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. As part of a central team, the Data Assistant would have the opportunity to work on reporting that is key to many departments across the business, while learning new skills including data tools such as Excel, Power BI and SQL. The role will also support users from across the business with queries relating to the work of the team and actively communicating updates on behalf of the team.
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. The role may also be required to assist with projects or other areas of support across the wider team.
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. When you’re not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces – like at conference – you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.
The successful candidate will be able to utilise our balanced working model. We ask that candidates live within a commutable distance of our officesto ensure that as a balanced worker they can make it to our office locations to collaborate as required. There is an expectation for a minimum of 3 days per week in-person time in our office in Milton Park, Oxfordshire.
What you’ll be doing?
1. Fulfilling data and report requests based on internal/external sources.
2. Updating weekly/monthly reports & dashboards.
3. Testing new data sets/reports and bug investigation.
4. Editing instructions and FAQs.
5. Maintaining departmental mapping files, keys and discoverability/training resources.
6. Setting up user accounts for reporting systems.
7. 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.
8. Co-managing the team inbox, answering queries or directing them to the most relevant team member.
9. Organising meetings and compiling agendas within the team and externally.
10. Supporting and assisting Data Analysts in the team with their work as needed.
Qualifications
What we're looking for:
11. Strong organisational and time management skills
12. Excellent attention to detail
13. Proven ability to follow instructions & set processes
14. Team player with a flexible, positive approach to supporting others
15. Good written and oral communication skills
16. A high level of numeracy
17. Computer literate and able to pick up new software skills quickly
18. Experience working with data in Excel. Experience working with Power BI and SQL would be an advantage, but training will be provided.
19. Adaptable and willing to take on new and different responsibilities as they arise
20. An enthusiasm for learning
Additional Information
What we offer in return:
21. An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic, flexible working culture
22. 25 days annual leave per year plus a day off for your birthday
23. 3 additional discretionary days off during the holiday season at the end of the year
24. 4 paid volunteering days each year
25. Company funded single cover private medical insurance
26. Employee assistance programme – offering 24/7 well-being support
27. Share Match – Plan that matches every share purchased with two free shares.
28. Pension scheme
29. Life assurance, plus optical and medical care
Being Yourself at Taylor & Francis
If you’re excited about working with Taylor & Francis to foster human progress through knowledge, we invite you to apply even if your existing skills and experience don’t fit every item listed above. At Taylor & Francis, we are at our best and most successful when colleagues can be themselves and make a contribution regardless of their identity or background. As a colleague, you will have the opportunity to further innovate and develop in areas that you are passionate about. Our goal is to empower you with the resources, incentives, and flexibility you need to enjoy success at work and to live a healthy, balanced life.