Data & Analytics Manager

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Job Summary

Looking for an exciting challenge in data and analytics? Kiwa UK is looking for a Data and Analytics Manager to join their IT team. You'll be at the forefront of shaping our data strategy and empowering data-driven decision making across all UK business units.

Kiwa, is a global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification. Our company motto is we create trust. We want you to trust us in becoming your employer of choice.

About the role

• Foster a positive team culture, provide line management to one direct report, and collaborate with Group ICT and the wider organisation.
• Work closely with the UK IT Director & Delivery Manager to develop and implement the UK Data Strategy, driving data maturity across the company.
• Lead data initiatives by defining key goals, metrics, and analytics strategies, translating business needs into actionable insights, and promoting a data-driven culture.
• Oversee data governance and quality, ensuring integrity, compliance (GDPR, CCPA), and best practices in data management.
• Manage the collection, processing, and analysis of large datasets, identifying trends and insights to inform business decisions.
• Develop and publish dashboards, reports, and visualisations using Power BI, working with business units to define KPIs and deliver impactful data solutions.
• Oversee data models, pipelines, and ETL processes using technologies like Azure Data Factory, collaborating with Corporate ICT on architecture, storage, and security.
• Stay current with industry trends to recommend and implement innovative data analytics solutions.
• Serve as the primary contact for data and analytics needs, presenting findings to stakeholders, including executive leadership, using data-driven storytelling.
• Manage the analytics project pipeline, balancing short-term requests with long-term strategic initiatives.

Do you have what it takes?

• Bachelors degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Analytics or equivalent experience.
• MS Certifications advantageous.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Expertise in data analytics and business intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI, Power Platform, Tableau).
• Proficient in data querying (SQL).
• Understanding of data warehousing, ETL (Extract, Transform, Load). processes and data modeling.
• Experience with cloud data platforms (e.g. Azure Synapse).
• Familiarity with machine learning techniques and predictive analysis.
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to present complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• High attention to detail and a focus on data quality and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.

What can you expect from us in return?

• £75,000 - £80,000 per annum
• Generous Annual Leave - Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service
• 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday, Uk remote role with occassional UK travel
• Private Medical Insurance
• Enhanced Family Leave - Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave
• Milestone Rewards - paid and unpaid sabbaticals, charity donations, personal gifts, and retail vouchers
• Salary Reviews
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Pension Contributions
• Life Assurance - 4x your annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year
• 24/7 GP Service - Access to medical advice anytime
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers - Supporting your health and well-being
• Welcome Pack - Filled with company-branded goodies to kickstart your journey with us

At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values: Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development.

As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception.

If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at uk.careers@kiwa.com.