Senior Analyst - Very Ireland

The Very Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retail company located in Liverpool is seeking a Senior Analyst to join their Analytics team. The successful candidate will gather and analyze complex data sets to provide actionable insights that drive trading performance. Key skills required include proficiency in SQL and strong communication abilities. This role offers a flexible, hybrid working model with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible, hybrid working model

Inclusive culture and environment

£1,000 flexible benefits allowance

30 days holiday + bank holidays

LinkedIn Learning access

Bonus potential (performance and business-related)

Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk

Matched pension up to 6%

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills with a structured approach.
• Always asking 'why' and applying common sense to complex challenges.
• Able to explain technical findings clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Comfortable guiding projects from scoping to completion.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Gather, manipulate, and analyse complex data sets from multiple sources.
• Identify drivers of trading performance and uncover opportunities for improvement.
• Act as a coordinator, bringing together insights from multiple areas.
• Collaborate with teams across Trading, Digital Customer Experience, and more.

Skills

Analytical & Detail-Oriented

Curious & Logical

Skilled Communicator

Experienced in Stakeholder Management

Adaptable & Organised

Tools

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Teradata

Python

Job description

About us

We are The Very Group and we’re here to help families get more out of life. We know that our customers work hard for their families and have a lot to balance in their busy lives. That’s why we combine amazing brands and products with flexible payment options on Very.co.uk to help them say yes to the things they love. We’re just as passionate about helping our people get more out of life too; building careers with real growth, a sense of purpose, belonging and wellbeing.

About the role

We’re looking for a Senior Analyst to join our Analytics team supporting Very Ireland. This role sits at the heart of our trading performance, helping us understand key drivers and turning insights into actionable strategies. You’ll work closely with teams across Marketing, Logistics, Finance, and more to deliver data-driven decisions that make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather, manipulate, and analyse complex data sets from multiple sources, then visualise and communicate findings tailored to different stakeholders.
• Identify drivers of trading performance and uncover opportunities for improvement.
• Act as a coordinator, bringing together insights from multiple areas to create a clear, cohesive view of performance.
• Collaborate with teams across Trading, Digital Customer Experience, Marketing, Logistics, Pricing, Finance, and the wider Data community.

About you

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Strong problem-solving skills with a structured approach.
• Curious & Logical: Always asking “why” and applying common sense to complex challenges.
• A Skilled Communicator: Able to explain technical findings clearly to non-technical audiences and deliver impactful presentations.
• Experienced in Stakeholder Management: Comfortable guiding projects from scoping to completion.
• Adaptable & Organised: Skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in SQL (professional experience required).
• Strong knowledge of Excel, Power BI, and Teradata; experience with Python is a plus.
• Familiar with customer analytics and onsite behaviour analysis.

Some of our benefits

• Flexible, hybrid working model
• Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews
• £1,000 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
• 30 days holiday + bank holidays
• LinkedIn Learning access
• Bonus potential (performance and business-related)
• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
• Matched pension up to 6%
• More benefits can be found on our career site

How to apply

Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly, and if successful in securing this role, you will be required to undertake a credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks and if a specific requirement of your role a DBS (criminal records) check. Should your application progress we require you to let the team know if there is anything you need to disclose in relation to any of these checks prior to them being undertaken, including any unspent criminal convictions.

What happens next?

Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if you’re successful so keep an eye on your emails! We’ll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like we’re a good match, we’ll share your CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in-person or held remotely.

You can expect a two-stage interview process for this position:

First Stage - An informal 30-45minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the role and to ask any questions you may have.

Second Stage - A 1 hour face to face formal task based interview where you can also expect both competency and technical questions.

As an inclusive employer please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

If you’d like to know more about our interviews, you can find out here.

Equal opportunities

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.