Graduate Data Analyst

IAG Cargo
Hounslow
2 months ago
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About IAG Cargo

IAG Cargo is in the business of moving things. From antibiotics to rhinoceroses, gold bullion to avocados, and everything in between. Whatever people need, wherever they are, IAG Cargo is there to bring them the necessary and niche.


About the role

Become a vital part of a passionate team who are enabling IAG Cargo to make critical business decisions using leading‑edge data analytics. Bring a new perspective on data and how it can be used to solve challenges across the organisation. Your output will be essential in enabling insight‑driven decision‑making within the business.


Partnering with core business areas, our team of advanced analytics and reporting analysts will own a blended portfolio of analytical consultancy for smaller ad hoc and larger business‑driven projects, regular reports and dashboards feeding business processes. Each analyst will be responsible for providing a robust and reliable source of management information, delivering excellence in data visualisation, analytics and maintaining the quality of IAG Cargo’s data through continuous improvement.


You should have a strong enthusiasm for problem solving and a passion for data. You will be expected to provide analytical expertise, seek to identify data gaps, and proactively develop the data agenda in line with business priorities as well as challenge business leaders to become truly data driven. A positive thinker with plenty of curiosity would be ideal for this role.


It’s all about you

We are eager to welcome individuals who demonstrate the IAG Cargo values:



  • Determined Attitudes – a strong drive to succeed, a commitment to excellence, and sharp creative and strategic thinking
  • Heartfelt Pride – going above and beyond, from day‑to‑day basics to large, long‑term projects
  • Curious Mind – an interest in the logistics and air cargo industry, and a fresh approach to traditional challenges
  • Collaborative Actions – a proactive attitude, effective communication, and the desire to challenge the status quo and drive positive change

To apply, candidates must:



  • Hold (or demonstrate proof they will hold upon graduation) a 2:1 degree or above (or equivalent) in a STEM or other relevant degree within the last ten years
  • Have the right to live and work full‑time in the UK for the duration of the programme

We’ll treat you right

As well as a competitive salary of £29,000, bonus, 26 days’ holiday, pension and ability to opt‑in to a generous life assurance and healthcare scheme, we also offer:



  • Incredible staff discounts on hotels, car hire and our staff travel flights
  • Free fruit and a subsidised onsite café
  • Onsite staff parking, electric charging points and free airport parking when you are off globetrotting *
  • Access to LinkedIn learning and Rosetta Stone Language courses
  • A free onsite gym, as well as access to the UNMIND wellbeing app and a community of mental health first aiders
  • Access to discounts on Apple products, cinema tickets and loads of other goodies

Job Details

  • Seniority level: Not Applicable
  • Employment type: Contract
  • Job function: Information Technology
  • Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage


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