Senior Analyst, Data Management & Business Analysis

Company Description

At Informa Tech, we believe that technology innovation is key to driving positive change in our society. We believe that digital inclusion underpins progress. And we believe that diversity in tech is central to a thriving industry.  

Our aim is to inspire the global technology community to build a better world by informing, educating and connecting them through world-class research, training, events, and media. 

We sit at the heart of the tech community with specialisms in emerging tech/AI, enterprise IT, cyber security, service providers/NextG, critical communications, media & entertainment and marketing technology.  

Leveraging over 100 trusted brands, we offer an unrivalled global networking community and platform for technologists and innovators to be inspired and reach their full potential.
 

Job Description

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly numerate data analyst with strong analytical and project management skills. Working as part of Informa Tech’s Market Data Analytics & Modelling Team (MDAM), the primary role of the Data Management Analyst will be to support the management of research data by capturing technical and business requirements, writing user stories, documenting clear workflows , and assisting with the identification of appropriate solutions. The work will focus on software development, data integration, and governance.

Role

As a Data Management Analyst, you will be supporting teams to implement data management best practices; help coordinate and manage data taxonomy and integration projects; query, enhance, and document systems to improve efficiencies and data quality. You will work closely with the Head of Data Management and Transformation along with Data Analysts and Engineers to develop and deliver projects while ensuring they are aligned with business goals and strategy. In addition, you will be proactive and demonstrate initiative alongside a flexible but pragmatic approach to problem solving.

For this role you will be expected to:

• Participate in the agile delivery of projects with a specific focus on developing and documenting relevant user stories, technical and business requirements and resource planning.
• Support the delivery of data integration initiatives to provide customers and analysts with a "single version of the truth" across the business’s data asset portfolio.
• Work closely with Data Management, Transformation and Research Analysts along with Data Engineers to interpret and communicate requirement and solution options between technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Analyze and report data product attributes and performance to help improve research data processes and products; developing and maintaining an information hub/store to support analysts and other stakeholders with their data needs.
• Support the development of best practices for data management, providing training for analysts and other staff on data governance, data taxonomy and related processes including the management of the team schedule and data requests.
• Focus on continuous improvement through regular solicitation of client and internal feedback.
• Partner with key stakeholders for the continuing evolution and refinement of data workflow processes and methodologies including data auditing to optimize quality, timeliness, efficiency, and cost effectiveness of research execution and delivery.

Qualifications

Key Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Business, economics, statistics, computer science, physics, or mathematics-based degree
• MS Office applications (Powerpoint, Excel, Word, Project, Visio)
• Highly proficient at Microsoft Excel
• Highly numerate, with the ability to identify and present complex concepts, trends and data in a compelling visual manner
• Excellent attention to detail and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong project management skills with a proven track record of managing tasks to ensure deadlines and stakeholder expectations are met
• Experience mapping workflows and gathering user stories

Desirable

• Experience using data analysis and BI tools (Alteryx, SQL, Tableau, PowerBI, GitHub, VS Code)
• Experience with working in a software development environment using JIRA/Confluence
• Working knowledge of implementing data governance and data taxonomy best practices
• Business analysis and project management experience
• Experience with Nintex Promapp and Smartsheet highly desirable

Additional Information

We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don't fit all the requirements. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, Informa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under local law. This role may also be available on a flexible working or part time basis – please ask the Talent Acquisition team for more information.