Operations Transformation Manager - Analytics

easyJet Airline Company PLC; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European airline is seeking an Operations Transformation Manager - Analytics to enhance operational efficiency and profitability through data insights. The role involves cross-functional collaboration and requiring strong analytical skills, particularly in airline operations. Benefits include a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Up to 30% bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

7% company pension contribution

Private Medical Insurance

Outstanding staff travel benefits

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work across functions, influencing and collaborating to deliver change.
• Self-motivated and organised, able to work independently while supporting colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, cross functional analyses to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Blend operational and commercial knowledge with analytical findings.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Experience in airline operations

Excellent data storytelling skills

Experience with generative AI

Job description

Overview

We’re easyJet, one of Europe’s most recognisable airline brands – and one of the largest, with over 1,000 routes across 35 countries. Every year, tens of millions of passengers choose us for reliable, great value travel. Powered by a complex, large scale operation that runs like clockwork thanks to the exceptional teams behind the scenes.

At the heart of easyJet’s future growth is our ability to continually evolve how we operate, ensuring our crew model is as efficient, adaptable and commercially effective as possible. We’re looking for an Operations Transformation Manager - Analytics to join our new Operations Transformation team and lead the charge in turning data into strategic, sustainable change.

Your Mission: Reporting to the Head of Operations Transformation, you’ll take a lead role in shaping the future of our operating model. Using data and insight from across Operations, Commercial, People and Finance, you’ll identify high impact opportunities to improve efficiency, resilience and profitability, ensuring our operating model evolves in step with our network and business strategy. This is a role where your analytical excellence will be matched by your ability to translate insight into practical, operationally sound recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, cross functional analyses to identify and evidence opportunities for operational and commercial improvement in the operating model.
• Use data from multiple sources, even with conflicting inputs, to form robust, future-proof recommendations.
• Blend operational and commercial knowledge with analytical findings to predict real-world impacts of proposed changes.
• Benchmark easyJet’s performance against industry best practice to uncover new opportunities for transformation.
• Develop clear strategic plans that communicate both the ‘what’ and the ‘how’ to People, Operations and senior leadership teams.
• Partner with stakeholders across Operations, Commercial, People and Finance to ensure solutions are both ambitious and achievable.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and innovations, identifying PBT positive opportunities for change.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects with accuracy, attention to detail and a clear focus on delivering measurable results.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong analytical skills and experience using data to drive strategic decision making in a commercial or operational setting.
• Deep understanding of airline operations, commercial models, or people functions.
• Proven ability to work across functions, influencing and collaborating to deliver change.
• Excellent data storytelling skills, able to make complex analysis accessible to all audiences.
• High tolerance for ambiguity and change, with the ability to prioritise in a fast paced environment.
• Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently while coaching and supporting colleagues.
• Desirable: Experience with generative AI and advanced data tools.

Requirements of the Role

What’s in it for You

• Competitive base salary
• Up to 30% bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• BAYE, SAYE & Performance Share Schemes
• 7% company pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Outstanding staff travel benefits across the easyJet network

Reasonable Adjustments

At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at [e-mail]. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.

Overall role details: suitable for hybrid working arrangements.