Nicolas Antoniou
@nicolasantoniou1
Senior Data Analyst specializing in compliance operations and automation.
What I'm looking for
I am a Senior Data Analyst with extensive experience in compliance operations and a strong focus on automating processes to enhance operational efficiency. Currently, I work at Currencies Direct, where I develop insightful dashboards and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven decision-making. My proactive approach has led to significant cost savings and improved performance metrics.
Throughout my career, I have consistently sought ways to streamline reporting processes and build strong partnerships with stakeholders. My previous roles at Currencycloud and LexisNexis have equipped me with a solid foundation in data governance and analytical problem-solving. I take pride in mentoring new analysts and leading training sessions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within my teams.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Data Analyst (Compliance Operations)
Currencies Direct (Redpin)
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Developed monthly and weekly MI dashboards (KPI's and SLA's), providing insights to business leaders that contributed to operational efficiencies and improved performance. Proactively sought ways to streamline and automate traditional processes, building intellectual partnerships within the Compliance Ops data domain.
Senior Data Analyst (Compliance Operations & Ops Strategy and Execution)
Currencycloud (VISA/Visa Cross Border Solutions VXBS)
Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)
Enhanced and automated existing reporting and processes to fit evolving business needs, liaising with high-level stakeholders and documenting processes. Provided insights on monthly and weekly MI dashboards (KPI's and SLA's), significantly contributing to decision-making.
Data Analyst (Compliance Operations)
Currencycloud (VISA/Visa Cross Border Solutions VXBS)
Sep 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 4 months)
Built, quality checked, and maintained complex reports and dashboards to track department's key performance indicators (KPI's and SLA's) against targets. Collaborated with stakeholders to scope and prioritize ad hoc data projects, analyzing data to test hypotheses and generate new business insights.
MI Analyst
LexisNexis Risk Solutions
Jan 2021 - Sep 2021 (8 months)
Produced and maintained monthly and weekly MI dashboards (KPI's and SLA's), which helped track and monitor performance within the operations department. Developed forecasting models to mitigate risk and improve overall efficiency and performance.
BI & Analytics Graduate
Propel Finance
May 2020 - Jan 2021 (8 months)
Led modelling development projects to improve portfolio management (RAG assessment) and handled BAU requests across the business to ensure analytical support. Prepared monthly board packs and liaised with senior business leaders to collate and apply feedback.
Credit Analyst Graduate
Propel Finance
Sep 2019 - May 2020 (8 months)
Prepared templates used to critically evaluate the risk of default in annual reviews, serving as a reference for decision-making based on FCA principles. Areas of evaluation included affordability and credibility testing.
Researcher
Cardiff University
Jun 2018 - Aug 2018 (2 months)
Performed a meta-analysis in cooperation with two academics as part of the Cardiff Undergraduate Research Opportunities Programme (CUROP). This involved detailed data collection and synthesis.
Second Lieutenant
Cyprus National Guard
Jul 2014 - Jul 2016 (2 years)
Undertook a 5-month rigorous training in a military academy in Greece, initially serving as a Cadet Officer and later as a Second Lieutenant. This role developed strong leadership and organizational skills.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of South Wales
MSc Financial Services Management, Financial Services Management
Grade: Upper Second Class
Completed a Master of Science degree in Financial Services Management, achieving an Upper Second Class. This program provided advanced knowledge and skills relevant to the financial services industry.
Cardiff University
BSc Business Economics, Business Economics
Grade: Upper Second Class
Obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Economics with an Upper Second Class. The curriculum focused on economic principles applied to business contexts, enhancing analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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