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SENIOR BI ANALYST UP TO £65,000 WATFORD OVERVIEW We are working exclusively with a major global off-price retailer that is building a dedicated analytics capability within its finance function. This is a great opportunity for a Data Analyst with strong Power BI experience to join a new team and play a key role in improving reporting, insight, and data-led decision-making across the commercial side of the business. THE COMPANY The business is a large, international retail organisation with thousands of stores across multiple countries. In the UK and Europe, it operates across several major markets and has a strong presence in the off-price retail sector. The company already has multiple data teams across different areas of the business; this team sits within finance and partnering closely with commercial stakeholders. The goal is to bring more structure, consistency, and insight to reporting across this part of the organisation. THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES As Data Analyst, you will work closely with finance and commercial teams to collate, analyse, and present data that supports business decisions. You will be responsible for building and improving Power BI reports, working with data models, engaging with stakeholders, and collaborating with internal data warehouse teams where needed. Key responsibilities include: • Building reports and dashboards in Power BI, • Collating and analysing data for commercial and finance stakeholders, • Working with data models to improve reporting quality and usability, • Liaising with stakeholders to understand reporting needs, • Supporting the creation of a more formalised analytics function, • Working with internal data warehouse teams to access and structure data SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: We are looking for someone with: • Strong Power BI experience Experience building reports and dashboards for business users * Expert SQL knowledge • Good understanding of data modelling, • Strong stakeholder engagement skills Experience working with finance, commercial, or sales data would be beneficial * Experience in a large business environment is preferred

Senior Finance Analyst (BI) Up to £65,000 + Bonus Watford This is an exciting opportunity to join a high‑exposure Finance/Data function where you will shape insight for senior leaders, work directly with the executive team, and play a central role in how the business uses data to guide strategic decisions. If you are commercially minded, strong with SQL, and enjoy answering complex performance questions, this role offers real impact and visibility. The Company They are a large, well‑established consumer business undergoing positive change in how they use data to drive financial and strategic decision making. Their BP&A team sits at the centre of the organisation, partnering with senior stakeholders and providing impartial analysis on market trends, operational performance and investment decisions. As their data capabilities evolve, they are strengthening their analytical toolkit and enhancing how data flows across the business. The Role • Provide analytical support on key strategic questions, including performance drivers, market expansion, new channels and investment cases., • Use SQL to extract, join and manipulate data from Snowflake and other sources to answer business‑critical questions., • Develop reporting and insights that translate complex trends into clear recommendations for decision makers., • Work closely with cross‑functional teams to understand context, build relationships and challenge assumptions where needed., • Contribute to automation and new analytical processes, alongside supporting existing tools such as Power BI and Alteryx., • Combine analytical outputs with strong commercial judgement to guide executives on what actions to take next. Your Skills and Experience • Strong commercial experience using SQL to work with multiple datasets, joins and tables., • Experience working with financial data, and ability to interpret P&L and cashflow drivers, with an understanding of how performance links to financial outcomes., • Confident communicator able to partner with senior stakeholders, work in ambiguity and influence decisions., • Skilled in building clear, actionable insights and storytelling., • Experience with Power BI., • Financial analysis knowledge is helpful but not essential if analytical capability is strong.

Senior Data Analyst (Player Analytics) Hertfordshire - hybrid working 3x a week Up to £95,000 + bonus This is a senior analytics role for someone who thrives on ambiguity, pace and commercial impact. You will work at the heart of a data led organisation where analytics directly shapes product, marketing and digital decisions. The role is varied, highly visible and suited to an analyst who enjoys solving new problems rather than running routine reporting. The Company They are a large, regulated consumer business operating at national scale, with a strong digital and marketing footprint. Analytics is embedded across decision making, with senior leaders actively relying on insight to guide strategy and investment. The organisation is undergoing significant transformation, creating a rare opportunity to influence how data is used across the business. The Role • Sit within a central Player Analytics function supporting digital, commercial, CRM and wider business initiatives., • Lead ad hoc deep dive analysis to uncover player behaviour, risks and commercial opportunities., • Build and evaluate commercial models to assess the upside and downside of new products, features and incentives., • Support test and learn activity by forming hypotheses, measuring impact and identifying unintended consequences., • Optimise digital journeys and player experiences using behavioural and transactional data., • Act as a thought partner to senior stakeholders, anticipating questions and challenging assumptions with evidence. Your Skills and Experience • Strong commercial analytics experience within a consumer or regulated environment., • Advanced SQL skills, with experience working on large, complex datasets in cloud data warehouses., • Experience using Python or R for advanced analysis such as segmentation, clustering and cohort work., • Ability to translate ambiguous business questions into structured analysis and clear recommendations., • Confidence communicating insight to senior stakeholders with clarity and credibility., • Understanding of customer motivation and responsible engagement principles is highly valued. What They Offer • High autonomy, trust and exposure to senior decision makers., • The chance to work on high impact projects with real commercial and social outcomes., • Long term career development within a mature and growing data function. How to Apply Apply now to learn more about this Senior Data Analyst role and how it could shape the next step in your analytics career.

Senior Business Intelligence Analyst Up to £65,000 + Bonus Watford This is an exciting opportunity to join a high‑exposure Finance & Analytics function where you will shape insight for senior leaders, work directly with the executive team, and play a central role in how the business uses data to guide strategic decisions. If you are commercially minded, strong with SQL, and enjoy solving complex performance questions, this role offers real impact and visibility. The Company They are a large, well‑established consumer business undergoing a positive transformation in how data is used to drive decision-making. The BI team sits at the centre of the organisation, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to deliver actionable insights on customer behaviour, financial performance, and growth opportunities. As their data capabilities evolve, they are investing in modern data platforms and improving how data is structured, accessed, and leveraged across the business. The Role • Analyse key business questions, including performance drivers, customer behaviour, financial outcomes, and growth opportunities., • Use SQL to extract, transform, and model data from Snowflake and other sources to generate robust insights., • Develop reporting and dashboards that translate complex datasets into clear, actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders., • Work cross‑functionally (product, marketing, operations, and finance) to provide context, align on definitions, and challenge assumptions., • Apply financial and commercial understanding to interpret performance, including revenue drivers, cost dynamics, and profitability., • Support the development of scalable BI solutions, including data models and dashboards, using tools such as Power BI and Alteryx., • Contribute to improving data quality, KPI definitions, and analytical best practices across the organisation., • Combine technical analysis with strong business judgement to influence decision-making at a senior level. Your Skills and Experience • Strong hands-on SQL experience working with complex datasets, joins, and transformations., • Proven experience in a BI, analytics, or data-focused role delivering actionable insights., • Solid understanding of financial and commercial data, including revenue, cost drivers, margins, and performance metrics., • Ability to interpret P&L dynamics and link data analysis to financial outcomes and business performance., • Experience working with large-scale data platforms (e.g. Snowflake or similar)., • Strong data visualisation and dashboarding skills, ideally with Power BI., • Understanding of data modelling principles and how to structure data for scalable analytics.

* * SALARY: From 42,692 pa dependent on experience LOCATION: Milton Keynes HYBRID WORKING: Our current hybrid working policy requires a minimum of 60% of working time to be based in the Milton Keynes office however flexibility is expected to meet the needs of the business and the role. HOURS / CONTRACT TYPE: Full time permanent 35 hours CLOSING DATE: 25/5/2026 We reserve the right to close the advert earlier If we receive a high volume of applications. Were looking for ahighly motivated and experienced Treasury Analyst to join our team, focusing on funding, liquidity and interest rate risk. The role spans responsibilities across Volkswagen Financial Services (UK) Ltd (VWFS UK) and VW Bank GmbH (UK Branch) (VW Bank UK) In this role, you'll be accountable for establishing, implementing and producing the necessary liquidity, hedging and stress scenario analytics and models to inform decision making and regulatory reporting requirements. What youll be doing: • You'll be accountable for full compliance with all applicable rules, regulations and standards, including the European Organisational Handbook (EOHB), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and European Central Bank (ECB) requirements., • Own and manage monthly Asset & Liability (ALM) data uploads and reporting for all UK entities, consistently meeting regulatory deadlines to support downstream ECB and PRA Risk and Regulatory reporting., • Monitor, measure and report interest rate risk exposures using gap analysis and interest rate risk models in line with the approved framework., • Ensure funding, swap derivatives and longterm loan structures remain within approved Asset & Liability limits and aligned to relevant risk frameworks. Partner with Headquarters to review and maintain swap effectiveness and derivative testing documentation, supporting the ongoing hedge accounting approach., • Develop and present datadriven recommendations for interest rate swap activity to manage ALM mismatches and minimise exposure to interest rate volatility, underpinned by robust quantitative analysis and market insight., • Support the implementation of natural hedging strategies between VWFS UK and VWSB Ltd, providing modelling, analysis and insight to inform strategic decisionmaking., • Lead the design, development and ongoing enhancement of Treasury and Liquidity models and forecasts, enabling clear reporting of liquidity and hedging positions to regulators, local management and Group Headquarters., • Contribute to the delivery of Internal Liquidity Adequacy Assessment Process (ILAAP/ILAPP) requirements, including data collection and liquidity stress testing. Produce and analyse Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) and Net Stable Funding Ratio (NSFR) outputs, informing funding strategy and HighQuality Liquid Assets (HQLA) optimisation., • Prepare and deliver Market, Capital and Liquidity Risk Committee reports on a monthly basis, actively managing Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) to support informed risk decisions. Produce Treasury reports and Asset & Liability Committee (ALCO) packs for local and Group committees as required., • Maintain strong control frameworks and reconciliations, ensuring all model outputs reconcile to Accounting, Liquidity and Regulatory reporting actuals. Fully investigate and explain variances, and ensure models are efficient, welldocumented, auditable and compliant with Internal Development Policy (IDP) requirements., • Own the consolidated UK entity planning tool, delivering a detailed fiveyear liquidity and funding plan. Validate and challenge HQ planning inputs, analyse the impact of funding options, and conduct scenario and stress analysis to assess the effect of market movements on interest rates, funding costs and liquidity positions. Youll need to be at least a part qualified Treasurer (ACT) or Accountant (ACA, ACCA)with a great understanding of Treasury and Accounting. Youre committed to learning and continuous professional development to remain commercially aware of current and emerging market and credit risks. Essential experience & skills • You'll have demonstrable experience of Treasury Function operations preferably within a financial services environment., • You can build strong stakeholder relationships both internally up to director level and externally to secure commitment and support., • A proactive approach with the ability to react appropriately and effectively to changing circumstances and demands., • You're able to anticipate and understand interdependencies between different functional areas. Bonus: Discretionary 10% on-target bonus (based on personal and Group company performance) Pension: Employer pension contribution of 9% (based on employee contribution of 3%). VWFS will pay 6% if employee chooses a 2% employee contribution. Car schemes*: Choice of Employee Car Ownership (ECO) scheme for petrol/diesel and hybrid vehicles plus car insurance OR Company Car scheme for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) plus car insurance cover for you and a partner/eligible family member. Other benefits: From day 1 we provide income protection, life assurance (4x salary), retail discount vouchers , access to Care Concierge (a service to support carers of adults), along with other salary sacrifice options including a will writing service and cycle to work (subject to scheme restrictions). Following successful completion of probation, you will have access to private medical insurance for you (with the option to buy additional family cover), access to our loan car scheme for up to 2 cars for your partner or eligible family members (subject to scheme restrictions) and during our annual benefit window you can purchase critical illness cover and dental cover , so you can select the benefits that matter to you. We invest in our people and are passionate about driving development. Youll have access to LinkedIn Learning via our Degreed platform as well as a host of professional development programmes and opportunities to build your technical and soft skills so you can further develop your career. We also offer mentoring schemes and reciprocal partnerships recognising that we can all learn from each other in the flow of work. * * * Why join VWFS UK? Youll have the opportunity to make a difference by helping us to achieve our mission. Our mission is straight forward; we want to be 'The Key to Mobility'. That means we make getting from A-to-B as easy and simple for as many people as possible. To truly meet the mobility needs of people in a changing world, our offering goes beyond traditional vehicle financing. We do this by providing a range of finance and aftersales products on Volkswagen Group vehicles, as well as developing innovative mobility products designed to solve real problems and support our customers. No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! VWFS is proud to be an inclusive employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion isnt just a statement for us, we encourage and aspire for all our colleagues to be their 100% self. If you need any reasonable adjustments to assist you with the application and/or recruitment processes, please contact our Resourcing Team. This role does not meet the UKVIs criteria for the skilled worker sponsorship route, therefore we are unable to accept candidates requiring sponsorship for this role.

About the Role Are you ready to shape the future of clean energy by delivering sharp insight that drives smarter investment decisions? At EDF Power Solutions, your analysis will help power Britain and Irelands journey to net zero and support the growth of our renewable energy portfolio. The Opportunity We are looking for a motivated Investment Analyst with a passion for renewable energy to join EDF Power Solutions. You will support valuations across wind, solar and storage projects, helping shape investment decisions in the UK and Ireland markets. You will work closely with senior analysts and project teams, contributing insight that supports M&A, partnerships, financing solutions, auctions and Final Investment Decisions. This role offers strong development opportunities in a fastgrowing sector. Location: This role is hybrid based from our office in #London or #Edinburgh. Closing Date: 21st of May 2026 Who you are We are seeking an analytical thinker who can communicate insights clearly and enjoy solving complex problems. You are curious about renewables and motivated by contributing to the UKs net zero objectives, with a strong desire to grow into a trusted modeller. You bring strong data skills and can collect, clean and interpret information with accuracy. You take pride in presenting highquality work and can manage your workflow in a fastmoving environment. You have sound commercial awareness and can translate technical and financial inputs into clear outputs. You build strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, and you thrive in a collaborative team. Financial modelling experience, understanding of accounting and valuation techniques, and knowledge of the UK electricity and renewables market are all beneficial. What youll be doing • You will engage in project valuation work, collating and challenging assumptions to deliver reliable financial outputs that support investment decisions across multiple technologies, • You will prepare analysis, insight and presentations for key stakeholders and project managers, • You will support business critical work streams, contributing to papers for senior management, • You will maintain and develop business models and tools to support project optimisation workstreams and analysis of funding solutions at project and portfolio level, • You will provide research and modelling support to monitor policy and regulatory changes and assess impacts on EDF Power Solutions, • You will support competitor analysis, including auction analysis and wider industry tracking If youre looking to join a company where you can work hard, have fun and help create a net zero future, youre in the right place. If youre passionate about tackling climate change and supporting a cleaner, greener future, wed love you to join us. Alongside a competitive salary, potential for an annual bonus and a market-leading pension scheme, our benefits include flexible options to suit your lifestyle from electric vehicle leasing and private healthcare to extra holiday and more. Everyone is welcome at EDF. Were committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and people with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, well support applicants who need adjustments. Why EDF Power Solutions? Were united by a shared ambition to tackle climate change and power a net zero future. Our diverse team is growing fast, driven by innovation and a commitment to clean, green energy for all. With technologies spanning onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery storage and green hydrogen, were the UK and Irelands most diverse renewable generator. By 2035, we aim to deliver 10GW of low-carbon energy and wed love you to help us get there. Energise your career. Accelerate a net zero future. #RenewableJobs #EDFcareers #LI-Hybrid Join us, and lets do good together.

An environmental charity is seeking an Audience Research and Insight Analyst to bridge behavioral science and audience insight in their campaigning and fundraising efforts. This role involves designing research, analyzing data, and translating insights for strategic decisions.

Vitae Financial Recruitment in Watford is seeking a Finance Analyst to join their commercial finance team. Ideal candidates should have a degree in finance or a related field, along with intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

This role involves supporting insights built from market visits, working closely with various stakeholders, and delivering actionable reports on retail trends.

Audience Research and Insight Analyst. Audience Research and Insight Analyst. Confidence communicating complex insight clearly and engagingly to a range of stakeholders.

Commercial Finance Analyst Watford (Hybrid - 2-3 days in the office) £40,000 - £45,000 + Bonus & Excellent Benefits Our client, a market-leading and well-established business based in Watford, is looking to appoint a talented Commercial Finance Analyst to join their high-performing commercial finance team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a soon-to-be-qualified finance professional who is progressing well through their studies and looking to accelerate their career within a supportive, forward-thinking environment. The role offers broad commercial exposure, genuine development opportunities, and the chance to work closely with senior stakeholders across the business. The Role This is a highly varied position that will provide exposure across multiple areas of finance, enabling you to build a well-rounded commercial skillset. You'll play a key role in delivering meaningful financial insight to support strategic decision-making and business performance. Key Responsibilities Support the month-end close process, including P&L analysis and reporting Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles Produce regular financial reports, analysis, and performance commentary Partner with non-finance stakeholders to provide insight, challenge, and support Analyse data to identify trends, risks, and commercial opportunities Contribute to the continuous improvement of reporting processes and systems About You This role would suit a driven and ambitious individual looking to build a long-term career within commercial finance. You'll be naturally analytical, inquisitive, and confident working with both data and stakeholders across the business. Ideally, you will have: * Intermediate to advanced Excel skills * A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, (1st or 2.1) * A Grade A Levels * Active study towards ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualification (finalist or passed finalist preferred) * A proactive mindset with the confidence to challenge, question, and improve processes * Strong communication and problem-solving skills What's on Offer * Excellent career development and progression opportunities * Broad commercial finance exposure within a leading organisation * Supportive and collaborative team environment * Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package * Hybrid working flexibility If you're looking for a role that offers genuine progression, variety, and the opportunity to make a real commercial impact, apply now. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Finance Analyst Watford (Hybrid - 2-3 days in the office) £34,000 - £36,000 + Great Benefits and bonus Our client, a well-established and sector-leading business based in Watford, is looking to source a Finance Analyst for their commercial finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their finance career looking to gain broad exposure and accelerate their development in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. This is a varied Analyst position offering experience across multiple areas of finance, with the opportunity to rotate and build a well-rounded skillset. You'll be working closely with senior stakeholders and playing a key role in delivering insight to support business decision-making. Key responsibilities include: • Supporting the month-end process, including P&L analysis and reporting - Assisting with budgeting and forecasting cycles - Producing regular financial reports and performance analysis - Partnering with non-finance teams to provide insight and challenge - Identifying trends, risks, and opportunities through data analysis - Contributing to the continuous improvement of reporting and processes This role would suit a high-potential individual looking to build a long-term career in finance. You'll be someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with data, and engaging with stakeholders across the business. Ideally, you will have intermediate to advanced Excel skills, a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field (or equivalent), actively studying a professional qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) and have a proactive and inquisitive approach, with the confidence to ask questions. If you're looking for a role that offers genuine development, variety, commercial finance exposure, reward and recognition, apply now. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Evolve are partnering with a leading UK MedTech organisation to recruit a Commercial Analyst to join the centre of its strategic decision-making function. This is an opportunity to go beyond reporting and use data-driven insight to shape commercial decisions across products, suppliers, and performance, supporting business growth and better patient outcomes. This is a full-time, hybrid position based from our client’s head office in Hertfordshire. Why Apply? Excellent Salary & Benefits - A competitive starting salary of £27,500 to £33,000 DOE, plus pension, and much more! Collaborative Culture - Thrive in a supportive, people-focused environment. Ideal Requirements for the Commercial Analyst • Experience in analytical or commercially focused environments - Brings experience from a commercial, analytical, or data-led role, ideally with exposure to products, suppliers, pricing, or margin analysis., • Commercially minded and analytically strong - Able to turn data into meaningful commercial insight, with a clear understanding of how businesses grow, perform, and create value., • Confident working with data and decision-making tools - Strong Excel capability as a minimum, with the ability to analyse information accurately and present clear, actionable conclusions., • Naturally curious with a proactive mindset – Looks beyond what’s immediately visible, asks the right questions, and takes ownership without waiting for direction. Role Responsibilities for the Commercial Analyst • Turn data into commercial direction - Use insight across capital, consumables, and service to spot opportunities, risks, and trends early, influencing key business decisions with clear, actionable recommendations., • Shape the future product portfolio - Identify gaps, evaluate new products and suppliers, and help bring commercially strong, clinically relevant solutions into the business., • Drive smarter commercial performance - Support campaigns and planning with data-led insight, tracking performance end-to-end to ensure decisions are driven by evidence, not habit., • Influence profitability and supplier strategy - Analyse margin, cost-to-serve, and supplier performance to identify where value can be strengthened, improved, or protected. Recruitment Process 2 stage interview process Interview with a hiring manager who is a passionate and experienced leader, values your ideas, mentors your growth, and is committed to helping you succeed in this role. Excited to learn more? Click apply or reach out to the MedTech recruitment team for full details! Evolve is a leading recruitment and outsourcing organisation, operating within the Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Medical Device and Life Science sectors. Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our success as a company, We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic