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Assurance - Financial Services - Forensic Data Analyst - Senior - London
Role summary
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EY is seeking a Senior Forensic Data Analyst to support financial-services investigations, assurance engagements and dispute-related work. The role typically involves analysing large and complex datasets, identifying unusual patterns, developing data-driven insights, preparing clear reports and presenting findings to clients and internal stakeholders. Candidates are expected to have experience in data analysis, forensic or investigative work, financial services, and tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, R, Tableau or Power BI. Strong numerical reasoning, attention to detail, written communication and the ability to manage multiple deadlines are important. The successful candidate should be commercially aware, comfortable working in teams, professionally sceptical and able to explain technical conclusions to non-technical audiences.
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How it works
How it works: Developer and analyst jobs are degree level: sponsored at GBP 41,700 or the going rate if higher (software developers about GBP 54,700, network roles GBP 45,600).
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What the job usually comes with in the UK
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| Housing | Not usually provided; you rent privately |
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| Relocation | Visa fee is yours (GBP 819; GBP 324 health and care) unless the employer pays; moving help varies |
| Flights | Not standard; varies by employer and seniority |
| Health cover | NHS care; you pay a health surcharge of GBP 1,035 for each year of the visa |
| Contract | Permanent is usual; visa up to 5 years, can be extended; the 5-year wait to settle may rise to 10 (planned) |
| Leave | At least 28 days for a 5-day week (by law); employers may count bank holidays in it |
| Income tax | 0% to GBP 12,570, 20% to GBP 50,270, then 40%; plus 8% National Insurance (Scotland differs) |
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About EY
EY, formerly Ernst & Young, is one of the world’s largest professional-services organisations and a member of the Big Four accounting firms. It provides assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions services to businesses, governments and financial institutions. EY’s Financial Services practice works with banks, insurers, asset managers and fintech companies on regulatory, risk, technology and performance challenges. Its forensic and integrity-services teams investigate fraud, misconduct, financial crime, disputes and regulatory issues, often combining accounting expertise with advanced data analytics. EY operates internationally and promotes collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. In the United Kingdom, it has major offices including London and supports clients ranging from global corporations to public-sector organisations and high-growth businesses. Employees generally work in a structured professional environment with opportunities for technical training, client exposure and progression through defined career levels.