Staff Data Analyst, Operations at Wise

At Wise, our Staff Analyst is a pivotal technical leadership position, acting as a force multiplier for our entire Operations Analytics team. This isn't about running queries and building dashboards; it's about owning complex, ambiguous challenges from end to end, from identifying critical business opportunities to architecting the scalable data solutions that will power our future. You’ll be one of Wise’s most senior individual contributors, working with  a high degree of autonomy.  We're looking for a true analytics technical leader who thrives on autonomy and is driven to make a tangible impact. You will be a trusted partner to senior leadership, using your deep technical expertise and strategic insights to influence decisions and drive outcomes. You'll not only lead our most critical analytical projects but also mentor a talented team of analysts, setting the standard for technical excellence and fostering a culture of continuous growth. If you are a proactive, strategic thinker who wants to solve problems that matter on a global scale, this is your opportunity. Join us and play a key role in building the future of finance, making our mission of money without borders a reality for millions of customers. What you’ll do: • Drive Strategic Impact: Lead analytical roadmaps and strategic initiatives that align with Wise's long-term goals. You'll identify high-impact opportunities, cut through ambiguity on critical projects, and drive outcomes in leadership forums. • Own Complex Problem-Solving: Take ownership of large, complex analytical projects from conception to delivery. You'll define project structures, align senior stakeholders, and navigate technical ambiguity to execute at pace. • Influence and Lead: Act as a trusted partner to senior leadership. You'll prepare and deliver high-level presentations, skillfully tailor your communication to influence diverse audiences, and resolve conflicts decisively by leveraging data to build consensus. • Champion Technical Excellence: Pioneer the development of efficient, high-performing SQL, and lead the design of scalable data infrastructure and workflows using tools like dbt. You will establish and enforce best practices in coding, data analysis, and system design across the team. • Mentor and Develop Talent: Play a key role in growing our analytics function. You will mentor other analysts, identify and close gaps in technical and domain knowledge, and promote a culture of continuous learning and development.What you’ll bring: • Strategic Mindset: Proven ability to think strategically, connect analytical work to broader company objectives, and drive projects that deliver significant impact across multiple teams or tribes. • Flawless Execution: A track record of leading large-scale, complex projects with a high degree of autonomy. You can create multi-quarter roadmaps and execute on time-sensitive, critical initiatives. • Advanced Technical Skills: Full independence in your technical abilities. You are an expert in SQL, data pipeline tools (like dbt), and data analysis, with the ability to design and architect scalable, future-proofed data solutions. • Leadership and Influence: Experience in mentoring and developing analysts. You are a compelling communicator who can build strong partnerships with senior stakeholders, drive consensus, and foster a culture of constructive feedback. • Proactive Ownership: A deep sense of ownership and proactivity. You don't just complete tasks; you identify opportunities, champion new tools and frameworks, and set an example for the entire analytics community at Wise.