Senior MI Analyst
Job Summary
LendInvest is the UKs leading FinTech platform for property finance. Over the past 18 years we have grown from just our two founders to a team of over 200 working to make property finance simple for everyone.
A workplace culture built around trying new things getting things done and having fun while we do it has helped us lend more than 9 billion of mortgages put thousands of new or improved homes into the UK housing market and successfully launch on the London Stock Exchange. We have big plans to continue growing the business our products our technology and our people.
We operate a hybrid working policy across our business to ensure we offer flexibility that is balanced with in-person collaboration. Our teams spend three days per week in the office and two days working remotely.
About your work
You are a data-driven problem solver who thrives at the intersection of finance data and technology. You dont just process numbers; you look beyond the spreadsheet to find the commercial story hiding within complex datasets. Whether you are automating a legacy process stress-testing a financial model or presenting insights to senior stakeholders you bring logical rigour and an agile mindset.
If you are passionate about leveraging advanced Excel coding and emerging AI tools to drive smarter business decisions in a fast-paced environment we want you on our team.
Key Responsibilities:
Clean collate and manipulate large non-conventional datasets from multiple sources to produce reliable MI.
Provide actionable insights and reporting for the Finance team and the wider business.
Take ownership of the inputs and assumptions required to roll financial models forward.
Test model outputs analyse trends to identify areas for improvement and implement proposed changes.
Run stress scenarios and analyse the commercial and financial impacts of various outcomes.
Champion a culture of improving existing finance processes through automation and enhanced reliability.
Actively research and stay up-to-date with the latest financial modelling techniques advanced Excel features and practical AI implementations.
About you
Previous experience within Financial Services (ideally gained in banking property lending or similar environments).
Previous analytical experience within treasury / finance operations.
A highly numerate background with a natural aptitude for logical problem-solving.
Hands-on experience working with large complex and non-conventional datasets.
Advanced MS Excel: Exceptional skills including the use of VBA macros and process automation.
Data Manipulation: Highly competent and efficient at extracting transforming and loading data from varied sources.
Experience using SQL Python or Power Query would be beneficial.
Commercial Acumen: A clear and logical approach to problem-solving with the ability to interpret both the financial and non-financial impacts of commercial decisions.
Communication: Outstanding influencing verbal and written communication skills. You must be confident presenting to and conversing with all levels of seniority as well as external stakeholders.
Adaptability: An agile working style comfortable navigating a dynamic business environment while maintaining solid attention to detail.
Time Management: The ability to independently manage a variety of responsibilities prioritise effectively and meet strict deadlines.
Collaboration: Working closely and developing strong relationships with the business (Finance Treasury IT and Capital Markets).
Benefits & perks
Competitive salary company bonus scheme
Hybrid working policy
25 days holiday (increasing with the length of service)
Private healthcare
Enhanced parental leave
Matched pension contributions up to 4%
Critical illness cover
Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health support
Life assurance
Regular performance reviews to promote a culture of growth and development
Leadership training for managers
Give as you earn scheme for charitable donations
Support for attending conferences and professional learning & development
Discounts via Perkbox
Cycle to work scheme
YellowNest Childcare
Electric car loan scheme
Monthly socials & annual offsite
Diversity Inclusion & Belonging at LendInvest
At LI we believe in bringing your whole selves to work we are committed to a culture of belonging where individuals can form a genuine community. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills.
We are happy to discuss and implement reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.