Lead Associate, Business Operations – Shared Services Data Analyst

Save the Children US

Lead Associate Data Analyst developing dashboards and reports for Save the Children. Engaging in data analysis and stewardship practices to support business operations and shared services.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeWashington • Connecticut, Kentucky, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $59,450 - $80,950 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data reporting, visualization, and analysis, with a strong focus on data governance and quality. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and maintain compliance with reporting standards.

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Data ReportingData VisualizationData GovernanceData QualityMicrosoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisDashboard DevelopmentProcess AutomationData Dictionary ManagementMetric DefinitionData AuditingData StewardshipTrend AnalysisData InterpretationData Documentation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationCollaborationTime ManagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

Data PrivacyData Quality StandardsReporting GuidelinesData IntegrityData Ownership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build Dashboards, Reports, and Automate Processes (50%)
Maintain and enhance existing dashboards by collaborating with business partners to understand reporting needs, prioritize requests, and implement data-driven improvements.
Develop and maintain a data dictionary that clearly documents and defines key metrics, data sources, and calculation methodologies to promote consistency and transparency.
Partner with the Data Infrastructure team to define reporting requirements and data models to shape self-service analytics.
Review and analyze existing reports to ensure alignment in metric definitions, improve data accuracy, and identify opportunities to consolidate or retire redundant reports.
Conduct audits of existing reports and distribution lists to verify appropriate access, ensure compliance with data privacy and confidentiality requirements, and support responsible data governance.
Maintain existing automations and develop additional process automation required for automated reporting and dashboard updates.
Data Analysis (25%)
Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and insights, and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations to support workforce and business decisions.
Respond to ad hoc data requests by preparing clear summaries and visualizations that accurately describe the requested data, highlight key takeaways, and support informed decision-making.
Support data literacy efforts by helping business partners and other employees understand how to interpret, use, and apply data appropriately in compliance with established definitions, privacy standards, and reporting guidelines.
Data Stewardship (25%)
Support data stewardship practices by helping to document data ownership, data definitions, and usage standards to promote data quality, consistency, and accountability.
Assist in monitoring data quality and integrity by identifying data issues, escalating discrepancies, and partnering with system owners to support remediation efforts.
Partner with the Data Governance team to define and enforce BOSS data standards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent, plus at least 3 years of relevant experience
Foundational experience working with data reporting and visualization through internships, academic projects, or entry-level professional roles.
Basic understanding of data concepts such as data governance, data quality, metrics, and reporting standards.
Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document processes and explain data clearly to non-technical audiences.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
Professional proficiency in MS Office suite, including Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, basic data validation) and comfort working with structured datasets
Professional proficiency in spoken and written English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible schedules and time off: Flexible schedules, generous PTO, 11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays and hybrid working opportunities
Health: Competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family
Family: A variety of paid leaves: caregiver, parental/adoption, critical child illness and fertility benefits
Employee Rewards Program: Annual merit increases and/or additional incentives for eligible employees
Retirement: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions (after one year)
Wellness: 15 safety and wellness days annually (if hired on or after July 1, safety and wellness days prorated to 8 days), mental health benefits and support through Calm and company-hosted events
Employee Assistance Program: free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services
Learning & Growth: Access to internal and external learning & development opportunities and mentorships