Data and Strategic Insights Manager, GET STAFFED ONLINE RECRUITMENT LIMITED

Guardian Jobs; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Data and Strategic Insights Manager in Manchester. This role involves leading data reporting and compliance efforts, enhancing student success strategies through data analysis and insights. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in higher education data management, excellent analytical skills, and a passion for driving institutional success.

Qualifications

• Significant experience working with student data and regulatory returns.
• Deep knowledge of HESA, OfS, HESES and associated data requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of internal data reports and dashboards.
• Oversee statutory student data returns and regulatory submissions.
• Develop a roadmap for student systems supporting automation.

Skills

Data Analysis

Information Governance

Stakeholder Engagement

Problem Solving

Education

Experience in Higher Education

Knowledge of HESA and OfS

Tools

Power BI

Job description

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Data & Strategic Insights Manager

£40,000 - £45,000

Full-time, Permanent

Manchester

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Close Date: 6th June

Our client does things differently. They are reimagining higher education to develop work-ready graduates with both academic knowledge and real-world skills. They are looking for a strategic and analytical leader to join them as Data and Strategic Insights Manager, a critical role for their future growth and student success.

If you believe data can transform outcomes and you're ready to lead high-impact insight strategies in an agile and ambitious environment, this could be your next move.

About The Role

As Data and Strategic Insights Manager, you’ll provide institution-wide leadership on internal data reporting and student system development. You will lead the collection, validation, and submission of statutory student data returns (e.g. HESA, OfS, HESES), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and institutional readiness for future independent reporting.

Your insights will shape key strategies around student recruitment, retention, success, and progression, helping our client deliver excellent experiences and outcomes for all learners.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead the design and delivery of internal data reports and dashboards to inform strategic decision-making.
• Oversee all aspects of statutory student data returns and regulatory submissions.
• Work in partnership with Lancaster University and internal teams to maintain data accuracy and compliance.
• Develop and deliver a roadmap for student systems that supports self-service, automation, and digital transformation.
• Provide detailed analysis on OfS performance indicators (continuation, progression, completion) to inform student success strategies.
• Partner with teams across our client to evaluate the impact of interventions and drive continuous improvement.
  
  
  

What They’re Looking For:

• Significant experience working with student data and regulatory returns in higher education.
• Deep knowledge of HESA, OfS, HESES and associated data requirements.
• Strong skills in data analysis, dashboard development (e.g. Power BI), and information governance.
• Experience leading systems improvements and managing complex data workflows.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A problem-solving mindset, high attention to detail, and a passion for using data to drive institutional success.
  
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Advertising Services

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