Senior Data Analyst

Description

IT Sr. Data Analyst works with business, data governance and IT partners to understand the data needs and identifies and documents the requirements for the project efforts. The BA / DA works closely with the identified business data owner / SMEs and performs his / her own research to understand the elements, performs data analysis, and gathers all necessary element attributes and performs any required mapping. The BA / DA serves as a requirement liaison between business and IT to ensure all questions are answered, requirements are clarified and necessary updates are captured. The BA / DA supports the development and testing through requirement development and validation. The BA / DA reports team activities to project management, team management, functional experts, team members, and project stakeholders. The resource will resolve cross-functional issues and involve appropriate functional units to ensure a seamless project implementation.

Responsibilities :

Formulate and define systems scope and objectives for complex projects and foster communication between business leaders and IT

Consult with users and clients to solve complex system issues / problems through in-depth evaluation of business processes, systems and industry standards and recommends solutions

Support system change processes from requirements through implementation and provide input based on analysis of information

Consult with business clients to determine system functional specifications and provides user and operational support

Identify and communicate risks and impacts, considering business implications of the application of technology to the current business environment

Act as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts and work as a team to achieve business objectives, performing other duties and functions as assigned

Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.

Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.

Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and / or other team members.

Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications :

5-8 years of relevant experience

Experience with projects relating to data management efforts including but not limited to the implementation of an Enterprise Data Model, Operational Data Store, Metadata Repository and Master Data Management

Strong understanding of relational databases

Experience performing extensive data mapping exercises and in-depth data analysis activities

Strong ability to read / interpret complex SQL

Experience eliciting requirements during real time collaborative sessions with stakeholders located in different geographic locations

Strong interpersonal skills and techniques to solve dynamic problems; excellent teamwork skills

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong consulting skills

Experience identifying and implementing process improvement

Solid skills effectively working multiple projects simultaneously in a cross-functional environment

Strong organizational skills and ability to influence team dynamics

Proficiency in project management methods and techniques

Ability to estimate work effort at project milestones for business / data analysis activities with progressively improved variance to actual effort as scope and requirements are refined

Ability to research, classify, and prioritize business, user, functional and non-functional requirements

Experience in varying SDLC methodologies especially Agile

Self-motivated

Detail oriented

Must have experience working with Mainframe, Client / Server, Web, and system architecture

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint) with extensive experience using Excel for data analysis

Education : Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent work experience

Successful Candidates MAY also have :

Knowledge of Mortgage and Retail business

Knowledge / experience using JIRA or similar requirement management tools

Experience with the development and documentation of use cases and stories

Previous programming experience

Ability to read / interpret SAS code

Good understanding of interface design patterns and concepts

Education :

Bachelor's degree / University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Job Family Group : Technology

Job Family :

Business Analysis / Client Services

Time Type : Full time

Primary Location :

Irving Texas United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range :

87, - $131,

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including : medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and / or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date :

Sep 02, 2025