Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Immediate Data Analyst Opening for Recent Graduate

Position: Data Analyst
Department: Internet/Compliance and Enforcement
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: Director, Global Internet and Data Analysis

This is a temporary, short-term position with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. We are looking for someone to start immediately; therefore, we are willing to be flexible with the minimum qualifications if someone has the right educational background. You must have earned your Bachelor's degree to be considered.

Summary:

BSA | The Software Alliance is the leading advocate for the global software industry before governments and in the international marketplace. Its members are among the world’s most innovative companies, creating software solutions that spark the economy and improve modern life. With headquarters in Washington, DC and operations in more than 60 countries around the world, BSA pioneers compliance programs that promote legal software use and advocates for public policies that foster technology innovation and drive growth in the digital economy.

The Data Analyst will be responsible for overseeing and implementing BSA’s data collection, analysis and reporting efforts. This includes designing and analysing programs, processes and procedures to extract, transform, integrate and load data into data systems and reporting tools to ensure timely and accurate compilation, analysis and dissemination of worldwide metrics data.

The incumbent will report to the Director, Global Internet and Data Analysis and is responsible for performing ongoing development and production of BSA’s internal Dashboard via extensive analysis of BSA enforcement program data, tracking the effectiveness of BSA programs and the performance of member companies in those programs. In addition, the Data Analyst will house, provide analysis and respond to ongoing requests for data generated from various BSA sponsored industry reports and studies.

Key Responsibilities:

Anti-Piracy Duties
  • Overall management of LCMS (Lead Case Management System Database), including system and data integrity; conceptualization, development, and implementation of system improvements; and technical support and training to BSA staff, members, and vendors
  • Prepare reports and analyze BSA’s historical and current data related to case metrics
  • Identify/track process improvements related to BSA enforcement programs and data capture, develop and maintain key performance indicators and develop dashboards related to same
  • Prepare/analyze reports, including summary reports, for BSA’s global enforcement programs (tracking changes in economic performance, business and political climate,
  • Identify/track BSA success metrics related to markets where BSA operates, including analyses of BSA member participation in BSA enforcement programs, revenue pipelines, and lead generation efforts, present findings to BSA senior staff and members
  • Support senior management in annual budgeting process, ad-hoc financial analyses, and board/planning meetings by incorporating BSA financial data with enforcement data
Other Duties
  • Provide ongoing support to respond to data requests from BSA management and member companies
  • Generate monthly reports on BSA results overall and for member companies
  • Support the annual budget process by providing metrics and other market data for inclusion in the annual budget packet.
Professional Experience and Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in business discipline such as Finance, Business Administration or Economics, or a liberal arts degree complemented with significant business/financial work experience; Masters preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a data analytics and reporting role.
  • Advanced computer proficiency in the areas of spreadsheets, graphics, database and word processing software in a Windows environment. Proficiency and experience with Vlookups, Pivot Tables, and SQL a strong plus.
  • Exceptional customer service skills, attention to detail and timeliness.
  • Ability to work with different departments on cross-functional projects.
  • Analytical, communications and presentation skills to enable useful dissemination of results.
  • Strategic thinker with ability to see big picture.
How to Respond

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to careers-us@bsa.org and
 Karen Antebi karena@bsa.orgInclude the position title and location in your Subject Line. 

BSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. We offer competitive, comprehensive benefits and a collaborative, engaging work environment that encourages innovation and rewards creativity.