Operations Analyst - Sport and Football enthusiast essential

Leeds
4 weeks ago
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A leading Leeds-based tech organisation is looking for a passionate Football and Data Enthusiast to join their team as an Operations Analyst. If you're a football fan with a love for data, this is the perfect opportunity to turn your passion into a career!

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and analyse large volumes of data to ensure accuracy and functionality across various systems.
Monitor systems to ensure data is behaving as it should. If data isn't performing correctly, investigate and resolve the issue.
Map data, ensuring it's organised and flows correctly across different systems.
Constantly look for ways to improve data processes and identify areas for improvement.
Work with spreadsheets, ensuring data is well-managed and accurate.
Collaborate with your team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
No direct customer contact, but a vital part of the team ensuring everything runs efficiently behind the scenes.

Shifts & Schedule:

5 shifts a week, including weekends.
3 shifts: 9am - 5pm.
2 late-night shifts per month: until 10pm.
Weekend shifts will start at 7am, 9am, or 1pm for 8-hour shifts.

Ideal Candidate:

Data Science Graduate or someone with experience in a data-related role.
A genuine love of football and sport.
Strong ability to manage large sets of data and work with spreadsheets (Excel, Google Sheets, etc.).
An analytical mindset with the ability to identify issues and solve problems when data isn't behaving as expected.
A keen eye for improvement opportunities within data processes.
Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.If you're ready to combine your passion for football with your love for data and work in an exciting tech-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK

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