Senior Data Solutions Analyst

University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Flexible working

Staff discounts

Staff car parking

Training & development

Job summary

The University of Portsmouth in Portsmouth is seeking a Senior Data Solutions Analyst to lead the data analysis, data quality, and the design, development, and delivery of data solutions that support institutional planning and performance.

Based in Portsmouth with hybrid working options, the role sits within the Information Management team and offers a competitive salary (£41,064 - £44,746), 37 hours per week, and a clear path for progression within a generous benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Lead data analysis, data quality, and the design, development and delivery of data solutions analytical products.
• Provide high-quality insight to support strategic decision-making and performance improvement across University activity.
• Work within the Information Management team to enable institutional planning and track performance indicators.

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Basis Full-Time

Senior Data Solutions Analyst

Portsmouth

Job profile for Senior Data Solutions Analyst

Job details

• Salary £41,064 - £44,746 per annum
• Contractual hours 37 Basis Full-Time
• Job category/type Permanent - Full-Time
• Job reference REC00005472

Job description

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference. Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings. Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement. The Role: The Senior Data Solutions Analyst plays a key role in delivering the University's Data Strategy and Digital Transformation Plan to 2030 and beyond by providing high-quality insight to support strategic decision-making and performance improvement across all areas of University activity. Working within the Information Management team, the postholder will lead the data analysis, data quality and the design, development, and delivery of data solutions analytical products that provide real insight, support institutional planning, track performance indicators, and surface opportunities to understand complex problems. While there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role. The interviews are currently anticipated to be held between 29 October – 02 November 2026. If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Katie Sims at [e-mail].

Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.

Salary Information: New appointments will routinely be made to the entry spine point (minimum) for the advertised grade, from where the individual will (in addition to receiving annual cost-of-living-related increases) progress through the pay range to the maximum for the grade, within a reasonable timeframe. This ensures fairness, consistency and transparency in our pay structures. A higher starting salary or market supplement may be available for a truly exceptional candidate when circumstances fully justify a departure from our normal policy.

UKVI Statement Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement: We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect. Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.

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