Senior Business Analyst - Remote

Overview

Niche is the leader in school search. Our mission is to make researching and enrolling in schools easy, transparent, and free. With in-depth profiles on every school and college in America, 140 million reviews and ratings, and powerful search tools, we help millions of people find the right school for them. We also help thousands of schools recruit more best-fit students, by highlighting what makes them great and making it easier to visit and apply.

In Short

• Conduct thorough analysis of business processes and systems to identify areas of improvement and optimization
• Develop and maintain comprehensive business models to support decision-making and strategic planning
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights
• Support the implementation and maintenance of our self-service analytics framework providing ELT, SLT, and Business Area analytics support
• Design and implement data-driven strategies to enhance operational efficiency and drive business growth
• Create detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to senior management and other stakeholders
• Lead and manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals
• Mentor and support junior analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development
• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to ensure Niche remains competitive and innovative

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Data Science, or a related field. A Master’s degree preferred
• 5+ Years of experience in business analysis or related field, with proven track record of delivering impactful insights and recommendations
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools and software, such as SQL, Python, Tableau, or similar platforms
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear and actionable insights
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Experience in the education or real estate industry is a plus

Benefits

• Fully flexible workforce empowering employees to choose to work remotely or in the office
• Competitive compensation in a fast-growing company
• 100% paid employee health plan, including vision and dental
• Flexible Paid Time Off Policy
• Stipend for building a personalized work from home office
• 12 weeks fully paid parental leave
• Meaningful 401(k) with employer match
• Immediate impact on the company and millions of users
• A supportive team that celebrates wins together