Company Description
Our Mission:
At Wise, we’ve got a clear mission — money without borders. Built by and for people who live global lives. As a FinTech company moving billions of GBP of customer money in over 70 countries, Wise needs bulletproof financials & insights into the growth of the company. We need timely, accurate and scalable financial data to make accurate business decisions inside the company.
Due to continued and rapid growth we’re on the hunt for an Analytics Director to lead our Group Finance Analytics function in Bishopsgate, London. You’ll be part of the team that helps pilot the rocket ship.
Job Description
Role Overview:
As the Analytics Director (Analytics Engineering), you will design, build, and optimize the data infrastructure, pipelines, and models that enable accurate, scalable, and timely analytics. You will lead a team responsible for the underlying data systems, ensuring data quality, governance, and accessibility for all data consumers. This role is highly technical, focusing on data architecture, strategy, and engineering.
What you’ll be doing:
Lead and nurture a team of 12 talented analysts, helping them grow and deliver great results
Be the go-to person for the Data Engineering, Finance Control, Product, Product Engineering, Finance Leadership and Regulatory Reporting teams
Connect with senior decision-makers in various finance areas, like Product, Engineering, Controls, and Tax, to share insights and influence strategies
Team up with finance folks to brainstorm and come up with better ways to manage and share data
Make sure our data processes meet legal requirements and support our big-picture goals
Push for smarter, data-driven choices that make the company better
Keep our data accurate and reliable so it’s ready for important reports
Bridge gaps between data teams and other parts of the business for smooth data flow
Work on improving how we handle data so it’s easy for everyone to use.
Stay on top of data trends and find ways to make our processes even better.
Who you are
5-6 years experience as an Analyst and 2-5 years leading others (can be overlapping).
Deep background in designing data systems in conjunction with Data Engineers and PMs.
Strong expertise in data architecture and strategy, including technology stack selection and strategic roadmapping.
Proficient in data modeling and design, with experience in logical and physical data models.
Ability to self-organize and manage stakeholders, and drive strategic direction within a particular department.
Finance background preferred.
Data visualization and storytelling ability.
Demonstration of impact/going above and beyond basic role requirements.
Python/R.
Desirable
Experience with DBT and data modeling in a warehouse context.
Understanding of testing and experimental design.
Legally authorized to work in the UK.
Some important stuff we would like you to know
To meet our regulatory obligations as a licensed financial services company, Wise needs to conduct background checks on all new hires, which in the Finance team includes Criminal and Credit checks. Please discuss with the Recruiter if you have any concerns regarding this process.
What do we offer:
Key benefits:
Hybrid working
Paid annual holiday, sick days, parental leave and other leave opportunities
6 weeks of paid sabbatical after 4 years at Wise on top of annual leave
Additional Information
For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.
We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.
If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.
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