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Lead Data Analyst

Nando's UK & IRE
City of London
3 days ago
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Lead Data Analyst Data & Analysis


Join us on our journey

At Nandos, our purpose is simple: to Create Lasting Happiness for our people, our customers, and the communities were part of. Born in Johannesburg and growing worldwide, weve always been about more than flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken. Were about warmth, belonging, and creating experiences that matter for our teams, for our guests, and for you.


Now, were building exciting new digital and data capabilities. Our tech team has expanded rapidly over the last five years, and were bringing fresh ideas and innovation to the restaurant industry. This is your chance to help shape that journey.



The role

Were looking for a Lead Data Analyst to join our Data & Analysis team.

This role isnt just about crunching numbers its about using data to tell stories, spark ideas, and make real impact. Youll guide how we use data to make decisions, help shape our data culture, and mentor others to grow in confidence and skill.


At Nandos, our values guide everything we do:

  • Pride in the work we deliver and the people we work with.
  • Passion for making a difference and creating experiences that last.
  • Courage to try new ideas, experiment, and challenge the norm.
  • Integrity in how we use data responsibly and with respect.
  • Family in the way we collaborate, support, and celebrate each other.


Youll live these values in your work every day, helping teams across the business use data with confidence and creativity.



What youll do

  • Translate complex data into clear, practical insights that support decisions across Nandos.
  • Lead with empathy, empowering teams to own and understand their data.
  • Shape how we design our data models and reports, keeping them simple, accessible, and useful.
  • Explore new tools and techniques including AI to help us work smarter.
  • Share your knowledge through mentoring, demos, and storytelling, building confidence in data across the business.
  • Support and inspire other analysts, helping them develop their skills and careers.



About you

Wed love to meet you if you:

  • Enjoy collaborating with people and explaining data in ways that inspire action.
  • Have some experience leading or mentoring others (formally or informally).
  • Feel comfortable with tools like SQL, Python, or BI platforms (Looker, Tableau, PowerBI) but you dont need to know them all.
  • Bring curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to learn as much as technical expertise.


Nice-to-haves (but not must-haves):

  • Experience with cloud databases (GCP, AWS, Snowflake).
  • Knowledge of data pipelines or testing tools.
  • Exposure to machine learning, forecasting, or statistical techniques.

(Dont worry if you dont tick every box if you have the right mindset and passion for data, well support you to grow.)



Why youll love it here

  • Progression & growth: Many of our team members have stepped into leadership, product, and strategy roles. Well help you carve out your own path.
  • Belonging & inclusion: Everyone is welcome at Nandos. We celebrate diversity and create spaces where people feel safe, respected, and able to flourish.
  • Flexibility & balance: We support hybrid options because life outside work matters too.
  • A values-led culture: Our values Pride, Passion, Courage, Integrity, and Family shape everything we do.
  • Purpose & impact: From reducing waste to improving sustainability and creating better guest experiences, your work will help make a difference beyond the data.


Everyone is welcome

At Nandos, we know diverse teams are stronger teams. Were committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to flourish. Whether youve taken a career break, followed a non-traditional path, or are stepping up into leadership for the first time, wed love to hear from you.

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