About the FCA
There are few jobs where you
can make a real difference to the 2 million people who work in the UK Financial
Services industry, the 40 million consumers of financial products and the
stability of our economy as a whole.
From regulating Consumer Credit to driving action on Foreign
Exchange manipulation or helping strengthen accountability in the banking
sector, the FCA is working with the industry to protect consumers, ensure the
integrity of the UK financial system and promote fair and effective
competition. Our remit has expanded significantly since our creation in 2013,
with the number of firms we regulate growing from 23,000 to over 45,000. We
oversee conduct across the full span of the financial sector from global investment
banks to high street payday lenders. We do this by working with consumer
groups, trade associations and professional bodies, domestic regulators,
international partners, and a wide range of other stakeholders.
About the Role
We are looking for a number
of Data Analyst Apprentices to join our programme in September 2025. The primary role of a Data Analyst is to
collect, organise and study data to provide business insight. Data analysts are
typically involved with managing, cleansing and aggregating data, and using a
range of analytical techniques to generate insights from that data. In this
role, you would work across a variety of projects, providing technical data
solutions to a range of stakeholders.
We hire Data Analysts into a range of divisions
across the business, you could join one of several areas; Data Technology &
Innovation (DTI), Market Oversight or Supervision, Policy and Competition (SPC)
to name a few.
The key responsibilities of a
Data Analyst will include:
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Using
a range of data systems to identify, extract and manage data
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Collecting
and compiling data from different sources and making links between the data
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Delivering
data management, cleansing and analysis of the FCA’s regulatory data to support
our Data Publications
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Administering
data quality checks and record keeping to ensure our data management and
analysis is high quality
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Using
a range of analytical techniques such as data mining, time series forecasting
and modelling techniques to identify and predict trends and patterns in data
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Applying
the tools and techniques for data analysis, data visualisation and presentation
to assist production of dashboards and reports
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Clearly
communicating, both written and verbal, with team members and stakeholders
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Play
a supporting role in embedding effective Data Governance within the
organisation
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Play
an active part in the development of data management processes
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Add
cases and run reports in our case management system. Undertake basic data
extraction tasks to meet business needs.
Skills required:
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Knowledge
of Microsoft Office Packages (including Excel)
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Good
numerical skills
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High
level of curiosity in data and analysis
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Team working skills and the ability to manage conflicting
work schedules
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Logical
and creative thinking skills
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An
analytical mind – enjoys problem solving and understanding new issues
Personal qualities:
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A
thorough and organised approach – able to manage a variety of tasks and issues,
prioritising appropriately
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Committed
to learning and sets high standards for self
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Ability
to work independently and to take responsibility
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Ability
to pick up new systems/processes quickly
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Good
attention to detail – can demonstrate taking pride in work and ensuring it is
of high quality
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An
interest in
the financial services sectors and regulation, and data governance
Benefits: a minimum of 25
days’ holiday, flexible working options, a non-contributory pension, private
healthcare, interest-free season ticket loans, a subsidised on-site fitness
centre (London only), a subsidised restaurant, charity and volunteering
initiatives, sports and social clubs, a reflection and multi-faith room, free
eye tests and career and family leave.
Minimum qualifications
required (e.g. GCSEs/A-Levels):
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Minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent grade C or
above - including one in a numerical subject e.g. Maths, Economics, Finance.
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In addition to 5 GCSEs or equivalent at grade 4
(C) - 9 (A) including Maths and English,
Additional Information: Please note that this role does not meet the
government eligibility criteria detailed on gov.uk
for visa sponsorship. We’re therefore unable to sponsor visas for this
programme.
Employment start date: Monday 1st September 2025
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £23,000
Working hours: 35 hours per week
PLEASE
NOTE:
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Your application and any work you submit
throughout the recruitment process must be all your own. You will not allow
another person to complete any parts of the assessment nor submit responses
provided or generated by an AI assistant or other similar software.
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For
the 2025 Data Analyst Apprenticeship submit your online application by Sunday 20th
April 2025. However, we recruit on a rolling basis and therefore encourage
early applications.
