Ready to lead, develop and motivate an insightful and high performing Data & Insight function in an evolving, progressive Marketing Agency?
Gekko Group is looking for an experienced Data professional to join us, managing the Data & Insight team to ensure that Gekko Group reporting remains to be insightful and the lead within the industry.
With a D&I Manager and a small team of Analysts, you'll work closely with our Senior Leadership Team and other departments, helping to build strong relationships, head up a talented team, and leverage your experience to bring new ideas. You’ll proactively work with our Client Services teams and brands to ensure campaign objectives are clearly understood, and direct the continued development of all Gekko Group client reports giving insightful trend analysis and return on investment metrics that clearly demonstrate our knowledge of the channel and our effectiveness.
We are an award-winning, leading field marketing agency that connects leading leisure, lifestyle, and tech brands with consumers across retail, online, and B2B channels by bringing them to life through captivating in-store experiences, events, and direct engagement. Our teams work collaboratively to bring energy, enthusiasm, and experience to every interaction.
Your Package:
A salary up to £48,000 (DOE), plus company bonus and car allowance.
A permanent spot on our team (Monday-Friday).
Hybrid working: 4 days in our Newbury office working from home every Friday.
22 days holiday (increasing to 26 days based on tenure) + bank holidays + buy & sell holiday options.
Support through our employee assistance scheme, access to a Perkbox subscription and option of gym membership.
Your Role:
Manage the D&I team to ensure that Gekko Group reporting output is considered to be insightful and the lead within the industry.
Proactively work with Client Services and brands to ensure campaign objectives are clearly understood and translated effectively into a comprehensive questionnaire to ascertain insightful trends and insight which delivers business
Develop and support the Data and Insight (D&I) team ensuring high standards are achieved and deadlines are met.
Direct the continued development of all Gekko Group client reports giving insightful trend analysis and return on investment metrics that clearly demonstrate our knowledge of the channel and our effectiveness.
Project manage all development projects which involve data collection tools and reporting processes
Work closely with the IT team to devise and develop new reporting processes to enhance the quality of the services to the Gekko Group and our brands
Develop ways to create revenue from generic data; turning insights into initiatives that improve performance and profitability.
What you’ll bring:
An open mind, and be someone who thrives in a data-driven environment and enjoys uncovering actionable insights
Solid experience in a similar role with a knack for communicating complex information clearly and concisely
You’ll be a highly organised and detail-oriented individual with a strong work ethic
You possess excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically
Extensive knowledge of SQL and cloud data platforms like BigQuery; plus experience with data visualisation software (PowerBI, Looker Studio),Google Drive and Excel.
Great communication skills and an eye for detail
Experience leading and motivating a team, building strong external and internal relationships.
Gekko Group is a leading field marketing and experiential agency valuing trust, insight, and honesty in all we do. As an inclusive employer, we encourage our teams to grow together, in a relaxed but professional environment. At Gekko Group, our vibrant culture is evident in our teams and the energy we bring to work every day.
Apply now if you would like to start 2026 by accelerating your career with an exciting role in an independent progressive agency.
Position
Data & Insight Director
Location
Newbury
Up to £48,000 per annum
Status
Full Time / Permanent
* Company Bonus
* Automatic enrolment of workplace pension
Gekko Group, Thames Court, 20-22 The Broadway, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 1AU
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