An exciting brand new opportunity to join us as a Strategic Operational Research Manager to support our executive team with aligning data insights to our strategic goals!
£50,000 - £57,000pa plus Excellent Benefits
Hybrid working with occasional travel to our Coventry Head Office and Campuses (Birmingham, Leeds, London and Manchester) once a month
Full-Time Permanent
About Arden University
We are an aspirational and multi-award-winning university, delivering rapid growth with ambitious plans to disrupt the HE sector through our passion for innovation and digital education. Our vision is to become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners worldwide, ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access higher education.
There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines, forge worldwide partnerships, and expand our locations.
About the Department
The Analysis, Insights & Performance department at Arden University plays a vital role in driving data-driven decisions. By providing valuable insights, monitoring performance, and promoting innovation, the team supports the university's mission to enhance student outcomes and drive continuous improvement.
About the Opportunity:
We have an exciting new opportunity for an Analytical Strategist to work closely with our executive team to support the implementation of our Data Practice Strategy, aligning data insights with the university's strategic goals. Covering areas such as Student Experience, Compliance, Corporate, and Academic operations, you'll develop data solutions to improve decision-making, enhance divisional operations, and provide insights that deepen our understanding of the student journey. You will collaborate with a broader team of strategists and analysts to deliver impactful analysis and ensure data-driven decision-making across the university.
About You:
* A background in Operational Research, Data Science, or a related analytical field
* Foundational knowledge in science or mathematics
* Excellent problem-solving skills, with a proactive and solution-focused approach
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills to convey complex information to senior stakeholders in an understandable, persuasive manner
* Confidence in discussing the impact of data products and insights
* A solid grasp of scientific principles, enabling effective troubleshooting and resolution of data-related challenges
* A commitment to using data insights to drive meaningful, measurable results across the organisation
Why Arden:
At Arden, you will become a part of a passionate and dedicated team who are committed to removing unnecessary barriers to learning and making education more accessible. Our people work hard to ensure our students' journeys are the best they can possibly be, as such we want to reward our people with fantastic benefits. Employees benefit from:
* 30 days holiday, add the bank holiday on top, and we even throw in Christmas closure
* A generous Aviva pension plan, our contributions start at 7%
* Private Medical Insurance
* Study any Arden course for free, with generous discount for all family and friends
* Our ‘Golden Ticket’ which allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education
Our Values:
Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness,
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion:
Arden University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. This means that if you have a disability, as defined by the Disability Equality Act 2010, you may be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Therefore, we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances, and actively welcome applications from all groups.
Department: Analysis, Insights & Performance
Locations: Coventry
Working model: Hybrid
About Arden University
Since 1990, Arden University has reshaped flexible higher education, becoming a beacon for accessible learning. Beginning as a trusted online partner for UK universities, we've transformed into a symbol of online and blended degree courses designed for modern lives. With over 90 career-focused qualifications, validated by prestigious bodies like the British Psychological Society and Chartered Management Institute, our dedication to exceptional education stands strong.
Our mission is forward-looking and purposeful. We understand the evolving needs of employers and the global economy, driving us to champion meaningful change. Through our Study Centres in the UK (Manchester, Birmingham, London, Leeds) and Berlin, Germany, we empower a diverse student community to access life-altering degree pathways.
At our core lies equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, rooted in the belief that education is a force for both individual and collective progress. By seamlessly merging technology and education, we're breaking down barriers and revolutionizing conventional learning models.
Join our community of around 1,100 colleagues in shaping a more accessible, inclusive, and brighter future for all.
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