Senior Data Analyst - BBC Sport
Senior Data Analyst - BBC Sport
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JOB BAND: D
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent Full-time
DEPARTMENT: BBC Sport
LOCATION: Media City Salford - Hybrid
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 44000 - 50000 depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.
Were happy to discuss flexible working. If youd like to please indicate your preference in the application though theres no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.
Purpose of the Role
Join the Sport Digital Growth Team at BBC Sport as a Senior Data Analyst focusing on iPlayer content. Youll play a key role in driving digital growth through data insight working with editorial product and marketing teams to shape the future of BBC Sports digital platforms.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM
Youll be part of a collaborative forward-thinking team of analysts and specialists who are passionate about growing BBC Sports digital reach. With access to award-winning content and a strong culture of innovation this is a unique opportunity to make a real impact on how audiences engage with sport.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:
- Lead and deliver impactful analytics projects including large-scale initiatives and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Collaborate with Audience Editorial and Product teams to provide both tactical and strategic insights.
- Translate complex data into clear actionable recommendations using innovative storytelling and presentation techniques.
- Support Principal Analysts and mentor junior team members contributing to a culture of learning and collaboration.
- Break down complex problems into manageable parts to deliver effective data-driven solutions.
- Help non-technical colleagues understand how data can support their day-to-day work.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships across BBC Sport managing expectations of senior stakeholders when needed.
- Proactively identify opportunities to use data to inform content creation commissioning and curation across BBC Sport platforms.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
- Educated to degree level or above in STEM subject or equivalent experience
- Experience in delivering analysis projects in corporate or public sector organisations
- Experience of AV Data gathering and analysis in the media industry
- Understanding of one or more data scripting language such as Python R or SQL
- Experience developing relationships and presenting results to senior stakeholders.
DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:
- Naturally inquisitive and enjoys problem solving
- Ability to manage project teams and help other members priorities work as well as the ability to manage your own time and prioritise accordingly
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Enjoys collaboration and working as part of a team
- Self-starter who also works well in a complex organisation where you must take people with you to achieve goals
If you can bring some of these skills and experience along with transferable strengths wed love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
