Overview

Kingston University is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior BI Technical Analyst to join our Portfolio Performance team on a maternity cover basis. This team plays a pivotal role in supporting strategic decision-making across the University through the delivery of high-quality data insights.

As a technical lead, you will work with our Data Warehouse Contractor for the design, development, and enhancement of our data warehouse and BI solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders across the University to gather requirements, build dashboards, and ensure data integrity and performance using tools such as Microsoft SQL Server BI Suite and Tableau.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design and implementation of data models and BI solutions.
• Supporting student number intake and population modelling.
• Developing dashboards that provide actionable insights.
• Facilitating stakeholder workshops and reporting demos.
• Supporting migration from Tableau Server to Tableau Cloud.
• Ensuring BI and DWH technologies are fit for purpose and aligned with governance standards.
• Deputising for the Head of Portfolio Performance when required.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-impact programme that supports evidence-based decision-making across the institution.

Requirements

• Educated to degree level or with equivalent experience.
• Experienced in Microsoft SQL Server and Tableau (ideally Tableau Cloud).
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and influencing senior decision-makers.
• Experienced in managing the full BI/DWH service lifecycle.
• Excellent in communication, problem-solving, and customer service.
• Able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adapt to change.

Desirable

• Experience in the Higher Education sector.
• Familiarity with enterprise applications and databases, including HR and Finance.
• Previous experience in a project-based environment.

You will be joining a collaborative and forward-thinking team, working with stakeholders across the University including senior leadership, academic staff, and external consultants.

Directorate context

The Directorate for Finance, HR, and Infrastructure plays a critical role in shaping and supporting the University’s strategic and operational success. With a focus on excellence, efficiency, and people-centred practices, it delivers vital services that influence the daily experience of staff and students while enabling long-term institutional growth. These services span financial management, workforce development, and the maintenance of both physical and digital infrastructure - ensuring the University’s operations and ambitions are fully supported. With a clear focus on service quality, innovation, and people-first practices, the Directorate operates in close partnership with academic faculties and senior leadership to ensure institutional goals are achieved. It is driven by a commitment to excellence, service, and sustainable progress, promoting a culture where collaboration, innovation and transformation thrive. This is an opportunity to join a proactive, solutions-focused team whose work directly contributes to the University’s continued success.

This is a full time, fixed term position until 31 October 2026 with a starting salary of £50,160 per annum.

This fixed term position is available as a result of maternity leave and it is expected that you will hold it for the full period. However, should the substantive post-holder on maternity leave exercise their right to return to work earlier, then this appointment will be terminated, subject to a notice period of one month.

Interviews are expected to be held on 2 October 2025.

For informal enquiries, please contact Suzanne Constance, Head of Portfolio Performance.