International Research Senior Data Analyst with SQL, R

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What We'll Bring
As a senior analyst on our team, you will join a global group of statisticians, data scientists, and industry experts on a mission to extract insights from data and put them to good use. You will have an opportunity to be a part of a variety of analytical projects in a collaborative environment and be recognized for the work you deliver. TransUnion offers a culture of lifelong learning and as an analyst here, your growth potential is limitless.

The senior analyst role within the Research and Consulting team is responsible for delivering market-level business intelligence both to TransUnion's senior management and to Financial Services customers. You will work on projects across international markets, including Canada, Hong Kong, UK, South Africa, Philippines, and Colombia. To be successful in this position, you must have good organizational skills, a strategic mindset, and a flexible predisposition. You will also be expected to become more independent over time and able to lead and present projects with minimal supervision.

What You'll Bring
How You'll Contribute:

• You will develop a strong understanding of consumer credit data and how it applies to industry trends and research across different international markets
• You will dig in by extracting data and performing segmentation and statistical analyses on large population datasets (using languages such as R, SQL, and Python on Linux and PC computing platforms)
• You will conduct analyses and quantitative research studies designed to understand complex industry trends and dynamics, leveraging a variety of statistical techniques
• You will deliver analytic insights and recommendations in succinct and compelling presentations for internal and external customers at various levels including an executive audience; you may lead key presentations to clients
• You will perform multiple tasks simultaneously and deal with changing requirements and deadlines
• You will develop strong consulting skills to be able to help external customers by understanding their business needs and aligning them with TransUnion's product offerings and capabilities
• You will help to cultivate an environment that promotes excellence, innovation, and a collegial spirit
• Through all these efforts, you will be a key contributor to driving the perception of TransUnion as an authority on lending dynamics and a worthwhile, trusted partner to our clients and prospects

Impact You'll Make
What You'll Bring:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, or an equivalent discipline
• Advanced proficiency with one or more statistical programming languages such as R
• Advanced proficiency writing SQL queries for data extraction
• Experience with big data platforms (e.g. Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark) preferred
• Advanced experience with the MS Office suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize and contribute to multiple assignments simultaneously
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. You must be able to clearly articulate ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Highly analytical mindset with the curiosity to dig deeper into data, trends, and consumer behavior, as well as an acute attention to detail
• A strong interest in the areas of banking, consumer lending, and finance is paramount, with a curiosity as to why consumers act the way they do with their credit
• Strong work ethic with the passion for team success

This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.

TransUnion Job Title

Sr Analyst, Research & Consulting