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From: MH
Date: Wed, 08 Mar 2006
Subject: Chicago, IL: Senior Statistical Analyst at TransUnion

For more than 30 years, TransUnion has been creating financial opportunities for consumers and building competitive advantages for businesses. TransUnion is a leading global provider of business intelligence services supported by more than 4,100 employees, in more than 24 countries worldwide. With technology-based intelligence products, including innovative credit decisioning and fraud prevention tools, advanced target marketing products, risk and profitability models and portfolio management, TransUnion enables businesses to manage financial risk and capitalize on market opportunities.

REQUIREMENTS
The majority of this position's analytical projects will involve utilizing various advanced statistical modeling techniques such as regression, CHAID, clustering, neural network and other advanced statistical methods. Create statistical models for varied clients, both generic and custom. Consult with clients to determine analytical requirements.

Coordinate and complete custom research and analysis project. Present results of analysis in user/client language.

This senior-level statistician will be responsible for mentoring and coordinating analytical resources, and ensuring that deliverables are in accordance with client expectation and business need.

Provide technical product support for new and existing products and services developed by TransUnion.

Masters in Statistics or other related field such as mathematics, business, finance, economics, or equivalent with 4 or more years of relevant work experience.

Strong understanding of statistical tools and their application to business, as well as principles of cost/benefit analysis, risk management, marketing and operations.

Demonstrated experience using a PC and the applicable software programs necessary to complete the work of the position. Must know SAS in a mainframe and/or PC environment.

Knowledge of SPSS, data mining tools such as KnowledgeSeeker, Enterprise Miner, etc., as well as strategy development, using tools such as credit scoring systems (new accounts, behavioral, collection and recovery likelihood, etc.), CHAID and Triad/Probe/Strategyware/Capstone-type of software is strongly desired.

Technical aptitude with strong logical, problem solving, and decision-making skills. Proficiency in performing multiple tasks and dealing with changing deadline requirements required.

Contact:
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