Planning and Strategy Data Analyst

We are recruiting for a Planning & Strategy Data Analyst to join the Planning and Reporting team within the University’s Planning and Strategy Office. Planning and Reporting have a wide range of responsibilities for data that support and enhance the University’s decision-making processes, as well as fulfilling our statutory obligations to the government.

You’ll be working in a friendly, supportive team that is enthusiastic and knowledgeable about what we do. Our ideal candidate is highly numerate, comfortable dealing with large datasets, handy with a spreadsheet and able to communicate complex concepts to a varied audience.

• You don’t need to have previous experience of using the specific software and databases that we use (although familiarity with SQL, Tableau Prep, Power BI, SITS and Excel would be a plus);
• You do need to be great with data and have a logical, enquiring mind along with an aptitude and enthusiasm for learning new technical skills;
• You will be confident and competent in processes that span the full data journey from extraction to insight;
• You will be able work on your own, willing to collaborate within and beyond the team and able to use your initiative to improve and enhance our data processes;
• You will be able to communicate the insights you generate and use the feedback from stakeholders to improve what we do;
• You will be patient with data management work and have good attention to detail;
• You will have a degree (or equivalent experience), ideally in a numerate discipline, and experience in handling data.

While some hybrid working is likely to be available, in line with business needs, please note that the usual place of work will be the University’s Whiteknights Campus.

We will be shortlisting based on your completed application form and written supporting statement. Please write your supporting statement in your own words and do not use generative AI or templates. We may close recruitment for this vacancy before the stated date if a large volume of applications are received.  

Closing date: 10 February 2025
Interviews will be held on 25 February 2025

Contact Name: Nathan Helsby
Contact Job Title: Strategic Planning Manager
Contact Email address: n.e.helsby@reading.ac.uk

Alternative Contact Name: James Carpenter  
Alternative Contact Job Title: T&L Data Manager
Alternative Contact Email address: carpenter@reading.ac.uk

If you are an overseas applicant and do not currently hold the right to work in the UK, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to pursue this route must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement under the Points Based System. Further information about this is available on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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