Student Data Analyst

Listed by University of Leicester Students' Union

Application Deadline

Fri 13 Mar :00

Job Duration

Temporary until May 2027

Interview

Tue 24 Mar 2026

Details

Under the direction of the Data and Insight Manager, the role will play an important part in our organisational shift to data driven decision making, striving to use data to inform the Union's operational plans, the strategy strands of Thrive, Belong and Succeed, and to better understand our impact on students and underrepresented groups.

Responsibilities

• Understand business needs and identify required data.
• Use relevant tools to manage, clean, query, and analyse data securely.
• Maintain documentation for implemented processes and technologies.
• Collaborate with teams to understand useful information and key business issues.
• Use data visualization tools (e.g. Flourish) to present data.
• Create user friendly dashboards to highlight patterns and summarise data.
• Translate complex data into clear, understandable narratives.
• Ensure secure data handling and prevent breaches or losses.
• Develop techniques for accurate and legitimate data collection.
• Collaborate on secure procedures for data lifecycle management (capturing, archiving and destroying data).
• Share information dashboards and reports with stakeholders, in compliance with GDPR and data protection guidelines.
• Work independently while aligning with organisational priorities.
• Provide guidance and support for staff to engage with data effectively.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position please send an up to date copy of your CV and a covering letter to SU , explaining how your experience and skill set makes you the best candidate for the position. In your email, please include the Job Title you are applying for and be sure to submit your application before the stated deadline.