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Taylor & Francis is one of the world’s largest publishers of high-quality, peer reviewed scholarly journals, books, e-books and reference works. We empower learners, thinkers and doers with trusted knowledge that advances research and enriches lives.
Our purpose is to foster human progress through knowledge. We strongly believe that this requires us to encourage and examine different ideas and voices, so that any work that meets our exacting levels of quality deserves to be included in our publications.
Job Description
We currently have an exciting Data Assistant opportunity in the Research & Analytics Department to join on a maternity contract of up to 12 months. This role supports the provision of data, reports and information to inform the strategic decision making and evidence-based practice of Taylor & Francis books and journals staff globally.
The role will involve a wide range of tasks supporting reporting areas across the team, with a focus on Open Access data, submissions and the peer review process amongst others.
We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. That's why we work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more.
What you’ll be doing?
* Fulfilling data and report requests based on internal/external sources.
* Updating weekly/monthly reports & dashboards.
* Testing new data sets/reports and bug investigation.
* Editing instructions and FAQs.
* Maintaining departmental mapping files, keys and discoverability/training resources.
* Setting up user accounts for reporting systems.
* Developing a good working knowledge of the specialist area in order to answer business queries and develop the required context to deliver on data and reporting requests.
* Co-managing the team inbox, answering queries or directing them to the most relevant team member.
* Organising meetings and compiling agendas within the team and externally.
* Supporting and assisting Data Analysts in the team with their work as needed.
Qualifications
What we're looking for:
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Excellent attention to detail
* Proven ability to follow instructions & set processes
* Team player with a flexible, positive approach to supporting others
* Good written and oral communication skills
* A high level of numeracy
* Computer literate and able to pick up new software skills quickly
* Experience working with data in Excel. Experience working with Power BI and SQL would be an advantage, but training will be provided.
* Adaptable and willing to take on new and different responsibilities as they arise
* An enthusiasm for learning
Additional Information
What we offer in return:
* An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic, flexible working culture
* 25 days annual leave per year plus a day off for your birthday
* 3 additional discretionary days off during the holiday season at the end of the year
* 4 paid volunteering days each year
* Company funded single cover private medical insurance
* Employee assistance programme – offering 24/7 well-being support
* Share Match – Plan that matches every share purchased with two free shares.
* Pension scheme
* Life assurance, plus optical and medical care
Taylor & Francis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in and value diversity of people and thought, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all colleagues can learn and succeed as their true selves.
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