Principal Data Operations Analyst - (Analytics)

About NIQ

Qualifications

• Strong experience delivering analytical projects and translating complex data into practical business recommendations.
• A sound understanding of statistical and analytical methods, with the ability to select, explain and evaluate appropriate approaches.
• Experience developing or improving analytical methodologies, reporting tools or processes.
• Clear communication skills, including the ability to explain technical findings to audiences with different levels of analytical knowledge.
• Strong stakeholder and project management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and deliver high-quality work.
• The ability to mentor colleagues, share expertise and provide analytical guidance.
• Personal attributes
• High standards of accuracy and quality, with a strong commitment to meeting deadlines.
• An inquisitive mindset, a willingness to challenge assumptions and a commitment to continuous learning.
• A collaborative approach that values colleagues and supports the success of the wider team.
• Initiative, ownership and a practical approach to solving problems and improving ways of working.
• Integrity and sound judgement, with consideration for the long-term impact of decisions.

Responsibilities

• Analytics and insight
• Deliver advanced analytics for Client Services teams, including sample and control group analysis, situational analysis and price elasticity.
• Translate business and client questions into appropriate analytical approaches, drawing on relevant data sources.
• Develop and improve analytical techniques, reporting systems and tools that make data and insight easier to access and use.
• Guide Client Services teams on the scope and suitability of analytical projects, explaining results, assumptions and limitations clearly.
• Explore existing data sources to identify opportunities for new analysis and deeper insight.
• Commercial contribution
• Understand client needs and ensure methodologies and outputs address the brief and support commercial decisions.
• Evaluate data sources and recommend analytical services or tools that could create additional value and revenue.
• Proactively explore GB data and data from other countries to identify opportunities to extend existing products and analytical services.
• Methodology and continuous improvement
• Review and improve analytical methodologies and working practices to strengthen quality, consistency and efficiency.
• Provide expert guidance on analytical methods and recommend additional expertise or services where needed.
• Document methodologies and communicate changes clearly, helping teams understand and apply new approaches.
• Support colleagues in adopting more effective ways of working through training and practical guidance.
• Ensure analysis complies with applicable non-disclosure agreements and data confidentiality requirements.
• Stakeholder and project management
• Plan and prioritise multiple projects and workstreams, managing workload to meet agreed deadlines and quality standards.
• Agree requirements, scope and milestones with stakeholders, providing regular updates on progress, risks and issues.
• Lead analytical projects with Client Services teams, involving stakeholders in key decisions and drawing on expertise from across the business.
• Leadership and development
• Support and mentor analysts, helping them meet their responsibilities and develop their analytical capabilities.
• Identify training needs and coordinate training sessions and guidance materials to share knowledge across the team.
• Keep analysts informed and supported, helping them understand how their work contributes to team and business objectives.
• Set a positive example through sound judgement, accountability and intellectual integrity.