Data & Strategic Insights Manager
£40,000 - £45,000
Full-time, Permanent
Manchester
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Our client does things differently. They are reimagining higher education to develop work-ready graduates with both academic knowledge and real-world skills. They are looking for a strategic and analytical leader to join them as Data and Strategic Insights Manager, a critical role for their future growth and student success.
If you believe data can transform outcomes and you're ready to lead high-impact insight strategies in an agile and ambitious environment, this could be your next move.
About the Role
As Data and Strategic Insights Manager, you'll provide institution-wide leadership on internal data reporting and student system development. You will lead the collection, validation, and submission of statutory student data returns (e.g. HESA, OfS, HESES), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and institutional readiness for future independent reporting.
Your insights will shape key strategies around student recruitment, retention, success, and progression, helping our client deliver excellent experiences and outcomes for all learners.
What You'll Be Doing:
1. Lead the design and delivery of internal data reports and dashboards to inform strategic decision-making.
2. Oversee all aspects of statutory student data return...