Job Introduction
Senior Data Analyst
Salary £60,000 to £65,000 depending on experience
Permanent
Hybrid / Folkestone & London
Saga is the most trusted brand for people over 50 in the UK. We have been designing and delivering products and services in this space for decades. We are customer focussed and insight driven, meaning your role in our central function of Analytics & Decision Science has a real impact!
As the Senior Data Analyst at Saga, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our data strategy and the development of analytics solutions. Your primary responsibility will be to harness the power of data to extract meaningful insights, inform strategic decisions, and contribute to the overall success of the organisation using machine learning and statistical techniques.
We work in a hybrid way at Saga both at home and in the office. When you do come into the office, it’ll be with a real purpose in mind – to meet with your team, to work together, and of course to socialise and celebrate too! The team get together about once or twice a week in either London or Folkestone. You will need to be in a commutable distance.
Role Responsibility
As one of our Senior Data Analysts you will be fully accountable for the following areas;
• Data Analysis and Interpretation: Develop and Oversee the analysis of large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights relevant to business objectives
• Reporting and visualisation: Develop and deliver clear and impactful reports and visualizations to communicate key findings to stakeholders. Ensure that reports and dashboards are insightful and align with business objectives
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Working closely with business stakeholders and technical colleagues to understand analytical requirements and integrate insights into existing workflows & applications. Communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical counterparts
• Data Quality and Governance: Ensure the quality and integrity of data used for analysis, implementing and maintaining data governance best practices. Collaborate with IT and data teams to resolve data quality issues
• Agile ways of working: Demonstrate experience in working in an agile environment, participating in sprint planning, and adapting to changing priorities
• Continuous improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data analytics. Bring the most relevant ones back to Saga and find ways to implement them to unlock business value
The Ideal Candidate
Working as a Senior Data Analyst at Saga, you will work closely with business stakeholders and SMEs across marketing functions and our business units. You will be passionate about the accuracy of data and insights. Ideally have gained exposure in a Data Analyst role with large customer data sets and can demonstrate the following skills and experience:
• Proven experience in an analytical role, with a track record of successful project delivery
• Can analyse complex data challenges, identify solutions and implement effective strategies
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization tools.
• Experience with analytics tools such as SQL, Python, and Tableau
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex analytical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Have worked in an agile development environment, with a focus on iterative and collaborative project delivery
• A curious nature, with the drive to learn and master new tech and methods
• Ideally have gained a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field such as Statistics, Economics, Mathematics of Business Analytics
Saga Values: Make it Happen, Do the Right Thing, Customer First, Excellence Every Day, Our People Make Us Special
Package Description
At Saga we recognise that our people make us special. We believe our colleagues deserve rewards for the excellence they demonstrate every single day, that's why we have put together an amazing benefits package for all colleagues.
BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO ALL COLLEAGUES:
1. 25 days holiday + bank holidays
2. Option to purchase additional leave - 5 extra days
3. Pension scheme matched up to 10%
4. Company performance related annual bonus - Up to 5%
5. Life assurance policy on joining us, 4 x salary
6. Wellbeing programme
7. Colleague discounts including family discounts on cruises, holidays and insurance
8. Range of reductions and offers from leading retailers, travel groups and entertainment companies
9. Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
10. Grandparents leave
11. Income protection
12. Access to Saga Academy, our bespoke learning platform