Statistical Programmer

Job Title:Principal Statistical AnalystSalary:c£42,000 (negotiable based on experience) + comprehensive benefits packageJisc grade:TDA3Job Type:PermanentHours:35 hours per weekReports into:Head of Official StatisticsWorking style:Hybrid - A blend of working from home and your nominated hub office. We have hubs located in London, Bristol, Manchester and Oxford.About Jisc:For 30 years Jisc has pioneered digital solutions for UK education and research, transforming how knowledge is created, shared and used.We are uniquely positioned to protect, promote and lead the sector in digital and data transformation, making a difference to students, communities and society. Together, we areworking to build a better digital future for education and research.Raise your potential at Jisc through our culture of lifelong learning. At Jisc, we're all about growth, so embrace new challenges, sharpen your skills and shape a career that excites you.About the Department:The Data Insights & Solutions (DIS) department enriches, manages, and analyses UK wide higher education data, publishing trusted official statistics and insights under the HESA brand in Jisc, ( https://www.hesa.ac.uk ). We create the technical specifications used by HE providers, transform raw data into enhanced datasets for products likeHeidi Plus , and supply statutory customers with the evidence they need for policy and decision making.About the Team:The Official Statistics team produces Jisc's official statistics publications on UK higher education topics, including students and graduate outcomes, finances, staff, business interactions, and more. These authoritative outputs help shape understanding and support decision-making across the sector.The role:We're looking for a skilled Principal Statistical Analyst to join our team and play a key role in shaping data driven decision making across the higher education sector.In this role, you will analyse large and complex datasets, transforming them into clear, impactful findings. You'll contribute to the strategy and prioritisation of work, and you will help develop innovative data outputs and statistical products, and design analytical solutions that drive real value for our users.What you'll be doing:Developing new processes, statistical measures, and analytical products that deliver real value to users.Contributing to strategic decision making by helping prioritise key development areas and improve ways of working.Designing and implementing effective analytical solutions - including automation to improve efficiency.Providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to colleagues within the Official Statistics team.Applying advanced data manipulation and statistical techniques to analyse and quality assure complex datasets.Leading major work packages and collaborative projects, handling planning, scheduling, project management, and quality control.Producing clear written and verbal summaries that translate technical findings into user friendly insights.Becoming a subject matter expert in HESA data and the wider HE landscape, providing expert guidance internally and externally.Taking on line management responsibilities and/or mentoring less experienced analysts.Representing the organisation at internal and external working groups, conferences, and events, including offering expert advice on the analysis, interpretation, and use of HESA data.What we are looking for:Proven leadership ability, including staff management and oversight of complex, multi-layered projects.Extensive experience working with large datasets and complex data environments.Expert proficiency in SQL, Python and/or R.Strong track record of producing insightful analysis and presenting findings clearly in written and verbal formats.Experience using modern data visualisation tools such as Plotly, Tableau or Power BI.Solid understanding of statistical methods and analytical techniques.Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.Nice to HaveExperience with additional analytical tools (such as Stata).Familiarity with agile working approaches such as Jira or Scrum.Knowledge of the higher education sector.Exposure to other programming languages.Skills & Personal QualitiesExpert at extracting, manipulating and quality assuring complex data using advanced query languages and data tools.Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills.Strong ability to tackle strategic and organisation wide problems.Outstanding attention to detail.Able to generate innovative solutions to complex problems and lead their implementation.Brings original ideas, inspires others, and encourages continuous professional development.Experienced in leading, mentoring and supporting the development of less experienced analysts.Excellent communicator, able to explain complex concepts clearly to varied audiences.Skilled active listener, with the ability to align work with organisational goals., Confident in asking questions, challenging, which embraces all aspects of their identity including race and ethnicity, religion and belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, trans identities, age, class, disability, neurodivergence, or veteran status.Application process: Please let us know how we can best accommodate you throughout the recruitment process. We're committed to making our process accessible and comfortable for everyone - just tell us what works best for you.Just so you know, we review CVs as soon as we can and aim to provide an update on your application within 4 weeks of receiving it. However, you may hear from us a lot sooner, so please keep an eye out for our emails or calls!We're really looking forward to getting to know the real you. While we encourage the use of AI tools to help you get started on your CV or cover letter, we encourage you to review your application before submitting. Make sure it truly reflects your own voice, experiences, and personality.If you are currently a Jisc employee, please apply through your Dayforce Employee profile.We have a thorough background screening process that verifies the details you share with us in your CV and your application. Any inaccurate information supplied during the application stages can lead to a job offer being withdrawn.Sponsorship: Jisc has an active sponsor licence to recruit on a Skilled worker visa basis. Candidates wishing to apply who require sponsorship should determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant Home Office criteria. Jisc does not offer any financial re-imbursement towards the applicant costs, such as re-location, skilled worker visa and dependant costs or the immigration health charge.#J-18808-Ljbffr Similar jobs, Job title: Transformation Principal Pricing Analyst Location: Peterborough, Manchester, London, Stoke-on-Trent (flexible hybrid working) We support remote working with occasional travel to our offices. 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assumptions, and uncovering underlying issues, Able to build and maintain strong strategic partnerships with external stakeholders.Strong relationship building skills, able to influence decisions at senior levels.Skilled at negotiating and influencing key stakeholders while maintaining a collaborative and supportive environment.We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can't tick every box, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements, but if you feel this role is perfect for you. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!Specific patterns for working in the office are not mandated, and the frequency of time worked in the office is agreed with your manager. Meeting in person is something we value, so you may need to travel on occasion to any of our hub offices.Why work for us? At Jisc, every role is meaningful, and every individual is valued. We foster a culture

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of continuous learning and personal growth, offering opportunities to develop new skills and make a real impact in education and research. With a strong focus on work-life balance, we embrace flexible working that prioritises outcomes over hours, empowering you to create a rhythm that energises both your professional and personal life.Jisc's culture is powered by our four guiding principles: putting customers first, driving innovation, creating impact, and championing inclusive collaboration to deliver sustainable outcomes and shape a better future.Discover the amazing benefits we provide! Here's what you can look forward to:Flexible work pattern, which can adapt to suit your schedules and personal commitments31 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) that includes three closure days over ChristmasBuy up to an additional 5 days leave during the flexible benefits windowA range of wellbeing lifestyle benefits including company paid health care cash plan, mental health first aiders and supportA company culture of continuous learning with access to thousands of LinkedIn Learning courses, and lots of resources and opportunities to support your developmentAllocated allowance of up to £250 to equip your home officeFinancial well-being support including access to preferential loan and savings plans, mortgage advice, will writing tools and support and resources to help you make the most of your moneyA wide range of discounts and cashback from retailers and big-name high-street storesFamily friendly policies including enhanced parental, maternity and paternity and co-parental leave as well as opportunity for career breaksSupport your volunteering with up to 3 days volunteer leaveEquity, diversity and inclusion: Jisc believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging.We work hard to create an equitable experience for our candidates and workforce, Principal Pricing Analyst - Home Based We have an exciting opportunity to join us here at Covéa Insurance as a Principal Pricing Analyst , within our Commercial Pricing Team! At Covéa Insurance , we're all about protecting what matters most - whether it's your home, your..., Morson Esge are currently supporting a leading consulting client in indentifying a number of FTE to join the firm leading on Prudential Risk Advisory for their retail and investment clients. This would include technical reviews (both advisory and internal audit) of..., Vortexa is a fast-growing international technology business founded to solve the immense information gap that exists in the energy industry. By using massive amounts of new satellite data and pioneering work in artificial intelligence, Vortexa creates an unprecedented view...