Strategic Planner - Data Analysis (0301-24)

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Planning and Analytics Department, at the heart of providing strategic insight and management information at Lancaster University.

We are seeking an individual for the role of Strategic Planner – Data Analysis to join our dynamic Reporting and Analytics team, delivering key management information and business intelligence visualisations for the University.

The appointee will play a key role in shaping and delivering the University’s Business Intelligence (BI) programme, developing critical management information resources, liaising with senior colleagues and supporting the key processes, in particular the annual fee setting process. Within the ambitious BI programme of work, your role will involve liaising with colleagues at different levels to produce user focussed, meaningfully benchmarked insights and evidence-based recommendations.

You will be familiar with developing insightful analytics, including the use of data visualisation tools and a range of other data tools providing innovative and enhanced management information supporting strategic decision-making processes. Experience with higher education data and datasets is not essential, but would be advantageous.

You will have experience working both independently and contributing effectively to a team. Expertise in BI, and well-developed analytical and reporting skills are essential. The role requires excellent communication skills with demonstrable experience in liaising with colleagues at different levels and across different professions to understand their data needs.

You will be proactive with experience working in an analytical role, passionate about data, interactive dashboards and visualisations. Specifically, proficiency in software such as Tableau (our current tool), PowerBI, QlikView or similar BI tools is essential, while working knowledge of Alteryx would be desirable. We are also looking for excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to form effective relationships with a range of colleagues as well as with external contacts.

You should contact Rebecca Robinson, Reporting and Analytics Manager, with any questions or for an informal discussion about these roles (r.robinson6@lancaster.ac.uk). 

Closing Date: 05 Apr 2024

Department: Professional/Management

Salary: £38,205 to £44,263 (Full time, indefinite)