Sportcal is the most comprehensive provider of sports market intelligence worldwide and the essential resource for anyone in the business of sport.  We have been at the forefront of sports market news, data, analysis and insight for 25 years.
The Sportcal Research and Intelligence department oversees all data and information required for the Calendar, Directory, Media, Sponsorship, Events and Bidding sections on the Sportcal website.
The department is expanding and looking for a Senior Data Analyst to reinforce the delivery and maintenance of all data and information which are accessed by our clients to support their day-to-day business activities. We are looking out for a positive and enthusiastic individual to lead the data management team.

Reporting to the Head of Research and Intelligence, the Senior Data Analyst will ideally have three to five years’ relevant work experience as well as strong project and team management capabilities. The candidate must have a passion for data and share our love for sports.

Responsibilities
•    Managing data for multiple projects and department functions
•    Improving database tools and services
•    Ensuring data integrity
•    Monitoring and improving data entry procedures
•    Setting standards for research and data gathering
•    Communicating with internal research and intelligence divisions for project requirements, analysis of data, and the development of processes
•    Mentoring and supporting junior researchers
Qualities
•    Around 3-5 years’ experience
•    Love for data
•    Outstanding knowledge of sports
•    High level of attention to detail
•    Clear, strategic thinker
•    Ability to lead and train junior researchers
•    Problem-solving
•    Logical and methodical
•    Proactive and self-motivated
•    Love for data and sports – have we mentioned that already?
 

•    Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel including formula writing, charting, pivot tables
•    Database management experience
•    Excellent communication skills
•    Team management skills

To apply, please send a copy of your CV outlining your suitability for the role

The level of appointment and salary given will be commensurate with experience of the successful candidate.