Financial Business Analytics Partner

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  • Dublin
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Posting Description:Financial Business Analytics PartnerDo you have a Financial Planning and Analysis background and want to pivot into a data and analytics‑focused business partnering role? Are you excited by the idea of turning complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior leaders to drive performance and strategy? This hybrid role, based in our Dublin office, offers the flexibility to work both virtually and on‑site as part of Aon’s global analytics community!Aon is in the business of better decisionsAt Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.What the day will look likeBased in Dublin, you will join Aon’s Growth Analytics team in Singapore as an integrated extension of this dynamic, high‑energy group. The team delivers data‑driven insights that empower leadership to drive performance and support strategic decision‑making across Aon.In this Financial Business Analytics Partner role, you will act as an analytics translator between business leaders and technical data & analytics experts, turning data into meaningful insights that drive performance improvements and process optimisation. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders across sales, products, technology, finance and more to shape and deliver analytical solutions that have real business impact.Key responsibilities include:
  • Partnering with countries on the delivery of analytical insights and the embedment of the team’s suite of analytical products
  • Working with cross‑functional teams to source large data sets, address data quality challenges, reconcile reports, apply business logic, validate results and generate insightful analyses
  • Managing initiatives and analytical projects to ensure delivery within agreed timelines
  • Partnering with local, regional and global teams to implement recommendations that drive positive and balanced outcomes
  • Cultivating and sustaining strong relationships across diverse teams to achieve collective goals and organisational success
  • Managing and influencing stakeholder expectations and decisions, and supporting effective change management
  • Articulating complex analytical and financial concepts clearly to support senior management in data‑driven decision‑making
  • Supporting the conceptualisation, roll‑out and testing of new analytics products and solutions
  • Gathering end‑user requests and translating them into clear business requirements for development teams
How this opportunity is differentThis role offers an outstanding opportunity to blend your experience in financial forecasting and analysis with a forward‑looking data and analytics business partnering remit. Rather than focusing solely on reporting, you will be at the centre of crafting how leaders understand performance, identify opportunities and make strategic choices.Skills and experience that will lead to successYou are likely to succeed in this role if you bring a strong finance foundation, a passion for making decisions based on data insights, and the confidence to partner with senior leaders.Key skills and experience include:
  • Degree or equivalent experience in Business Finance (Budgeting and Forecasting) with a minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in related areas
  • A desire to grow into a business analytics consultant role (note: this is not on a data scientist career track)
  • Strong ability to manage ambiguity, including:
  • Analysing complex, unclear situations and developing clear, actionable plans or recommendations
  • Breaking down ambiguous problems into manageable components and identifying potential solutions
  • Being comfortable making decisions with partial information and adjusting strategies as more data becomes available
  • Demonstrated growth mindset and willingness to learn proprietary models (such as cost allocation / costing)
  • A collaborative, proactive team player with strong analytical, problem‑solving and critical thinking skills
  • High‑level written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in a clear and compelling way
  • Strong organisational skills, capable of managing multiple tasks, prioritising effectively and working with diligence
  • Proficiency with Microsoft tools such as Power Automate, Power BI and SQL/VBA would be an advantage
How we support our colleaguesIn addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable adjustments we provide, email#LI-HYBRID#LI-JM3

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