Data & Insight Analyst

THE FOOTBALL FOUNDATION; Wembley; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable sports organization seeks a Data & Insight Analyst to transform data into meaningful insights and support decision-making. The role involves enhancing Power BI services, conducting analysis, and communicating findings to stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in statistics or related area, strong SQL and Power BI skills, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and several benefits including pension contributions and extra leave for volunteering.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution)

Free health care provision

Monthly gym subsidy

Death in service benefit

Access to selected match tickets

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in statistics or related discipline.
• Experience querying and analyzing datasets using SQL.
• Strong experience with data visualization tools, particularly Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance the organisation's Power BI Service.
• Produce insightful analysis to support departments.
• Compile monthly impact reports demonstrating achievements.

Skills

SQL

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

Data Analysis

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree or HND in statistics or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Data & Insight Analyst

£35,000-£40,000 per annum (dependent on relevant skills, experience and qualification) plus generous benefits

Location – Hybrid working split between the Foundation’s office in London and home. This usually averages at two days in the office per week.

We are the Football Foundation - the Premier League, the FA and government’s charity that delivers outstanding grassroots facilities, more and better places to play, transforming lives and communities where it is needed most.

About the role

We’re looking for a Data & Insight Analyst to help the Football Foundation and Premier League Stadia Fund demonstrate the real, positive impact of our investment across communities.

You’ll play a key role in transforming data into meaningful insight, delivering high-quality reporting, and supporting teams across the organisation to make informed, evidence-based decisions. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, collaborating with stakeholders, and making a difference through insight.

Key responsibilities

Develop, maintain and enhance the organisation’s Power BI Service, enabling teams to understand performance and impact. Produce insightful analysis and recommendations to support departments and improve outcomes. Communicate findings clearly to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency and impact. Compile monthly impact reports demonstrating the Foundation’s achievements. Support the end-to-end surveying approach for the Football Foundation and Premier League Stadia Fund. Monitor and improve data integrity, resolving issues to ensure high-quality, reliable insight. Improve reporting processes and procedures to ensure timely and seamless delivery. Support onboarding by introducing new starters to the Insight team and promoting collaboration across the organisation. Carry out other reasonable duties to support the smooth running of the Insight team and wider organisation.

What are we looking for?

• Degree or HND (or equivalent experience), ideally in statistics or a related discipline. Experience querying and analysing datasets using SQL. Strong experience using data visualisation tools, particularly Microsoft Power BI. Excellent Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint. Understanding of key data analysis and data visualisation principles. Experience building strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present insight to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a willingness to explore new tools and approaches. Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and to the Foundation’s values.

For full details of the role and requirements, please download our recruitment pack below.

What can we offer you?

The salary band for this role is £35,000-£40,000 per annum, dependent on relevant skills and experience.

You will start with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.

We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.

Equality and Diversity Commitment

The Football Foundation is committed to and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability and those from the LGBTQI+ community.

Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview stage, please contact us.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 07 January 2026 at 09:00am

Interviews are scheduled for Monday 19 January 2026 in person at Wembley Stadium.

Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.