FAQs
What is the salary for the Graduate Data Consultant position?
The salary for the Graduate Data Consultant position is approximately £25,000 per annum, depending on experience.
What is the duration of the contract for this role?
The contract for the Graduate Data Consultant role is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
How many hours per week is this position?
This position requires 35 hours of work per week.
Who will I report to in this role?
You will report to the Senior Consultant - Business Intelligence.
Where is the job located?
The job is hybrid, allowing a blend of working from home and in one of our hub offices located in London, Bristol, Manchester, or Oxford.
Is travel required for this role?
Yes, occasional travel to any of our hub offices may be required for in-person meetings.
What is the focus of the Data Analytics division at Jisc?
The Data Analytics division focuses on providing data analytics and services to enrich the student experience and advance higher and further education using powerful business intelligence and analysis.
What are the key responsibilities for the Graduate Data Consultant?
Key responsibilities include contributing to work projects, building relationships with customers, resolving queries, creating specialist data reports, and delivering data intelligence consultancy services, among others.
What experience is necessary for this position?
You need to have experience in working with individuals and groups to understand their needs, applying business intelligence solutions, manipulating or analyzing complex data, and customer-facing experience.
Are there any preferred qualifications for the Graduate Data Consultant role?
A degree and/or considerable relevant experience is required. Experience in the higher education, further education, or research sector, and experience using Tableau or Power BI are nice to have but not mandatory.
What skills are needed for this role?
The role requires strong data synthesis abilities, organizational skills, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, proactive problem-solving skills, and the ability to work well under pressure, among others.
How many annual leave days are offered?
Employees receive 31 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), which includes an additional three closure days over Christmas, with the opportunity to buy up to five more days.
What benefits are included in the job offer?
Benefits include flexible work patterns, generous pension schemes, healthcare cash plans, performance awards, professional development budgets, home office equipment allowance, and various other well-being and family-friendly policies.
Does Jisc prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion?
Yes, Jisc is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and actively encourages bringing diverse perspectives and experiences into its culture.
What is the application process for this role?
Applicants are encouraged to showcase their talent, and Jisc supports reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. CVs are reviewed promptly, with updates provided within four weeks of application submission.