University College Birmingham is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Analyst to join its forward-thinking team in a hybrid role. Based in the heart of Birmingham, this exciting opportunity is ideal for individuals with experience using Microsoft Power BI or equivalent tools, as well as a strong background in data analysis platforms such as SPSS, R, or Python.
As one of the UK’s leading providers of career-focused education, University College Birmingham is committed to using data-driven insights to enhance student experience and academic outcomes. This role offers the chance to work collaboratively across departments to support institutional planning and decision-making.
If you’re passionate about turning complex data into actionable intelligence and looking for a role that offers flexibility, professional growth, and the chance to make a real impact in the education sector, this could be your perfect next step.
About University College Birmingham
Based in the heart of the UK’s second-largest city, University College Birmingham is home to over 10,000 students from around 90 countries. The institution is widely respected by employers and industry partners for delivering career-focused education and training.
Specialising in vocational courses across both higher education and further education sectors, University College Birmingham continues to expand its portfolio of apprenticeships. The university offers a broad selection of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes, alongside higher-level apprenticeships.
Renowned for its commitment to excellence, the university is a popular choice among international students and was the proud winner of the International category at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023. With an investment of over £200 million in campus facilities, University College Birmingham ensures students benefit from exceptional, practical learning environments tailored to their professional development.
Position: Data Analyst
Salary: £35,116 – £37,174 a year
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working)
About the Role
Job type: Up to 12 months, Full-time – Fixed term.
University College Birmingham is proud to have been voted 5th in the Post Graduate Education category in the prestigious 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards. The awards are voted for and by students showcasing the incredible relationships we foster here at University College Birmingham between Staff and Students. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.
The Role:
University College Birmingham has an opportunity for a Data Analyst to join our Strategic Planning and Reporting Team to support with internal and external reporting in both further and higher education.
Responsibilities
Key parts of the role include:
- Extracting and manipulating data to produce standardised monthly/weekly reports.
- Supporting the Strategic Planning and Reporting Team with developments in reporting and efficiencies in process.
- Writing long form data analysis pieces which can inform planning and strategy at the Institution.
- Provide support with working groups and projects.
- Resolving data issues and ensuring consistency and accuracy between reports.
- Manage the team inbox and deal with staff data requests.
Preferred experience would include:
- Experience in using Microsoft Power BI or equivalent.
- Experience in using data analysis tools (e.g. SPSS, R, Python)
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Maths, Science, Social Science, Data Analytics)
- This role is suitable for someone with analytical abilities who has experience in data analysis techniques and processes. The successful candidate would be keen to develop their data analysis skills further to support the University’s Strategic Planning & Reporting Team
Benefits:
- Generous allocation of annual leave
- 29 days’ paid leave per year
- 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
- Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employer Contributions – 20.9%
- Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
- Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
- Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
- Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
- A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology home and cycle.
- Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Free on-site gym membership
Extra Information:
All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.
Interview Dates – TBC.
UCB is an equal opportunities employer.
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Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Data analysis, Data science, Data Engineer, Business Intelligence Analyst, Analytics Manager, Data architect, will also be considered for this role.
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
Application Process
Interested and qualified individuals should CLICK HERE to apply for this role
Application Deadline
Sunday 13th April 2025.