Data Analyst

Oxford University Press
Oxford, United Kingdom
3 months ago
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We are looking for a Data Analyst to join the Sales Data & Analytics team within our Academic Division on a fixed term basis of 6 months. The role will be responsible for the production of analytical packages that provide meaningful insight to enable decision making within Academic Sales. You will create and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly reporting requirements as defined by business needs. The role will collaborate within the team and cross-functionally to ensure the most suitable data sources are utilised for reporting and to reduce duplication of effort.

The role will be responsible for providing automated insight dashboards that enable end users to conduct self-serve analytics effectively and efficiently. The role will follow best practice when cleansing and preparing data for analysis, working with the Data Analytics Engineers within the team to troubleshoot and resolve data issues when they arise. The Data Analyst will be accountable for the thorough documentation of data processes, to support data quality assurance efforts and improve efficiency within the team.

We operate a hybrid working policy that requires a minimum of 2 days per week in the Oxford office.

This is a 6-month fixed term contract with the possibility of extension.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have/be:

  • Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and other statistical software.
  • Proven ability to deliver root cause analysis, troubleshoot data and data related processes.
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex findings to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
  • Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
  • Experience with BI Tools like Alteryx, or similar applications.
  • Experience in data governance, compliance, and security practices.

We care about work/life balance here at OUP. With this in mind we offer 25 days’ holiday that rises with service, plus bank holidays and Christmas closure (3-days) and a 35-hour working week. We are open to discussing flexibility in respect to working patterns, dependent on role. We also have a great variety of active employee networks and societies.

We help make your money go further by contributing to your pension up to 12%, offering loans and savings schemes through our partnership with Salary Finance, in addition to travel to work schemes and access to a wide range of local discounts.

Please see our Rewards and Recognition page for more information.

We are committed to supporting diversity in our workforce, and ensuring an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and encourage applications from all.


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