Senior Data Analyst (6 Month FTC)

Legal & General (L&G) is a leading UK financial services group and major global investor. We’ve been safeguarding people’s financial futures since 1836, and strive to build a better society, while improving the lives of our customers and creating value for shareholders. We are one of the world’s largest asset managers and provide powerful asset origination capabilities. Together, these underpin our retirement and protection solutions: we are an international player in pension risk transfer, in UK and US life insurance, and in UK workplace pensions and retirement income. Who we are Our Retail business supports customers throughout their lives, to help them save, plan, protect and enjoy retirement. We’re a leading provider of retirement and protection solutions. We aim to support our c.12.8 million policyholders and workplace members throughout their lifelong financial journeys. We focus on helping the customers of today and tomorrow achieve better long-term outcomes. We either talk with them directly or work with intermediaries and employers to meet their needs. We use the latest technology to connect with them quickly, efficiently and wherever possible in highly personalised ways. Job Description We’re looking for a Senior Data Analyst to join us in Cardiff, on a 6 month fixed-term contract. In this role, you'll combine strong analytical capability with a passion for data visualisation, collaboration and continuous improvement. You’ll play a key role in shaping how analytics is delivered, while helping others to develop their skills and confidence with data. What you'll be doing: • Scoping and guiding analytics projects from design through to technical delivery • Developing efficient, repeatable and automated reporting and analytics processes • Using data manipulation techniques and tools to create robust, structured datasets • Producing clear and engaging dashboards and visualisations using Power BI or Tableau • Championing data visualisation best practice and raising standards across the business • Working closely with stakeholders to understand needs and translate them into insights • Managing relationships, resolving issues and acting as a bridge between business and technical teams Who we're looking for: • Strong analytical skills with the ability to work confidently with large and complex datasets • Proven experience building dashboards and visualisations using Power BI and/or Tableau • Solid experience using SQL for data manipulation and reporting automation • Confidence engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior leaders • A collaborative approach with the ability to explain data clearly to non‑technical audiences • A proactive mindset with a focus on improving ways of working and delivery Whatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer: • The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance -related bonus plan and valuable share schemes • Generous pension contribution • Life assurance • Healthcare Plan (permanent employees only) • At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years’ service. There’s also the option to buy and sell holiday • Competitive family leave • Participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only) • There are the many discounts we offer – both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online • We’re creating net‑zero carbon workplaces by 2030 by investing in our sustainable, modern offices across the UK, all designed to bring people together and elevate the in‑person experience Additional Information At L&G, we believe it's possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. If you join us, you’ll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel. We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time, term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we accommodate requests when we can. It doesn’t matter if you don’t meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose.