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Data Analyst

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Kantar

Sep 16, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Data
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Reading
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AI generated summary

  • You should have SQL proficiency, data analysis experience, knowledge of Python or R, understanding of statistics, familiarity with AWS, and skills in Excel or Power BI. Collaboration and problem-solving are key.
  • You will analyze user data, identify model issues, extract insights, transform data using ETL tools, build visualizations, and collaborate with teams to improve user engagement.

Requirements

  • Experience with database queries, programming, data mining/wrangling, analysis, and reporting.
  • Strong proficiency in SQL, with the ability to read, write, and query optimally.
  • A keen curiosity about data, statistics, machine learning, and data science.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with an emphasis on product development, logical thinking, and critical analysis.
  • Experience with statistical computer languages such as Python, Scala, R, MATLAB.
  • Knowledge of statistical techniques and concepts, including regression, properties of distributions, statistical tests, and accurate usage.
  • Experience using web services and languages, including AWS, EC2, S3, Redshift, DigitalOcean, etc.
  • Meticulous and committed, with a good work ethic and the capacity to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
  • Experience in Excel and Power BI is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of alerts to ensure the ecosystem's functionality, working with existing models for day-to-day operations and performance.
  • Analyze user acquisition and retention data, identifying weaknesses and bugs in existing models for resolution.
  • Run analytics to extract statistics, patterns, and design machine learning models to improve existing technologies.
  • Contribute to data/statistics tasks for improving user engagement, working closely with the development team.
  • Work together with different team members to offer valuable insights and analyses that contribute to decision-making processes.
  • Communicate technical information with both technical and non-technical team members and collaborators.
  • Transform data using ETL tools like DBT to make it more accessible to the broader business.
  • Build visualizations, monitor trends, and identify patterns using time series graphing services like Grafana.
  • Define critical metrics to drive improvements in user acquisition and engagement performance.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Data Analyst in Kantar's Profiles division?

The primary role is to transform data into actionable insights, collaborate with Senior Data Scientists, and contribute significantly to various innovative projects within the Data Science team.

What programming languages and tools do I need to be proficient in for this position?

You need to have strong proficiency in SQL and experience with programming languages such as Python, Scala, R, or MATLAB. Familiarity with ETL tools like DBT and visualization tools like Grafana is also beneficial.

Is experience in statistical techniques required for this role?

Yes, knowledge of statistical techniques and concepts, including regression, properties of distributions, statistical tests, and accurate usage, is important for this role.

What are the key responsibilities of the Data Analyst?

Responsibilities include leading alerts to ensure ecosystem functionality, analyzing user acquisition and retention data, designing machine learning models, transforming data, building visualizations, and collaborating with team members to provide insights.

How many days of annual leave do employees receive?

Employees receive 25 days of annual leave, which increases with tenure.

Are there opportunities for career growth within Kantar?

Yes, Kantar encourages professional development and offers opportunities to collaborate with experienced team members, contributing to innovative projects that can enhance your career growth.

What are the working arrangements for this position?

The position follows a hybrid working arrangement, requiring at least 2 days a week of office presence in Reading.

Does Kantar offer any benefits beyond salary?

Yes, Kantar offers benefits such as a private medical health cash plan, income protection, life assurance, enhanced employer pension contributions, and award-winning voluntary flexible benefits related to lifestyle, health, wealth, and wellbeing.

Is there any support for individuals requiring accommodations during the recruitment process?

Yes, Kantar strives to provide a fair and supportive working environment and is willing to work with applicants to meet their accommodation needs during the recruitment process.

Will Kantar provide visa sponsorship for this role?

No, Kantar is not able to offer visa sponsorship or assist with relocation support for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the country where this role is located before applying.

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Mission & Purpose

Kantar is the world’s leading marketing data and analytics company. We have a complete, unique and rounded understanding of how people think, feel and act; globally and locally in over 90 markets. By combining the deep expertise of our people, our data resources and benchmarks and our innovative analytics and technology, we help our clients understand people and inspire growth.