Head of Keying & Linking

Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds,  and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

Equifax is seeking a driven and insightful Senior Analyst to join our dynamic Core Analytics team within the Data and Analytics (D&A) division. This is a pivotal role where you will directly contribute to our success by reshaping the way we use and combine our data. The ability to match a piece of data to an address, a company or a person is at the heart of how Equifax serves the financial industry.

You will work closely with internal analytics teams, data owners and technology squads to ensure our matching logic is the best around. You will be a part of one of the biggest and most important projects the company has undertaken that utilises the latest technology and techniques for matching.

What you’ll do 

• Manage a growing team of 2 - 4 analysts (ranging from junior to senior experience levels).

• Work with project managers to plan and track team activities.

• Collaborate with Technology and other Analytics teams to implement and then get the best out of new matching processes.

• Mix management responsibilities with being hands-on:

  • Application of data mining tools and programming languages like SQL and Python to prepare data and undertake analysis.

  • Design and test new matching algorithms for names and/or addresses. Document and present to senior analytics leaders for approval.

  • Create logic that continually reviews the quality of matching over time and highlights data where match results should be adjusted.

  • Develop deep data knowledge in the structure, application and permissible use of data sources in present state and devise plans for any possible improvements that would aid the matching algorithms.

  • Conduct analysis for any matching related queries from clients or consumers.

What experience you need  

• Relevant numerical degree with a 2:1 or above.

• Experience in programming languages such as SQL or Python in a data analytics environment

• Strong technical expertise and experience of analytics techniques to solve problems, especially string comparisons.

• You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with team members and stakeholders at various levels, including business leaders.

• You have shown to be consistently strong at execution of tasks; hitting deadlines without compromising on quality of work.

• Strong years experience of managing at least two people.

• Extensive hands-on experience in a data analytics environment.

What could set you apart

• Previous data analytics experience working with consumer credit reference agency data

• Detailed experience of name and/or address matching processes 

The Perks of being a Equifax Employee?

We offer a wide range of company supported benefits including contributory pension, life cover, income protection, healthcare, enhanced maternity and sick pay, 26 days holiday and a day off for your birthday, with the ability to buy and sell and free credit checks. We also offer flexible benefits ranging from cycle to work, discounted travel options, gym membership, dining and leisure discounts, financial & savings plans, mobile discounts plus much more!

We also support personal development and have a range of learning options including our global online learning platform and allow you to bring your whole self to work supported by our Inclusion and Diversity, Wellbeing and Employee Engagement forums.

Are you ready to power your possible?  Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference!
 

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