Head of Performance & Insights Job at Van Kaizen (London)

Editorial Performance Analyst

The Editorial Performance Analyst will work across the newsroom to identify high...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

The Telegraph

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrable experience working with data to uncover insights and inform strategy
Hands-on experience of web analytics tools, with preference for experience with Adobe Analytics
Knowledge of Google Suite including Sheets, Docs and Slides (or the Microsoft Office equivalents)
Strong communication skills and ability to present complex data simply and clearly
Proactive and motivated with a data-driven mindset
Ability to work independently

Job Responsibility

Support the Head of Editorial Performance Insights to deliver editorial insight and analysis to the newsroom
Provide regular insights into our daily, weekly and long term performance, utilising Adobe Analytics, Google Data Studio and other appropriate tools
Ensure timely generation and delivery of the regular reports to newsroom
Take on long-term projects on various parts of performance, analysing the data to provide actionable insights to key stakeholders
Respond to departmental requests for information around article performance
Investigate top performing stories to determine reasons for success and how to replicate this
Build dashboards and reports for relevant editorial and publishing desks where necessary
Flag underperforming content, providing recommendations on why it is underperforming and what would rectify this
Work with all Audience teams to provide data-based recommendations to ensure Telegraph audience is reached on the right platform
Work closely with I&A team using their data to build an understanding of audience habits

What we offer

Dynamic working opportunities
Medical cover
Parental leave (six months fully paid maternity leave and enhanced paternity/partner leave)
Life assurance
Season ticket loans
Flexible benefits designed to support lifestyle and help achieve a healthy work-life balance
Training and development opportunities through The Academy

Head of Commercial Insights

The role leads the Commercial Insights capability to provide decision-grade insi...

Location

United Kingdom , London; Birmingham

Salary:

Not provided

BDO UK LLP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Significant experience in commercial insights, performance reporting, analytics, research or business intelligence in a complex environment
Strong ability to translate both internal performance data and external research into actionable recommendations
Experience designing KPI frameworks and operating performance rhythms (packs, dashboards, scorecards)
Strong knowledge of market/audience/buyer research approaches and competitor insight practices
Strong stakeholder influence
able to drive decisions and prioritisation using evidence
Experience improving data quality and partnering with data/platform owners to drive adoption
Proven people leadership and capability-building experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics (CRM)
Knowledge of BI/analytics tools (e.g., Power BI or similar)

Job Responsibility

Own the Commercial Insights methodology and service guide
Own the monthly Sales & Marketing performance pack
Build and maintain a structured market insight approach
Run the annual insight cycle to support GTM planning and contracting
Combine internal performance data with external research to recommend actionable opportunities and constraints
Partner with CRM/application support and platform owners to improve data quality, adoption and traceability
Work closely with the Data Office to shape, prioritise and deliver insight/data products
Lead and develop the Commercial Insights team

What we offer

Access to high-quality training, clear capability frameworks and hands on learning
Flexible working where it supports the team, the task and staying connected to stakeholders
Programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development
Informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching

Sr. Analyst FP&A

As a Sr. Analyst FP&A you will play a key role in the organization’s financial p...

Location

United States , Birmingham

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
5 to 7 years of relevant experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis
Strong financial modeling and data analysis skills
Proficiency in Excel, financial reporting tools, and ERP systems (experience with large ERP systems preferred)
Ability to work cross-functionally and provide financial insights to various teams
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights

Job Responsibility

Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop and maintain company-wide and departmental budgets and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and strategic alignment
Financial Data Analysis: Gather, organize, and present financial data to support the annual budget and periodic forecasting processes
Model Development & Performance Tracking: Construct and maintain annual budget models, periodic forecast models, and predictive models to assess new business opportunities
Business Reviews & Insights: Conduct periodic performance reviews with department heads, providing insights that improve forecasting accuracy and financial performance
Operational & Competitive Analysis: Analyze financial reports and operational metrics, identifying trends, anomalies, and areas requiring management attention
Executive Reporting & Presentations: Prepare standardized financial reports and presentations for executives, the Board of Directors, investors, and analysts
Process Improvement & Automation: Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements, developing new reports, tools, and Excel models to streamline financial processes
Variance & Predictive Analysis: Create actual vs. budgeted expense variance analysis reports and leverage predictive analytics for data-driven decision-making
Month-End Reporting: Develop key financial packages that summarize results, KPIs, and performance metrics for the executive team and Board of Directors
Risk & Compliance Management: Safeguard company assets and financial data by ensuring adherence to internal control procedures and reporting potential financial risks or fraud concerns

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Commercial Planning Analyst

Location

United Kingdom , Leicester

Salary:

Not provided

Arriva London South Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong commercial acumen, able to consider impact on contribution in all decisions
Strong organisational and project management skills
Able to translate complex commercial solutions into easy-to-understand outcomes and communicate effectively both orally and in writing with confidence to different levels of management including senior managers
Logical and lateral thinker, able to solve problems considering business needs
Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Experience of understanding and working with KPI’s
Experience of managing conflicting work priorities, and to plan to meet strict deadlines
Strong goal orientation with ability to prioritise work effectively in order to achieve high standards of performance within very demanding deadlines
Demonstrate the Arriva Values
Effective team player who is comfortable working on own with minimal supervision

Job Responsibility

Maintain commercial plans for your defined region or commercial function, ensuring alignment of activity throughout the commercial team and with other functions
Embed and lead commercial reviews in your region reviewing trading performance and delivery of initiatives to proactively highlight opportunities and actions to maximise EBIT
Lead on production and coordination of rolling forecasts as appropriate, linking in with the relevant commercial function and finance to produce robust and deliverable forecasts
Support the commercial planning team in the development of analytical techniques and use of insight to drive business performance
Provide the steer to the Head of Commercial for inputs to budget and forecasts as required reflecting latest trends and commercial initiatives
Support the Heads of Commercial in developing short, mid and long term market commercial plans, ensuring insight to the network performance, market and competition is maintained
Support the Heads of Commercial and Network Managers with coordinating the implementation of commercial change by providing analytical support and through ensuring action plans are developed and completed, supporting on business cases where appropriate
Support the Head of Network Development, Head of Concessions and Pricing and Commercial Optimisation Manager with insight to drive plans and improvements
Ensure commercial outputs are maintained through a log of all change allowing these to be tracked and captured in forecasts
Support the creation of robust local market plans, ensuring they match customer requirements, and position the business for long term sustainable growth in line with the UK Bus strategies

Fulltime