General Bank of Canada is a Schedule 1 Chartered bank headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, and part of the Wheaton Group. Our journey began in the 1950s with an entrepreneurial spark that has grown into one of Canada’s fastest-growing small banks, delivering innovative financing solutions across automotive, aviation, and commercial sectors.
At GBC, our core values of Trust, Discipline, People-Centric Approaches, and Innovation drive every decision we make. We leverage our nimble structure to pioneer forward-thinking banking solutions in the digital era. Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work for six consecutive years, we are dedicated not only to transforming banking but also to making a real impact in the communities we serve. Since 1969, our ongoing partnership with United Way has fueled volunteer initiatives, fundraising, and community programs that truly change lives. When you join our team, you’re contributing to a future where innovation and community go hand in hand. We love it here and know you will too!
The Opportunity
General Bank of Canada is looking for a permanent, fulltime Senior Data Analyst to join as a key contributor with the Bank’s Data, Technology and Innovation (DTI) team. Consistent with the growth trajectory of the Bank, this is an excellent opportunity for the right individual to contribute to building the Bank of the future with considerable potential for learning, growth, and advancement.
The Senior Data Analyst is responsible for analyzing and transforming data into meaningful insights that drive informed and strategic decision-making. This role will develop and maintain advanced analytical models, including statistical and machine learning models, as well as build dashboards, data extraction and transformation logic, as well as reports and dashboards to ensure accuracy and relevance in business processes.
The Senior Data Analyst will take a hands-on approach to advanced model development, data extraction, validation, and visualization, leveraging SQL, Power BI, Excel, and Python to support analytical needs across the organization. Advanced model development includes all components of the data science lifecycle, including exploratory data analysis (EDA), feature engineering, model evaluation and selection using appropriate statistical and machine learning techniques, as well as visualization of model and data output. Additionally, the role will contribute to data quality and governance efforts, collaborating with data engineers, architects, and business colleagues to ensure consistency and accuracy in reporting and analytics, while strengthening modeling rigor and supporting the growth of the organization’s data and analytics capabilities.
Position Responsibilities
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Data Analysis & Modeling: Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that support data-driven decision-making. This includes the development of advanced analytical models for exception reporting, regulatory analysis, corporate performance evaluation, and forecasting to assess business impacts and opportunities. Apply statistical and machine learning techniques where appropriate to enhance accuracy and predictive capability.
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Dashboard & Reporting Development: Design, build, and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards and reports, ensuring accuracy, performance, and usability. Automate reporting processes where possible and work with business teams to refine visualizations that support business objectives and enable self-service analytics.
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Data Extraction & Transformation: Utilize SQL, Excel, and Python to extract, clean, and transform data from multiple sources, ensuring data quality and consistency. Build reusable queries, datasets, and feature sets to support self-service reporting, advanced analysis, and model development.
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Advanced Analytics & Model Development: Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA), feature engineering, and the development, comparison, and evaluation of statistical and machine learning models. Ensure models are validated, monitored, and refined to maintain accuracy and business relevance.
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Data Governance & Performance Monitoring: Support data governance by ensuring accuracy, reconciliation, and compliance with quality standards. Monitor key business metrics, flag anomalies, and assist in identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions. Contribute to model governance practices, including documentation and performance monitoring.
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Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand analytical needs, translate them into data and model-driven solutions, and present findings in a clear and actionable manner. Provide guidance on analytical methods and the interpretation of model outputs.
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Data Storytelling & Business Enablement: Communicate complex analytical and model-driven insights in a clear, compelling, and accessible way. Help business units understand key drivers, model outputs, and their implications, and support education on data concepts, analytical approaches, and self-service tools to strengthen data literacy across the organization.
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Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in analytics, data science, data visualization, and modeling. Identify opportunities to improve analytical capabilities, tooling, and reporting efficiency through new methods, automation, and enhanced modeling approaches.
What You Bring to the Table
Required Qualifications
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A bachelor’s degree in business, statistics, economics, finance, or technology is required, and a master’s degree in a quantitative field is considered an asset. Demonstrated equivalent experience will also be considered.
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5+ years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or a related field, including hands-on experience with statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and machine learning techniques in practical business settings. Experience working in a financial institution or other regulated environment is preferred.
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Proficiency in SQL, Power BI, Excel, and Python for data extraction, analysis, modeling, and reporting, including experience with common data science libraries such as pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, and statsmodels. Familiarity with version control tools such as Git, notebook environments such as Jupyter, and working with large or complex datasets is an asset.
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Experience developing dashboards, conducting advanced modeling, and performing complex data analysis, with the ability to assess analytical approaches, validate model performance, and interpret results to support decision-making. Experience with FI analytical domains is an asset, including work with credit scoring, fraud detection models, or other financial risk and performance models.
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Strong understanding of data validation, reconciliation, and governance best practices, including maintaining consistency, transparency, and rigor throughout analytical and modeling workflows.
Position Details
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Status: Permanent, fulltime
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Workplace Model: In-Office
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Location: Edmonton, AB
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Working Conditions: Office environment with the opportunity to work remotely if required.
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Compensation: The salary range for this position is $102,326.61 to 153,489.91. Compensation is commensurate with qualifications.
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Posting Deadline: Posted until filled.
What GBC Brings to the Table
At General Bank of Canada, we offer more than just a paycheque. We offer the opportunity to build your career and elevate it to new heights. Our compensation package includes base salary, group benefits, and a matched retirement savings plan program.
Our group benefits ensure you and your dependents are covered for extended health, dental, and vision care. We also provide flexible spending accounts, replenished annually, to help cover additional medical and wellness expenses. Recognized as one of the Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness in 2025, we take mental health seriously. That's why we offer extra coverage for mental health practitioners and a dynamic employee assistance program.
As an employee, you can expect more than just our competitive compensation package, comprehensive group benefits, and matched retirement savings plan. We also offer the following:
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Generous paid time off to promote healthy work-life harmony.
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Collaborative work environment where your voice and opinions are valued.
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Exclusive employee perks, including discounts for various products and services.
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Beautiful downtown office location with an onsite gym and Edmonton’s best rooftop patio.
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Engaging social events each month, offering unique experiences and opportunities to connect with colleagues, meet new people and enjoy some fun.
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Professional development and tuition support to help you advance your career.
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Welcoming teams that celebrate diversity and prioritize inclusion.
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Give back to your community. As a proud partner of the United Way, we offer numerous initiatives throughout the year for you to get involved and make a meaningful impact.
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Make an impact. Join one of our employee-led committees to develop leadership skills, expand your network and contribute to our strong corporate culture.
How to Apply
We invite you to apply directly through our Careers portal at generalbank.ca/careers. If you need assistance, you can contact us at [email protected]. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted directly.
At General Bank of Canada, we believe that diversity drives innovation and fosters a culture of inclusion. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all employees. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the rich diversity of our communities and customers.
We believe that accessibility is a fundamental aspect of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our goal is to ensure that every candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed during the interview process, and we will work with candidates requiring accommodations. If you require an accommodation, please reach out to our HR team directly ([email protected]).
We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities, including those who are underrepresented in the financial services industry. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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