James Arnott
About James Arnott
James Arnott is a Senior Business Analyst with over 15 years of experience in the financial services sector, currently working at Legal & General. He has held various analytical roles at notable companies including Mitsubishi UFJ Securities, Barclays, and BP, and possesses strong data analysis and technical skills.
Current Role at Legal & General
James Arnott has been serving as a Senior Business Analyst at Legal & General since 2020. In this role, he utilizes his extensive experience in the financial services sector to drive technical and operational changes. His responsibilities include analyzing data and implementing strategies to improve business processes. His tenure at Legal & General has allowed him to deepen his understanding of the financial services landscape.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
James Arnott has over 15 years of experience in the financial services sector. Prior to his current role, he worked at Mitsubishi UFJ Securities as a Business Analyst from 2011 to 2013. He also held positions at Barclays as a Senior Business Analyst in two separate stints, from 2014 to 2015 and from 2018 to 2019. His experience includes roles at BP, where he worked as a Finance Analyst and Business Analyst, and at Centrica as a Risk Analyst.
Educational Background and Qualifications
James Arnott studied at the University of Reading, where he focused on Finance and achieved a qualification in International Securities Investment and Banking from 1999 to 2002. He furthered his education at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, where he studied Accountancy and became a Qualified Management Accountant from 2007 to 2010. His educational background supports his analytical skills in the financial sector.
Technical Skills and Expertise
James Arnott possesses strong data analysis and technical skills, which are essential for his role as a Senior Business Analyst. His expertise encompasses both retail and investment banking, enhancing his ability to contribute effectively to various projects within the financial services industry. His analytical capabilities enable him to identify opportunities for operational improvements and drive change.