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Senior Analyst - Alternative Data

Chicago, IL · On-site

$88K - $111K/yr

Support TransUnion's Alternative Data operations and day-to-day business functions. * Monitor the performance, health, quality, and integrity of Alternative Data Sources and Furnishers. * Serve as ...

Senior Analyst - Alternative Data

Reston, VA · On-site

$89K - $112K/yr

Support TransUnion's Alternative Data operations and day-to-day business functions. * Monitor the performance, health, quality, and integrity of Alternative Data Sources and Furnishers. * Serve as ...

Support TransUnion's Alternative Data operations and day-to-day business functions. * Monitor the performance, health, quality, and integrity of Alternative Data Sources and Furnishers. * Serve as ...

Team Overview The Alternative Data team within Data Acquisition Services is responsible for supporting and managing TransUnion's alternative data ecosystem, ensuring the quality, performance, and ...

Support TransUnion's Alternative Data operations and day-to-day business functions. * Monitor the performance, health, quality, and integrity of Alternative Data Sources and Furnishers. * Serve as ...

Support TransUnion's Alternative Data operations and day-to-day business functions. * Monitor the performance, health, quality, and integrity of Alternative Data Sources and Furnishers. * Serve as ...

Support TransUnion's Alternative Data operations and day-to-day business functions. * Monitor the performance, health, quality, and integrity of Alternative Data Sources and Furnishers. * Serve as ...

Senior Analyst - Alternative Data

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$81K - $103K/yr

Support TransUnion's Alternative Data operations and day-to-day business functions. * Monitor the performance, health, quality, and integrity of Alternative Data Sources and Furnishers. * Serve as ...

Support TransUnion's Alternative Data operations and day-to-day business functions. * Monitor the performance, health, quality, and integrity of Alternative Data Sources and Furnishers. * Serve as ...

Senior Analyst - Alternative Data

Chicago, IL · On-site

$88K - $111K/yr

Support TransUnion's Alternative Data operations and day-to-day business functions. * Monitor the performance, health, quality, and integrity of Alternative Data Sources and Furnishers. * Serve as ...

Support TransUnion's Alternative Data operations and day-to-day business functions. * Monitor the performance, health, quality, and integrity of Alternative Data Sources and Furnishers. * Serve as ...

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How much do alternative data jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for alternative data in the United States is $165,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $133,500.00 and $170,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an alternative data?

An Alternative Data job involves collecting, analyzing, and interpreting non-traditional data sources—such as satellite imagery, web traffic, or transaction data—to generate insights for financial, investment, or business decisions. Professionals in this field work with data engineering, machine learning, and statistical analysis to derive actionable intelligence. These roles are common in hedge funds, private equity firms, and large corporations looking for a competitive edge through unconventional data sources. Skills required typically include programming (Python, SQL), data wrangling, and domain expertise in finance or technology.

What types of projects or data sources do professionals in alternative data roles typically work with?

Professionals in Alternative Data roles often engage with non-traditional datasets such as satellite imagery, social media trends, credit card transaction records, web scraping data, and sensor or geolocation information to uncover actionable insights. Projects may involve evaluating consumer behavior, forecasting economic activity, or identifying trends that standard financial data might miss. The work frequently requires collaborating with data engineers, analysts, and business strategists to source, clean, and interpret large, unstructured datasets. If you enjoy tackling complex data-driven problems and uncovering new patterns to gain a competitive edge, this is a highly dynamic and impactful role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the alternative data position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an Alternative Data role, you need strong analytical skills, experience with data collection and processing, and a background in quantitative disciplines such as finance, statistics, or computer science. Proficiency in programming languages like Python or R, familiarity with data visualization tools, and experience working with big data platforms are essential, with certifications in data analysis or finance being advantageous. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and intellectual curiosity help professionals excel at explaining complex findings and creating actionable insights for stakeholders. These combined abilities are vital for extracting value from unconventional datasets and driving informed business decisions.

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Infographic showing various Alternative Data job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $165,018 per year, or $79.3 per hour.

Senior Analyst - Alternative Data

Transunion

Chicago, IL • On-site

$88K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


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9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

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Team Overview

The Alternative Data team within Data Acquisition Services is responsible for supporting and managing TransUnion's alternative data ecosystem, ensuring the quality, performance, and reliability of data sources and furnishers used across the organization. This team partners closely with customers and internal stakeholders to deliver accurate, compliant, and high-quality data solutions that support TransUnion's business objectives. This role reports to Director of Data Integration. This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.

Role Overview and Core Responsibilities

  • Support TransUnion's Alternative Data operations and day-to-day business functions.
  • Monitor the performance, health, quality, and integrity of Alternative Data Sources and Furnishers.
  • Serve as the primary internal point of contact for issues related to alternative data sources.
  • Investigate customer issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring problems.
  • Partner with customers to audit reported data and ensure accurate, timely updates.
  • Deliver high-quality customer service by managing escalations and resolving operational challenges.
  • Build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders through proactive communication and problem-solving.
  • Anticipate customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions that improve operational outcomes.
  • Support customer integration projects and work across teams to ensure successful implementation of data solutions.

Required Knowledge and Experiences

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience with 5+ years in customer-facing, operations, reporting management, or related roles.
  • Experience supporting customer integration projects and managing stakeholder relationships in a service-oriented environment.
  • Knowledge of banking, retail credit, consumer credit reporting, or related regulated industries.
  • Experience analyzing operational issues, identifying root causes, and implementing preventative solutions.

Required Technical Skills

  • Salesforce CRM experience for customer and operational management.
  • Metro 2 credit reporting knowledge and experience.
  • Power BI and/or Tableau for reporting, dashboarding, and data analysis.
  • Strong analytical and computer skills with the ability to evaluate data quality and operational performance.
  • Proficiency using reporting tools, data management systems, and business applications to support operational processes.

We're also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we're happy to support your career development and growth in:

  • Experience working in highly regulated industries and compliance-driven environments.
  • Advanced customer service and escalation management skills.
  • Process improvement and operational optimization methodologies.
  • Data quality management and governance best practices.
  • Exposure to consumer credit reporting, alternative data, or financial services industries.

Benefits that support every part of your life:

At TransUnion, we design benefits to help youfeel well, do well, and plan well-from day one.

For Your Health: Enjoyday-one eligibilityfor medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose taxadvantagedHSAandFSAaccounts to make everyday care more affordable.

For Your Protection: We've got your back withcompanypaid basic life and AD&D, optionalvoluntary life and AD&Dfor you and your family, andshort and longterm disability. You can also opt into alegal plan,pet insurance, andtravel accident coverage.

For Your Family: Fromadoption assistance and fertility planning coveragetocaregiver support, we're here for every chapter. AccessDependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentaryCare@Workmembership, andup to 12 weeks of paid parental leavewith eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return.

For Your Future: Build toward what's next with our401(k) with employer matchandEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tapfinancial wellness resources,career coaching, and optionallongterm care insuranceto plan confidently.

For You: Grow and recharge withtuition reimbursement,flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees, up to 12 paid holidays per year, commuter benefits, employeediscounts,charitable gift matching, andpaid volunteer time off, plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back.

For Your Wellness: Access24/7 supportincluding professionaltherapy,coaching, and emotional wellbeing programs alongside guided meditation and resources that supportphysical, mental, social, and financial wellness.

We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, TransUnion takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in all levels of employment and develops annual affirmative action plans. Components of TransUnion's Affirmative Action Program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are available for review to any associate or applicant for employment upon request by contacting ERCoE@transunion.com.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

TransUnion complies with all applicable immigration laws and regulations. The Company does not presently provide employer support or sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Adherence to Company policies, sound judgment and trustworthiness, working safely, communicating respectfully, and safeguarding business operations, confidential and proprietary information, and the Company's reputation are also essential expectations of this position.

Pay Scale Information:Regular, fulltime non-sales positions may be eligible to participate in TransUnion's annual bonus plan. Certain positions may be also eligible for long-term incentives and other payments based on applicable company guidance and plan documents.

TransUnion Overview:

At TransUnion, we encourage and are committed to creating a real, positive impact and shared sense of purpose within our Workforce for Good, which empowers our people to grow, innovate and contribute to a better future for our communities and customers. We strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver's seat of their professional development- while having access to help along the way. We recognize that success comes when our associates thrive both professionally and personally; that's why we prioritize work/life flexibility and offer resources for our teams across the globe to collaborate and drive excellence.

Be a part of our Workforce for Good - you'll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.

TransUnion's Internal Job Title:

Sr Analyst, Data Integration

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TransUnion LLC

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