Remote Data Analyst: Excel Modeling & Strategy

Harnham; Wollaton; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Harnham is seeking a Data Analyst to join a remote role with one day per month in Leeds, focusing on workforce analytics and policy-informed decision making.

You will build sophisticated Excel models, forecast workforce and financial outcomes, and translate findings for senior stakeholders. The position requires strong quantitative skills and excellent communication to guide strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• STEM degree in mathematics, statistics, economics or related field.
• Strong Excel expertise with ability to build complex models from scratch.
• Experience parsing large datasets and presenting insights to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver workforce, pay, and reward analysis to support decisions.
• Build and maintain Excel-based models forecasting outcomes.
• Develop cost modelling for pay proposals and policy changes.
• Create scenario analyses and long-term forecasts.
• Analyse large datasets to identify trends and risks.
• Translate questions into analytical specifications.
• Produce clear reports for non-technical audiences.
• Present findings to senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate with policy teams and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to development of analytical methodologies.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Pivot Tables

VBA

Macros

Analytical problem-solving

Forecasting scenarios

Data interpretation

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Excel

VBA

Job description

Harnham is seeking a Data Analyst to join a remote role with one day per month in Leeds, focusing on workforce analytics and policy-informed decision making.

You will build sophisticated Excel models, forecast workforce and financial outcomes, and translate findings for senior stakeholders. The position requires strong quantitative skills and excellent communication to guide strategic initiatives.