Data & Insight Analyst (British Cycling)

Manchester - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Opportunity

The UK Sports Institute and have an exciting opportunity for a Full time Data & Insights Analyst to work with the British Cycling Team in Manchester.

A snapshot of the role

This UKSI role sits at the heart of the Data & Insights function within British Cyclings Performance Support Team. The overarching mission is clear: enable the Great Britain Cycling Team (GBCT) to use world-class data and evidence to ask better questions make better decisions and ultimately deliver better performances on the world stage.

The Great Britain Cycling Team is one of the nations most successful Olympic and Paralympic programmes. While athletes stand on the podium they are supported by an expert Performance Support Team working relentlessly across the Olympic cycle developing best-in-class equipment applying cutting-edge sport science and driving innovation in every marginal gain. Data is the golden thread that connects it all.

This role will be pivotal in driving performance across the Track Sprint and BMX disciplines. Far more than routine analysis you will operate at the sharp end of elite sport capturing engineering and transforming complex performance and video data from training environments and international competition into powerful actionable insight.

Working shoulder-to-shoulder with coaches and athletes you will turn evidence into competitive advantage. Through innovative analysis applied problem-solving and hands-on delivery you will support evidence-informed decisions that directly impact race-day outcomes.

Your work will ensure that every fraction of a second is measured understood and optimised contributing to podium ambitions at LA 2028 and beyond.

If you feel you can bring the expertisewe require to help us shape our future we very much look forward to hearing from you.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

At the UKSI we aspire to have a workforce that is diverse and representative of all sections of society not only by characteristic but by thought and perspective. We believe a diverse workforce enables growth and creates a sustainably inclusive workspace for all employees.

If there is something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job more accessible let us know!

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment here at UKSI. All applications for all roles within our organisation will be subject to safer recruitment principles. Applicants will be required to complete a self-declaration form will have references checked and dependent upon role may be required to obtain Enhanced DBS vetting.

Application Method: To be considered for this World Class Opportunity candidates will be required to submit a CV and answer the application questions via the UKSI careers portal. The answers to the application questions should bring your CV to life by highlighting your relevant skills experience and attributes that would make you the ideal candidate for this role.

Important: Once you begin your application on the portal you will have the option to type your answers in a free text box however if you would prefer you may upload your answers with your CV. We ask that the answers to the questions are no more than 2 sides of A4. (please note that you can only upload 1 document to the portal so please ensure the questions appear either at the beginning or as a follow on from your CV)

Artificial Intelligence: We are aware of an increase in the use of Artificial intelligence for applications. At the UKSI we are keen to get to know you as a person and AI-generated content may lack the specificity required and/or fail to address key criteria. We consider that personalised responses are essential to convey your individual skills knowledge and experience. Therefore to maintain the integrity and fairness of our recruitment process we discourage the use of AI-generated content which may diminish your chances of success in your application. Please note this does not apply to the use of adaptive technology used to support an applicants individual needs.

Key Dates for Applicants

Closing Date:1st March 2026

Interview Date:11th March 2026

Additional information for applicants:

Please note that occasionally interview dates may be subject to change and may require additional these instances we will do our upmost to ensure that candidates have sufficient notice and preparation time.

If you have any questions regarding the content of the Job Description that you would like to discuss further please email your enquiry to

Our Company

The UKSI delivers outstanding support that enables sports and athletes to excel.

Since 2002 and over the last four Olympic and Paralympic cycles the UKSI has evolved quietly and effectively into an organisation consistently performing at a world-leading level contributing to over 1000 British Olympic and Paralympic medals.

Our Benefits

Learning and development

29 days annual leave

Professional memberships

Comprehensive health plan

Generous parental and family leave

Competitive pension scheme

Occupational sick pay

Kit and equipment

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Life cover

Retail offers and discounts

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The OpportunityThe UK Sports Institute and have an exciting opportunity for a Full time Data & Insights Analyst to work with the British Cycling Team in Manchester.A snapshot of the roleThis UKSI role sits at the heart of the Data & Insights function within British Cyclings Performance Support Team....