architecture.
  • Hands‑on experience with Azure would be a big plus
  • Python skills for automation and API integrations.
  • Proven ability to build, optimise and troubleshoot ETL pipelines.
  • Confidence engaging and influencing senior stakeholders.
  • Experience in the financial services sector would be a bonus
Why Join? You’ll have the freedom to shape how data is used across the business, lead meaningful innovation and help build an empowered, insight‑driven culture.

If you're passionate about data, automation and making a real impact, send across your CV immediately or contact Adam Whitehurst at Trust in Soda for more info.