The opportunity
We have an opportunity for a Commercial Analyst to join us on the exciting and rewarding path we are taking here at Castle Trust Bank. Having become a fully authorised bank in 2020, we pride ourselves in being a fintech challenger bank, providing specialist property mortgages, retail finance lending and savings accounts to a variety of customers.
Joining our Retail Finance division (Omni Capital), you will be responsible for delivering analytical data and reporting to support the strategic decisions regarding the performance of the Retail Finance portfolio in addition to individual retailer performance.
You will focus on MI reporting and the continued development and evolution of our MI reporting suite, ensuring the maintenance of data quality and integrity within these suites. You will also develop best-in-class data analytics and modelling capabilities to swiftly address complex data, performance, and product-related issues. Additionally you will evaluate and provide insights into portfolio and retailer performance, working closely with the Account Management and Business Development teams to offer analytical support and drive business performance. Responsibilities will also include planning and forecasting portfolio performance based on commercial inputs from the business and effectively communicating business performance to key stakeholders within the division.
The role will be on a hybrid working arrangement, 3 days a week from our London office and the rest of the week from home.
What we are looking for in you…
What is important to us is that you have proven data analytics capability (including strong data extraction skills) and are proficient in the use of Excel, PowerBI, SQL, Python and Salesforce. In addition, you will have experience in data modelling with the ability to deliver concise and relevant data analytics in an easily digestible format. If you have previous experience in working in the consumer lending sector in a regulated lending environment, this would be highly advantageous. You should have a willingness to adopt and implement AI techniques to improve process efficiencies.
What is equally important is that you have a degree in a numerate, financial, accounting, business or economics (or similar) discipline. You will be proactive by nature with a willingness to gain a deep understand new concepts, constantly looking to evolve and improve existing processes or working methods. You will have the ability to manage key stakeholder relationships and translate complex information to non-technical audiences.
What’s in it for you…
As well as a competitive salary, we offer an annual performance related bonus (up to 10% of base salary) based on individual and company performance. In addition, a generous contributory pension scheme through Hargreaves Lansdown, life assurance, 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays on top) with the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days (terms apply). In addition, you will receive an extra day paid annual leave for Volunteering.
Wellbeing is also high on our agenda, and we offer healthcare benefits through Equipsme. In addition, all colleagues have free access to TELUS Health EAP to support their health and wellbeing. We also offer free eye test vouchers and discounted gym membership, and if that’s not enough, we also offer season ticket travel loans (if applicable).
Caught your attention? If so, we’d love to talk to you and tell you more about what it’s like to work at Castle Trust Bank – The Place To Work!
Castle Trust Bank is an equal opportunity employer where we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our colleagues to thrive. We welcome applications from all and will not discriminate against any status/characteristic protected by law and will always base our decisions on merit.
We are proud to support people with disabilities and are committed to be a Disability Confident employer. If you are a person with a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role you will be offered an interview. Should you require any reasonable adjustment to support you in your application for one of our opportunities, please contact talent@castletrust.co.uk
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