I am looking for a role as a data analyst, as an accomplished financial professional transitioning into this area, I bring a unique blend of analytical prowess, market insight, and technical skills to the table. My background in financial analysis has equipped me with a solid foundation, which I'm eager to expand upon in a broader data-centric role.During my five-year tenure as a self-employed proprietary trader focusing on European Indices, I developed and implemented profitable trading strategies, demonstrating my ability to analyse complex data sets and make swift, informed decisions. This experience honed my skills in pattern recognition, trend analysis, and risk management which are all crucial attributes for a data analyst.Prior to this, as a senior trading risk manager, I collaborated with my team to execute multi billion pound trades across various platforms. This role showcased my capacity to work under pressure, interpret large volumes of data, and translate insights into actionable strategies that significantly impacted the organisation's financial performance.To further enhance my technical capabilities, I recently completed a comprehensive data engineering course. This program has equipped me with proficiency in key technologies including Python, SQL, and Terraform, complementing my existing analytical skills with modern data manipulation and management techniques.I am a self-motivated professional with a passion for continuous learning and a track record of adapting to new challenges. My combination of financial acumen, newly acquired data engineering skills, and proven ability to derive valuable insights from complex datasets positions me as an ideal candidate for a data analyst role. I am excited about the opportunity to leverage my diverse skill set to drive data-informed decision-making and contribute to organisational success in this new capacity.