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Data Analyst, Specialist

Yesterday Scottsdale, AZ

This position requires proficiency in Python and SQL, strong consultative and communication skills, and a solid foundation in statistical analysis. Experience with advanced modeling techniques is highly preferred. You'll join a high-impact team that leverages data to drive crew-first decisions and shape the future of HR at Vanguard.

What You'll Learn:

  • How to influence HR business partners to make data-driven, crew-first decisions
  • Deepen your expertise in the People Analytics domain
  • Sharpen your communication skills for senior leadership audiences
  • Apply advanced analytics techniques and work with AI/ML - Enabled data environments

Core Responsibilities:

  • Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business strategies and translate them into analytical approaches. Lead projects from scoping to delivery, providing both tactical and strategic guidance.
  • Data Acquisition & Validation: Source structured and unstructured data, ensuring its quality, accuracy, and relevance.
  • Advanced Analytics: Conduct in-depth analyses to uncover trends and insights using advanced statistical and modeling methods. Review and validate techniques used by peers.
  • Insight Communication: Create compelling visualizations and presentations that translate complex analytics into actionable recommendations for business partners.
  • Process Ownership: Develop and manage recurring analytics and reporting processes to support ongoing business needs.
  • Team Development: Mentor and coach junior analysts, share best practices, and foster continuous learning across the team.
  • Special Projects: Contribute to strategic initiatives and take on additional responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years experience with Python, SQL & Advanced Analytics
  • Ability to independently interface with non-technical partners (business leaders/specialists) and technical teams (engineers) and communicate effectively to these groups
  • Experience with data storytelling through visualization

Preferences:

  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred
  • Experience with advanced modeling techniques is highly preferred
  • In-depth knowledge of people analytics

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

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.

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Client-provided location(s): Scottsdale, AZ, Charlotte, NC, Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-169767
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-09-12T20:27:50

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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