Data Analyst IIIEnterprise Report Developer

Ole Miss; Packmoor; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent public research institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Data Analyst III to design and develop reporting solutions within Ellucian Insights. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, creating dashboards and models, and ensuring data integrity. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree and at least 6 years of experience in data analysis, with familiarity in data visualization tools like Tableau and Power BI. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 6 years of related experience or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Masters degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience with statistical or programming tools such as R or Python.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and implement reporting and analytic solutions.
• Create reports, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure consistency and integrity of data.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

Data visualization

Analytical problem-solving

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Data Science or related field

Tools

Ellucian Insights

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

The University of Mississippi

The University of Mississippi fondly referred to as Ole Miss stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant inclusive community where every member student faculty and staff can achieve their fullest potential.

Department Summary

The Data Warehouse and Analytics Team in Academic Computing is a new organization that supports project Encompass and its new warehouse and reporting tool Ellucian Insights.

The UM Office of Academic Computing works to advance the University of Mississippis teaching and discovery missions through technology. A unit of the broader UM Office of Information Technology Academic Computing is a customer‑focused organization comprising user support services, instructional technology, high performance computing and data reporting. This initiative is highly prized and well supported across all levels of the Academic Computing team.

Role Specifications

• Family – Information Technology
• Sub‑Family – Data Analytics
• Career Track / Level – P3
• Grade – 10
• Min – $68,682
• Mid – $85,842
• Max – $103,002

Role Summary

The Data Analyst III is responsible for the design, development, testing, implementation, maintenance and support of reporting and analytic solutions within Ellucian Insights and other data visualization tools for Student Information System (SIS) and Enterprise Resource Platform (ERP) specific requirements. This includes working closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure reporting solutions align with business objectives, providing expert guidance on best practices for reporting and analytics, and staying current with new features and releases. Responsibilities also include assisting the data governance team with creating resources (libraries, data dictionaries, catalogs) for community consumption.

Examples of Work Performed

• Create reports, dashboards, models using the GUI and SQL editor via Ellucian tools.
• Support university offices with requests for data products (reports, models, visualizations).
• Become fluent in Ellucian Banner data tables, naming conventions and UM’s data processing.
• Collaborate with institutional research, IT and departmental units to ensure consistency and integrity of data.
• Design, develop and deliver analytical reports, dashboards and data visualizations to inform decision‑making at the executive and departmental levels.
• Maintain rigorous data governance practices and uphold confidentiality and security standards when handling sensitive information.
• Provide expert guidance to users of data products and the tools used to create them.
• Create functions, custom views, custom data tables for report writing via Ellucian tools.
• Perform complex data analysis including forecasting, trend analysis and scenario planning to support strategic initiatives.
• Integrate data from multiple sources including ERP, HR and various external student systems ensuring consistency, accuracy and integrity.
• Assist Data Governance with the creation and/or implementation of governance tools.

Essential Functions

1. Collects, prepares and integrates various large and complex data sets to be utilized in various assessment scenarios.
2. Analyzes and models data to identify trends, test hypotheses, formulate recommendations and answer questions.
3. Composes and assembles reports based on the analysis of various large and complex data sets to clearly articulate results and findings to multiple and diverse audiences.

Minimum Education / Experience

Education: Bachelors Degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Management and Information Systems, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics or a related field.

Experience: 6 years of related experience; an equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), spreadsheet modeling, data querying languages (e.g., SQL) and data formats (e.g., JSON, CSV).
• Proven experience managing complex datasets and conducting advanced quantitative analysis.
• Experience with ERP and SIS (e.g., Workday, Banner, SAP).
• Familiarity with institutional data and reporting.
• Experience with statistical or programming tools such as R or Python.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical problem‑solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate data into strategic insights.
• Ability to work independently and with a team to manage multiple priorities.
• Highly collaborative and adaptable with a customer‑focused mindset.
• Commitment to data accuracy, documentation and continuous improvement.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status or genetic information or any other legally protected status.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical requirements are not exhaustive and additional job‑related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies as needed. Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

• Physical Exertion: The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.
• Vision: Requirements of this job include close vision.
• Speaking / Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.
• Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this job the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

Interview Requirements

Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity / Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Vacancy

1