The opportunity:

We are seeking an individual for the role of Strategic Planner – Data Analysis (REF) to join our dynamic Business Intelligence team. You will

• Provide data modelling, analysis and insight to support the university’s Research Excellence Framework (REF) submission.
• Play a key role in shaping and delivering the University’s Business Intelligence (BI) programme, developing and maintaining critical dashboards and reports.
• Develop user focussed, meaningfully benchmarked insights and evidence-based recommendations.

About you:

Expertise in BI, and well-developed analytical and reporting skills are essential. You will be familiar with the process of developing and deploying user-focused and innovative analytics solutions, including data transformation and visualisation. You will have experience of providing accurate and timely management information. Experience with higher education data and datasets is not essential but would be advantageous. Time and support will be provided for training the appointee on REF2029 requirements and therefore prior knowledge, although desirable, is not required.

You will be proactive and driven, with experience working in an analytical role, passionate about data, interactive dashboards and visualisations. Specifically, proficiency in software such as Tableau (our current tool) or similar BI tools is essential, while working knowledge of Alteryx (or other tools for ETL) would be desirable. We are also looking for excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to form effective relationships with a range of colleagues as well as with external contacts.

You will have experience working both independently and contributing effectively to a team. The role requires excellent communication skills with demonstrable experience in liaising with colleagues at different levels and across different professions to understand their data needs.

Contract:

This post is offered on a full-time, fixed-term basis with an end date of 31/12/2028, with a hybrid working pattern. We are happy to talk about flexible working opportunities.

Contact:

To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Gemma Halliwell, Business Intelligence and Statutory Returns Manager with any questions, or for an informal discussion about the role (g.halliwell@lancaster.ac.uk)

Closing Date: 04 Sep 2026

Department: Professional/Management

Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Fixed-Term)

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in advancing digital accessibility across the University. Working with colleagues across Academic and Professional Service departments, you will raise awareness of digital accessibility, promote inclusive practice and support staff to embed digital accessibility from the outset when creating digital content, learning materials and online experiences.

Through training, guidance, consultancy and day-to-day support, you will help colleagues adopt inclusive-by-design approaches and develop their confidence to create accessible resources, encouraging sustainable practice and positive change across the University, improving the learning experience for all learners.

As Digital Accessibility Skills Developer, you will design, develop and deliver engaging learning opportunities through a variety of formats, including workshops, webinars, online learning, videos, self-paced resources and one-to-one support. You will also create and maintain guidance, knowledge-base articles and self-help resources, ensuring staff and students have access to practical, up-to-date advice and support.

You will act as a trusted advisor on digital accessibility, supporting colleagues to develop inclusive teaching and assessment practices and make effective use of digital technologies. You will also provide support through our online Help Centre, contribute to accessibility testing of IT services, and help manage the University's advanced captioning service.

We are looking for someone with experience of designing and delivering engaging digital skills training, alongside a strong understanding of digital accessibility standards and their practical application. You will possess excellent digital skills, be confident working with a wide range of stakeholders, and be able to influence and support positive change. You’ll be passionate about helping others develop accessible and inclusive ways of working. Excellent communication, relationship-building and organisational skills are essential, together with a proactive approach to service improvement and continuous learning.

The role is primarily based on the Lancaster University Bailrigg campus, with flexible hybrid working options to support a positive work-life balance. We would expect a minimum of 2 days a week in the office, working flexibly to adapt to the needs of the role. 

Applications 

Please use your application to provide evidence of your experience aligning to the person specification and Job description. Apply at the link below and please include a CV and covering letter. 

Applicants wishing to consider the Skilled Worker Route should ensure they meet the points requirement before applying. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Closing Date: 02 Sep 2026

Department: Professional/Management

Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Secondment Opportunity)

Reporting to the Academic Registrar and joining the Student and Education Services Leadership Team, you will have demonstrable experience of leading and developing a diverse team, refining services and evolving practices while responding at pace to a diverse range of operational challenges and compliance demands.

Highly emotionally intelligent, with significant recent experience of delivering improvements to service, you will build positive, collaborative relationships with senior staff across the University and its partner campuses in the UK and overseas.

Closing Date: 31 Aug 2026

Department: Professional/Management

Salary: £59,966 to £67,468 (Full-time indefinite)