Business Data Analyst

Role: Business Data Analyst (Finance Function) The Role A client in the food, hospitality and media industry is seeking a temporary Business Analyst to join the team for a short-term engagement through the end of May. You will provide hands-on analytical and financial support during a period of increased workload, helping to clear a backlog of work and maintain momentum across ongoing projects. The role sits within the finance function and reports directly to the Director of Strategy, with a focus on delivering robust analysis to support strategic decision-making across multiple parts of the business. Responsibilities • Project driven analysis across different elements of the business and the market • Assessment of strategic options, including potential growth sectors within a franchise-style business • Production of board-level reports and supporting FP&A activities • Creation, improvement and maintenance of dashboards, including consolidation and automation of inputs • Finance administration tasks such as sales logging, invoicing and internal transfers Requirements • Strong business and data analysis capability • Solid understanding of small business finance, particularly FP&A • Experience producing analysis and reports for senior leadership or board-level audiences • Proficient in Google Sheets and Looker Studio • Experience using Sage for finance administration • Strong project and workstream management skills • Ability to interpret analysis, identify issues and propose practical solutions • Comfortable operating in a strategic context, assessing risks and opportunities • Confident communicator, able to work effectively with senior stakeholders • Self-starter who can work autonomously with pace and urgency • Comfortable balancing detailed administrative tasks with higher-level analytical work • Sound judgement and discretion when handling sensitive information • Adaptable and effective in a small, fast-moving business environment • Background in consulting and/or FMCG is beneficial Details • Start date: As soon as possible • Duration: Until May 31 2026 • Day Rate: £350LTD ~ Ideal, some flex for the right candidate • Location: London, Hybrid, 3 days in office weekly