Data Analyst

Data Analyst

Location: McLean, VA 22102 onsite

Duration: 12 + Months

Client: Freddie Mac

Need locals within 30 Miles

Must Have Qualifications:

Ideal candidate must have 2+ years of relevant experience and is proficient in Power BI and Jira. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be analytical and able to dive into data and uncover trends, insights, or gaps.

Job Description:

Analyze, interpret, and visualize data to support business decisions within capital markets processes.

Coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and deliverables.

Prepare clear, concise management reports and executive presentations for status and milestone updates.

Liaise with stakeholders across business and technical teams to gather requirements, manage expectations, and communicate progress.

Track project progress, identify risks/issues, and propose solutions to keep initiatives on track.

Support process improvements by analyzing current workflows and recommending data- driven enhancements.

Ensure documentation of project requirements, changes, and outcomes.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of capital markets operations, products, and data flows.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Data Science, or a related field.

2+ years of relevant experience as a Data Analyst, Project Coordinator, or similar role in Financial Services industry.

Strong understanding of capital markets processes and data (e.g., trade lifecycle, settlements, market data, financial instruments).

Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize tasks efficiently.

Excellent stakeholder management skills; experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.

Proficient in preparing management reports and executive-level presentations (PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).

Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and project management software (e.g., JIRA, MS Project) is required.