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Welcome to the CareersinAnalytics.com Careers Advice area. Here you will find exclusive articles, information and resources on the Data Analytics and Data Science industries.
Browse through our articles to find advice on how to get started in Analytics, tips for creating your CV, what to expect in Analytics job interviews, skill-building articles to help you move up the ladder in your Analytics career, and articles on how to balance your work & personal life, and grow your confidence both in and outside of the workplace.
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With the growing importance of data science there has been a corresponding expansion in both the hard and soft skills expected of Data Scientists. We've prepared some structure to help you get ready for your interview more systematically and comprehensively.
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Can you switch things up professionally and move from accounting or risk management to data analytics? The short answer is yes, but there are some questions to ask yourself as part of your planning process.
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A Day in the Life of a Data Analyst
27/01/2022
Working in Data Analytics can be a varied and interesting career. We look at what a typical day in the life of a Data Analyst could involve. -
We look at what questions to ask at your Data Science interview that would help you ascertain whether this role and this company is the right fit for you.
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Data Analyst Interview Questions, Part 2
03/11/2021
While you will be expected to answer questions on career goals, experience and Data Analysis basics, the real proof of your worthiness to fill a Data Analyst role is in your technical proficiency. -
Data Analyst Interview Questions, Part 1
26/10/2021
What types of questions might you be asked during your Data Analyst interview? Expect different types of questions depending on the level at which you're applying to. -
Data makes the world go round. So long as we have the experts available who can interpret it. So, what do companies look for when hiring people for Data Analyst jobs?
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What questions should aspiring Data Scientists ask when they are called for interview in order to showcase their expertise?
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Climbing the Analytics Career Ladder
17/06/2021
Working in data analytics opens a great many doors but as with anything those opportunities will only materialise if you lay the right foundations. -
Working in data analytics undoubtedly demands that practitioners are technically skilled. However, it’s important not to discount the value of soft skills. So, which are the soft skills you need to set your data analytics career on the track to success?
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For candidates wanting to break into a career in data science, we shed some light on how best to prepare for your job interview and what hiring managers are looking for.
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What type of person fits the mould for Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Learning (ML) jobs? We look at what you need to know to get into these specialised fields.
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Data Analyst is one of the hottest jobs on the current job market but in today’s ever-changing business landscape, what is the outlook for your career prospects long-term?
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Why Businesses Need Business Analysts
25/08/2020
Business Analysts are a highly valued role in many companies. But, what exactly makes a Business Analyst so vital? -
So, you want to be a Quantitative Analyst?
01/08/2020
If the idea of an intellectually and financially rewarding career sounds appealing, then working in Quantitative Analytics may be worth further research. -
A career in Data Science requires a mix of technical expertise, an array of soft skills and considerable experience. But how do you highlight these on your CV?
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The Skills Analytics Professionals Need
15/05/2020
There are some tools and knowledge that span the entire analytics field. No matter the speciality, these are the skills that every analyst needs to know from the get-go. -
So, you want to be a Business Analyst?
27/04/2020
Considering a career as a Business Analyst? Like many analyst jobs, exactly what the role entails can be tricky to define. -
Why are Data Scientists Quitting?
15/04/2020
Despite the industry’s glamour, Data Scientists are quitting at concerning rates. With the talent pool diminishing, it begs the question - what is driving Data Scientists to leave their jobs? -
Analytics Careers at the Big Four
05/03/2020
Whether starting out in the field or considering a lateral move, working at one of the Big Four could be the right fit for your Analytics career.
