Strategic Planning Data Analyst

TN United Kingdom; Loughborough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Strategic Planning Data Analyst to support its mission through data-driven insights. This role involves analyzing a variety of data sets to inform strategic decisions, collaborating with cross-institutional teams, and ensuring that management information meets the needs of various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a commitment to equity and inclusion, and the ability to manage diverse workloads effectively. With a generous benefits package and a supportive work environment, this opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic educational setting.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Discounted gym memberships

Access to sporting facilities

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Access to on-campus nursery

Subsidised childcare options

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience is required for this role.
• Proven experience in data extraction and analysis is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis of internal and external data for University strategy.
• Liaise with teams about management information needs.

Skills

Data extraction

Data cleaning

Data manipulation

Data analysis

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Problem-solving skills

Workload management

Education

Degree in relevant field

Equivalent experience

Job description

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Strategic Planning Data Analyst, Loughborough

Client:

Loughborough University

Location:

Loughborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Logistics

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Contract Type: Full-time, open-ended

Hybrid working: Loughborough University is committed to allowing its employees to work dynamically with a combination of working on campus and remotely, where possible, for this role we would expect a 60/40 split of work in the office in Loughborough / working from home.

The Role: We are seeking a dedicated professional to generate management information to inform the strategic plans of the University.

Key Responsibilities

• To support the analysis of a wide range of internal and external data linked to the delivery of University strategy. This will include student, staff, research and finance data sets.
• To support cross-institutional data analysis teams with the Strategic Planning Analyst Lead (Management Information).
• To liaise with Schools and Professional Services about the range and nature of management information that is helpful to support their activities.

To be successful in the role, you will:

• Hold a degree and/or demonstrate equivalent experience.
• Have proven experience in extraction, cleaning, manipulation and analysis of data.
• Have strong communication and collaboration skills and demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills.
• The ability to prioritise and manage a diverse workload independently.
• Be committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

A full list of the essential criteria is available within the person specification please ensure you address each of these when applying for this post, a submission of CV alone would not be considered – please see full details below.

Reward and Benefits:

Loughborough is a great place to work, and we offer a substantial benefits package to go alongside your exciting role, including:

• Generous annual leave allowance, with up to 44 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays & University closure days).
• Support for your health and wellbeing, including discounted gym memberships, access to incredible sporting facilities including physiotherapy appointments, as well as healthcare offers including eyesight testing and wellbeing support.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development.
• Access to on-campus nursery and subsidised childcare options.

Application Process:

• Applications for the role will be reviewed against the essential and desirable criteria listed in the person specification. Applicants should clearly state how they meet each of the essential (and desirable) criteria in their application giving examples from their career history.
• For further support with your application, please refer to our resources, which includes some top tips and support to help you when completing your application.
• For an informal conversation about the post including any questions about the application process please contact the line manager, Linda Bull, Strategic Planning Analyst Lead (Management Information), via email.
• If you are planning to travel by car, please be aware that parking on campus is charged. Please see details here including how to register and pay for parking.
• To claim expenses, please see details for the campus, expenses and travel. For an expense form please refer to the guidelines; if your bank account is not UK based, you will also need to follow additional instructions.

Interviews: Anticipated 28th or 29th of April 2025

Candidates selected for interview will be informed via email by no later than 17th of April 2025.