Overview

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Job title and location

Data Analyst

Location: Manchester (Trafford Park, near MediaCity) – Hybrid (2 days in office)

Salary: £40,000–£55,000 + benefits (25 days holiday, pension, flexible working)

Start Date: ASAP

The Company

A fast-scaling data technology business working with major names in media, marketing, and research. They provide behavioural data from real devices, enabling evidence-based decisions at scale. With rapid growth underway, the business is building out a central analytics function to support both internal teams and external clients.

The Role

This is a hands-on data analyst role with broad exposure to product, technical, and commercial teams. You’ll work directly with stakeholders, taking half-formed questions and turning them into clear, data-led answers. From uncovering churn metrics to evaluating server performance or understanding how VPNs impact user experience, you’ll be the go-to person for actionable insight in a high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse large, complex datasets to uncover trends and guide decision-making.
• Build and present concise data stories to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support compliance efforts with robust monitoring and analysis.
• Develop lightweight automation to improve internal reporting and processes.
• Provide insights on marketing/media data to identify performance issues.
• Join client meetings to explain analytics in a clear, confident manner.

Skills & Experience

• 2+ years’ experience in a data analyst or similar role.
• Strong SQL skills – confident working with complex data structures.
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Self-starter who thrives in ambiguous situations.
• Ability to prioritise and manage open-ended requests.
• Strong analytical mindset with commercial awareness.
• Python for analysis and automation.
• Experience with technical data (servers, VPNs, compliance).
• Familiarity with marketing/media datasets.

Interview Process

• Initial 30-minute chat with hiring manager.
• Take-home technical task (data analysis + presentation prep).
• Final in-person interview (2 hours): culture fit, presentation, and technical deep dive with hiring team.

How to Apply

Send your CV to Mohammed Buhariwala at Harnham or connect on LinkedIn to learn more.