Data Analytics & Governance Analyst – Markets Risk Con

Job Title: Business Analytics Analyst – Price Credit Risk & Controls (Hybrid NYC | Long-Term Contract)Location: New York City (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite)Job Type: Contract (Long-Term Engagement)Client: Leading Global Financial Institution About the Role A leading global financial institution is seeking a talented Business Analytics Analyst to join its Price Credit Risk and Controls team within the Markets division. This position focuses on data governance, data metrics, and issue management, with a strong emphasis on supporting data governance and quality initiatives from end to end. Key Responsibilities Support the Metrics and Data Controls Lead in developing a platform that provides actionable insights into data quality issues to drive risk reduction. Automate and operationalize data quality metrics using SQL, Python, and Tableau. Create and maintain Tableau dashboards and Excel reports for data quality tracking and storytelling. Collaborate with Technology teams by writing data/feature specifications to enhance analytics capabilities. Analyze trends in data quality indicators and support decision-making by senior management. Coordinate UAT (User Acceptance Testing) activities for new analytics tools and dashboards. Identify risks/issues early and ensure timely resolution or escalation with clear communication. Provide technical and analytical support across data controls, governance, and pricing risk metrics. Deliver insights in a fast-paced environment while navigating ambiguity and complexity. Required Skills and Qualifications 3–5 years of experience in business/data analytics, preferably in Financial Services or Markets. Strong working knowledge of market products and risk/control functions. Hands-on proficiency in SQL for data extraction, transformation, and analysis. Advanced experience with Tableau for visualization and dashboard creation. Solid experience using Excel for analysis and reporting. Familiarity with Python and Jupyter Notebooks (a plus). Ability to work independently, manage deliverables, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Excellent analytical skills with a detail-oriented approach. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in data governance, issue management, and control analytics. Understanding of Price Risk, Market Risk Management, or Product Control functions. Exposure to Python data science libraries such as SciKit-Learn. Strong verbal and written communication skills to deliver targeted messaging to senior audiences. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Data Analytics, Business, or related discipline; Master’s preferred. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a global initiative focused on risk control and data analytics excellence in the financial sector. Apply today to join a world-class team at a leading global financial institution. Job Type: Contract Pay: $70.00 - $90.00 per hour Work Location: In person