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LOCATION: Can be based in any of the main hubs - London, Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow or Salford – Hybrid working (2 days in the office), with regular travel to London if based outside London
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £84,500 - £94,500pa (plus London Weighting £5,319pa if London based), depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.
We're happy to discuss flexible working. If you'd like to, please indicate your preference in the application – though there's no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
This role is your chance to shape how the BBC Finance division uses data to drive smarter decisions.You’ll lead the development of advanced analytics, build compelling BI dashboards, and guide strategic thinking across finance. By translating complex data into clear insights, you’ll empower stakeholders and influence real change. It’s a unique opportunity to be part of a new team, champion innovation, and make a meaningful impact in a world-class public service organisation.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM
Now is the perfect time to join our new finance data team.As the BBC’s data maturity rapidly evolves, data insight is no longer a support function—it’s central to shaping the way we strategically partner across the organisation. You’ll be part of a team driving this transformation, turning complex data into powerful stories and decisions. If you want to lead change, influence outcomes, and work where data truly matters, this is your opportunity.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:
* Lead strategic thinking in analyticsby identifying opportunities where advanced methods can deliver value within BBC Finance.
* Deliver high-impact analytical projectsthat support financial decision-making through effective data collection, measurement, and analysis.
* Create engaging BI dashboards and reportsusing tools like SAC, Power BI, and Tableau to provide actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
* Champion analytics across the organisationby educating non-technical colleagues on the value of data insights in achieving strategic goals.
* Build trusted relationships and influenceby collaborating with Technology, Product, and Finance teams to embed analytics into core finance processes.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
* Demonstrated analytical expertise, with a strong track record of delivering complex analysis projects and applying robust data, testing, and measurement methodologies.
* Technically skilled in Python, R, and SQL, with experience using data visualisation tools like SAC, Power BI, and Tableau to communicate insights effectively.
* Strategic and innovative thinker, capable of introducing new analytical approaches and simplifying complex problems through structured thinking.
* Experienced in stakeholder engagement, presenting insights to senior leaders and building trusted relationships across technology, product, analytics and finance teams.
* Strong communicator and collaborator, comfortable working in matrix environments and leading initiatives without direct line authority.
DESIRABLE BUT NOT REQUIRED
* Experience managing external suppliers or partners.
* Understanding of thedigital and media landscape, including linear/on-demand TV, online publishing, and data ecosystems.
* A mix ofpublic and commercial sectorexperience.
* Degree in aSTEM subjector equivalent practical experience.
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Disclaimer
This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.
Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks; Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media/Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.
The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.
Information at a Glance
This is your BBC
At the BBC you can create and innovate in an inclusive environment while contributing to some of the world’s best loved content, and the BBC’s mission to inform, educate and entertain.
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Life at BBC
Here you will benefit from:
• Fair pay and flexible benefits including a competitive salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pensionscheme and discounted dental, health care and gym.
• Excellent career and professional development.
• Support in your working life, including flexible working which you can discuss with us at any point during the application, selection or offer.
• A values-based organisation where the way we do things is important as what we do.
Benefits may vary if you are joining on an FTC basis.
Learn more about life at the BBC and our values in our candidate pack.
Candidate pack
You belong
We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, so all our employees feel that they can belong, thrive and achieve their full potential.
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to join us. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity.
We welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
Find out more about diversity, inclusion and belonging in our strategy below.
Diversity, inclusion & belonging strategy
Disability confident
We are a disability confident employer. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the interview process, or to carry out this role, please contact us via email and we’d be happy to discuss: reasonable.adjustments@bbc.co.uk
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