Data and Insight Analyst

The Opportunity:
Governance and Strategic Planning are looking to recruit a Data and Insights Analyst to assist our small, high impact team. The postholder will help deliver key annual reporting and planning for the University, as well as competitor analysis such as league table evaluation and student fee benchmarking. This role will therefore enable the postholder to utilise and develop their analytical skills across central functions of the University.

This post is open ended (permanent) and full-time (35 hours per week). We are open to considering a flexible working pattern. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.

Your skills and attributes for success:
•   Analytical and inquisitive mind-set and the ability to identify key trends and insights from a complex dataset 
•   Strong numeracy skills, demonstrating accuracy and attention to detail, and a commitment to data quality
•   Confidence in working both independently, showing initiative, and as part of a team in pursuit of shared objectives
•   Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite or similar software packages, especially as an advanced user of Excel

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As a valued member of our team you can expect:
•   A competitive salary of Grade UE06 £32,982 to £38,205 per annum
•   An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. 
•   To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
•   Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab).

On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 24th May 2024.

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Interviews will be held the week commencing 24th June 2024.
 

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