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# Data Analyst (FinCrime Focus - Contract) Remote

- **Company:** Capitex
- **Location:** London, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Big Data, Database Queries, SQL Databases, Data Analytics
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815153970-data-analyst-fincrime-focus-contract-remote

## About the Role

* Strong proficiency in SQL and Excel
 * Demonstrated experience in data analysis and data interpretation
 * Experience working with large, complex datasets
 * Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail
 * Clear communication skills and ability to work independently in a remote environment
 * Comfortable working under flexible engagement terms

Preferred (not mandatory):

 * Background in Financial Crime Compliance (FinCrime), AML, Sanctions, or PEP data analysis
 * Experience extracting insights from FinCrime systems or datasets
 * Exposure to data-driven compliance or risk management projects
 * 3-15 years of total work experience (flexible depending on depth of data experience), * This contract provides flexibility but also requires adaptability due to the zero-hours model.
 * Strong self-management, communication, and reliability are essential for success in this engagement.
 * FinCrime domain experience will be considered a significant advantage but is not essential if data capability is strong.

## Description

Assignment Overview

We are seeking an experienced Data Analyst to support ongoing Financial Crime (FinCrime) data initiatives on a short-term contract basis. The role focuses on data analysis, SQL querying, and Excel-based reporting, ideally within a financial crime or compliance context.

This is a remote role suitable for candidates based in the UK (preferred) or US, offering flexible working hours and the opportunity to contribute to high-impact FinCrime analytics projects.

Required Skills and Experience

 * Strong proficiency in SQL and Excel
 * Demonstrated experience in data analysis and data interpretation
 * Experience working with large, complex datasets
 * Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail
 * Clear communication skills and ability to work independently in a remote environment
 * Comfortable working under flexible engagement terms

Preferred (not mandatory):

 * Background in Financial Crime Compliance (FinCrime), AML, Sanctions, or PEP data analysis
 * Experience extracting insights from FinCrime systems or datasets
 * Exposure to data-driven compliance or risk management projects
 * 3-15 years of total work experience (flexible depending on depth of data experience)

Interview Process

 * Stage 1: Technical assessment (SQL and data analysis test)
 * Stage 2: Interview with hiring manager or project lead

Key Notes for Candidates

 * This contract provides flexibility but also requires adaptability due to the zero-hours model.
 * Strong self-management, communication, and reliability are essential for success in this engagement.
 * FinCrime domain experience will be considered a significant advantage but is not essential if data capability is strong.


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