Data & Insights Analyst - please complete application form on BSU website under Careers

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Data & Insights Analyst to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess strong data analysis skills and a passion for transforming data into actionable insights.

Purpose of the role

Responsible for devising appropriate research approaches and then collecting and analysing data and insights across all BSU activities and services, from large scale research projects to small focus groups. Presenting these findings to colleagues and stakeholders to inform short, medium and long term planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver and analyse a regular student poll survey to evaluate student views, needs and satisfaction levels.
  
  
• Conduct relevant and informative internal research that enable the Union to develop its services and campaigns to improve the student experience.
  
  
• Ensuring good engagement levels in all data collection activities.
  
  
• Make recommendations of focus areas for activities and services following research outcomes.
  
  
• Work in partnership with the University to support the National Student Survey and analyse the data to inform campaigns and to develop Union services.
  
  
• Arrange, facilitate and evaluate focus groups as and when required.
  
  
• Work closely with the University’s Evaluation and Policy department to produce BSU’s Access and Participation Report.
  
  
• Produce an annual BSU engagement report.
  
  
• Maintain good awareness of GDPR legislation to ensure compliance in all areas of data collection.
  
  
• Keep up to date with relevant HE policy areas and issues impacting students as students, to inform insights and potential areas of research.
  
  
• Keep up to date on new and relevant tools for gaining, recording and analysing data.
  
  
• Produce monthly analysis of social media and marketing data.
  
  Skills & Experience
  
  
• Proven experience in data analysis or a related field, showcasing your analytical capabilities.
  
  
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  
  
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
  
  
• A degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline is preferred but not mandatory.
  
  Salary £29,021
  
  This salary range is subject to the annual pay review until you reach the top of the salary range. New employees start on the first point of their pay scale.
  
  Hours of Work:
  
  37 hours per week (excluding 30 minutes unpaid lunch break).
  
  Why work for us:
  
  Generous holiday: 31 days annual leave plus eight bank holidays
  
  Great benefits
  
  A dynamic and friendly work environment. Apply now and let’s make student life better.
  
  To Apply: Please complete this APPLICATION FORM on BSU website (under Careers) and return it to the indicated email address indicated there, by the closing date. CVs alone will not be accepted.
  
  Closing Date: Wednesday 23rd October 2024.
  
  Interview Date: The interviews will be held in person on Tuesday 5th November 2024