Research Data Analyst - Hedge Fund - SQL and Python - North East of England - High Salary / Bonus

Step into the fast-paced and dynamic world of hedge funds! Our client, a top-tier hedge fund, is seeking a talented and experienced Research Data Analyst to join their innovative team. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, alternative datasets, and contribute to impactful research that drives investment strategies. If you thrive in a high-stakes environment and are passionate about data, this position is perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Trials and Subscriptions: Set up data trials and manage subscriptions of alternative datasets for research economists.
• Data Ingestion and Publication: Use Databricks and Dremio to ingest and publish datasets through the Data Team’s platform.
• Data Quality Management: Maintain and extend the data quality check library while monitoring vendor data quality to enhance performance.
• Data Analysis: Conduct data analysis using Python, Jupyter, SQL, and Tableau.
• Dashboards and Visualizations: Create dashboards and visualizations to support research activities.
• Data Scouting: Scout for new data sources, profile vendors, and provide feedback to economists regarding the data landscape.
• Work Planning: Organize and prioritize work in alignment with company goals.
• Status Reporting: Provide regular status updates to internal stakeholders.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Buyside Data Experience: At least 3 years of data experience working for a buyside firm.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong coding skills in SQL and Python.
• Data Management Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of how organizations consume, lifecycle, and manage their data.
• Proactive Learning: Shows initiative and a willingness to learn.
• Communication Skills: Clear and concise communication style.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fast-Paced Environment: Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Developer Collaboration: Experience collaborating with developers.
• Research Data Expertise: Experience with alternative and macroeconomic research datasets, and familiarity with vendors such as Macrobond, Haver, Bloomberg, etc.
• Advanced Excel Skills: Proficiency in advanced Excel functionalities.

If you are a dedicated Research Data Analyst ready to take on new challenges and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. Join our client’s innovative team and help drive their success.