Data & Performance Information Analyst

Hybrid in Manchester·Added 17 days ago (last checked 11 Nov)

University of Manchester

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Our summary

Salary: £38,448 - £46,970 a year
About £2,600 - £3,110 a month after tax.
Work mode: Hybrid, Manchester
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: Apply by Thursday 19 November
Holiday: 29 days holiday + bank holidays

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

A degree, or equivalent qualification, or relevant professional experience in producing management information and performance reporting.
Advanced skills in Excel and data visualisation tools such as Power BI.
Experience of analysing, and interpreting large and complex datasets to support performance management and planning processes.
Experience of supporting leadership teams in monitoring performance against strategic and operational priorities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including being able to present complex data clearly, including reports and dashboards.

Nice to have

Experience working in a Higher Education environment, ideally with performance data and management information.

We value transferable skills and real-world experience as much as formal qualifications.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Generous employer contribution pension
29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with Christmas closure
Ride to work and EV car scheme available

For more information, please see University of Manchester Benefits. You can also find information on our Flexible and Hybrid working here.

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The role

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Data & Performance Information Analyst. You will play a key role in strengthening how the Faculty uses data and insight to support effective performance management and data-driven decision making at a Faculty and School level, as well as supporting planning processes that underpin elements of the strategic performance ambitions, all of which contributes to the delivery of the University's Manchester 2035 strategy.

What you'll do

Applying appropriate techniques to deliver detailed analysis that informs strategic and operational planning, benchmarking and performance monitoring across the Faculty and Schools.
Using a range of IT systems and databases to source, combine and analyse diverse datasets, working creatively and with minimal supervision, to produce, visualise and present management information and KPI reports for, and to, senior leaders at both School and Faculty level.
Building and maintaining effective professional relationships with stakeholders in the Faculty, in particular with Faculty Executive colleagues, to support with the use and interpretation of data.
Developing and maintaining scenario models to support forecasting and performance tracking.
Apply good data governance, security and quality-assurance practices to ensure robust and reliable management information products.

We welcome candidates who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to their work.

We encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. You should demonstrate: