Analytics Manager

Robert Walters UK; Stretford; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Analytics Manager to lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. This role offers the opportunity to shape the analytics function, providing insights that drive strategic decision-making. You will manage a team of analysts, utilizing your expertise in Excel and SQL to extract valuable data and present findings to senior leadership. If you thrive in a high-growth setting and possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills, this position could be your next big career move. Join a team where your contributions will significantly impact the company's success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an analytics role with hands-on expertise in Excel and SQL.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of three junior analysts to ensure high performance.
• Design and implement the analytic structure within the business.

Skills

Excel

SQL

People Management

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Tools

Databricks

Alteryx

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Analytics Manager to join a fast growing team. This role offers autonomy in shaping and leading the analytics structure for the PE backed business, with responsibility for managing a small team of analysts. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, excellent people management skills, and a strategic mindset to drive analytic processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop a team of three junior analysts, providing guidance, support, and professional development to ensure high performance and growth.
• Take ownership of the analytic function and have the autonomy to design, implement, and improve the analytic structure within the business.
• Use advanced Excel, and SQL to extract and manipulate data from various systems, including Databricks, to generate insightful analytical reports and dashboards for key stakeholders.
• Work closely with senior leadership and other departments to understand data needs, providing actionable insights to drive business decision-making.
• Continuously assess and streamline analytical processes, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational goals.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data and reporting systems, establishing protocols for data validation and reporting standards.
• Lead and manage analytical related projects from concept to delivery, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.

As Analytics Manager you will have:

• Proven experience in an Analytics or data analysis role, with hands-on expertise in Excel, SQL and people management.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience managing and developing a team.
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of the analytical function.
• Experience working in a high-growth, fast-paced environment, ideally within a private equity-backed business.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Attention to detail and a focus on accuracy and quality in all work.
• Experience with Alteryx is nice to have.

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Information Technology

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Salary: £52,500 - £57,500 per annum

Location: Stretford