Data Analyst, Senior Specialist

Vanguard’s Flagship & Distribution Analytics team is expanding! We are seeking an experienced data analyst to support the Flagship Client segment and the Distribution organization. This role partners closely with business leaders to design strategies, influence outcomes, and proactively surface actionable insights.

The Ideal Candidate

• Identifies and champions opportunities to apply advanced analytical methods and emerging technologies to business problems

• Demonstrates deep expertise in one or more technical domains (e.g., Python, advanced analytics, experimental design and execution)

• Applies advanced analytical techniques (e.g., predictive modeling, experimentation) in a business setting

• Partners effectively with stakeholders to consult, shape problems, and translate business needs into analytical solutions

• Develops and manages analytical roadmaps and learning agendas to drive continuous insight generation

• Recognized as a thought leader and subject matter expert within Data & Analytics and across business partners

Core Responsibilities

Business Partnership & Problem Framing

• Engage with stakeholders to understand business strategy, goals, and key questions

• Structure ambiguous requests into clear analytical approaches and lead complex projects end-to-end

• Serve as the analytics lead on cross-functional, enterprise-level initiatives

Data Management & Quality

• Acquire and synthesize structured and unstructured data from multiple sources

• Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency; establish and enhance data quality standards

Advanced Analytics & Insight Generation

• Perform complex analyses using advanced techniques and machine learning to uncover trends and insights

• Validate methodologies and elevate analytical rigor across the team

Storytelling & Executive Communication

• Develop and deliver executive-ready insights and visualizations

• Translate analysis into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leaders

Analytics Product Ownership

• Design, develop, and manage recurring reporting and analytics solutions

• Drive best practices in data visualization and mentor others in effective storytelling

Coaching & Community Building

• Mentor and coach analysts across the team

• Contribute to advancing analytics capabilities through knowledge sharing and training

Additional Contributions

• Support special projects and broader team priorities as needed

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant analytics experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred

• Strong technical expertise, including coding and application of advanced analytical methods

• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive decisions through data

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Special Factors

Sponsorship

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.