Junior Data Analyst UK&I

As a Junior Data Analyst at Experian, your key responsibilities will include providing data processing services, running both simple and complex batch processes to deliver data to clients, and extracting data using coding techniques. You'll also collaborate with Account Managers to ensure requirements are met and be involved in maintaining a quality codebase to support data activities.

To apply for the Junior Data Analyst position at Experian, you should have experience with SQL and demonstrate analytical thinking in solving numerical problems. Understanding data structures and their significance in data processing will be crucial. Additionally, experience in building relationships and managing multiple tasks will enhance your application.

At Experian, we prioritize personal development. As a Junior Data Analyst, you'll have access to a variety of training programs, learning materials, and online courses that will support your career growth. The career pathway is designed to help you enhance your skills and progress within the company.

Experian is committed to promoting work-life balance. As a Junior Data Analyst, you will enjoy 25 paid vacation days, an additional day off for your birthday, and three extra paid days for participating in social responsibility events. We also offer flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work.

As a Junior Data Analyst at Experian, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package that includes life insurance, food vouchers, additional health insurance, a monthly flex allowance, corporate discounts, and even a birthday gift. We strive to create an environment that supports your overall well-being.

When answering this question, share specific SQL projects or tasks you've worked on, such as data extraction, manipulation, or reporting. Highlight any challenges you faced and how you resolved them, demonstrating your analytical skills and ability to work with data effectively.

To effectively manage multiple tasks, discuss your organizational skills and any tools or techniques you use, like to-do lists, project management software, or time management strategies. Provide examples of how you’ve successfully balanced conflicting deadlines in previous experiences.

Explain your understanding of data structures, including examples like arrays, tables, or graphs. Emphasize their significance in terms of data retrieval, manipulation, and storage, and how they support effective data analysis and delivery processes.

Discuss your methods for validating data, such as cross-checking data with different sources, using algorithms to identify inconsistencies, or conducting thorough reviews. Share an instance where your attention to detail ensured high accuracy in your previous work.

Provide a specific example where teamwork was essential to completing a project, detailing the role you played and how you communicated with team members. Highlight the importance of collaboration in achieving project goals and ensuring quality outputs.

Describe your approach to making data accessible, such as using clear visuals, simplifying terminologies, or creating summaries. Highlight a past scenario where you successfully presented complex information to help stakeholders make informed decisions.

List the tools you have experience with, such as Excel, Tableau, or specific SQL tools. Explain how you utilized these tools for specific tasks, showcasing your practical knowledge and readiness for the Junior Data Analyst role at Experian.

Discuss your openness to feedback and how you view it as an opportunity for growth. Provide an example of how you’ve effectively incorporated feedback into your work in the past, leading to improved outcomes.

Share a specific challenge you faced regarding data analysis, detailing your thought process and the steps you took to solve it. Emphasize the analytical skills you used and the successful resolution as a result of your efforts.

Be ready to express your passion for data and technology. Discuss your admiration for Experian’s innovation and commitment to using data to drive transformation in various industries. Align your career goals with the opportunities available at Experian.