Salary:
£50,447 - £53,535 + excellent benefits
Contract type:
Permanent Hybrid working 50/50
Working pattern: Full-time (37 hrs per week) or part-time (0.8FTE, 4x days per week)
Location: Wallingford,
Lancaster, Bangor or Edinburgh
Closing date: Sunday 2 August 2026. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we find the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply early.
UKCEH is a leading independent research institute with over 600 scientists studying how the natural world works. We take a connected approach across land,waterand air to understand environmental systems and build resilience for people and the planet.
At UKCEH, trusted, high-quality data underpins both our environmental research and the way weoperateas an organisation. As our project portfolio grows, so does the need for consistent, well-governed and accessible insight that supports confident, evidence-based decision-making.
We areseekingan experienced andinquisitiveBusiness Intelligence (BI) Manager to provide leadership and oversight ofour organisational reporting, ensuring datacan betransformed into trusted, decision-ready insights. This is a new and impactful role, focused on strengthening how we manage and use data beyond scientific systems, particularly across project and financial reporting.
Within this role, you will have the autonomy to shape and evolve a more connected and reliable data environment, with the freedom to create,establish,maintainand continuously improve how organisational data is structured and used. You will lead the development of a centralised data environment, bringing together project, financial, peopleandother operational data into a single, trusted source, improving visibility of organisational performance and supporting more effective planning and decision-making.
Working within an evolving Microsoft-based data ecosystem, you will reduce reliance on manual processes while bringing clarity and consistency to reporting. Your work will help colleagues plan effectively, manage risk and make informed decisions, while laying the foundations for future innovation, including automation and AI-enabledanalytics,supporting outcomes thatbenefitboth people and the planet.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Partnering with senior stakeholderswithin Finance, People, Workplace,ITand system owners to prioritise reporting needs and deliver measurable business value
Reporting into the Business Systems Manager, you will partner with senior leaders and system/processowners to shape how data is understood and used across the organisation, translating complex information into clear, actionable insight. You will work closely with colleagues across Finance, ProjectAccounting, People,IT and other Professional Services Teams, acting as UKCEH’s specialist in business intelligence and reporting within a collaborative professional services environment.
In this role, you will drive the development of a UKCEH's BI capability - designing data models, architecture and governance frameworks that bring together information from multiple systems into trusted reporting datasets. Through tools such as Power BI, you will enable greater visibility of project performance, financialoversightand operational delivery, while building confidence and capability in data across teams. Your work will play a key role in advancing UKCEH’s data maturity,establishingscalable foundations that support continuous improvement and future innovation.
Demonstrates initiative and creativity, generating innovative ideas to enhance reporting, performance management, datagovernanceand operational efficiency
What will help you stand out
How to apply and what happens next
Ifyou’reinterested in this role,we’dlove to hear from you.You’llbe directed to our Workday portal whereyou’llcreate an account and upload your CV and your responses to the questions below (approx. 8 mins). Your responses are an important part of our assessment process, so please take the time to complete them thoughtfully:
Use clear, concise examples thatdemonstrateyour personal contribution, relevant skills, qualifications (if applicable)and impact
Oncesubmitted, our panel will review your application, and please be assured that we are committed to providing an outcome for all applicants, regardless of the result.
- Q1. Tell us about a time you designed or implemented a data warehouse or reporting solution. What approach did you take and what was the outcome?
- Q2. How have you ensured data quality and governance ina previousrole?
- Q3. What tools and techniques have you used to integrate data from multiple systems?
- Q4. If appointed, what would your priorities be during your first six months to create a trusted, organisation-wide BI function?
Working at UKCEH is genuinely rewarding
You’llbe joining a leading independent, not-for-profit research institute, where your work will have real impact. Our science helps people and the environment to prosper and informs decisions thatbenefitsociety as a whole.We’reproud to be custodians of over 60 years of environmental data, and just as proud of the people behind it.You’llbe supported to develop your career, grow yourskillsand thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.
At UKCEH, we recognise your dedication and provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both at work and at home. When you join us,you’llbenefitfrom:
Lifestyleperksincluding dental, gym,retailand cycling discountsA commitment to wellbeing, supported by a range of internal initiatives
Employee Assistance Programme and health benefits, including 24/7 support with remote GP access, mental health,physiotherapyand lifestyle services
Our commitment to inclusion
At UKCEH, we believe everyone should feel welcome and able to be themselves at work. We warmly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds,experiencesand identities. As a Disability Confident employer,we’rehappy to support you with any adjustments you may need throughout the recruitment process.
Our approach to AI and applications
We understand that candidates may use AI tools to support their application. We encourage you to ensure your submission reflects your own experience,skillsand suitability for the role. Every application that meets the essential criteria will be reviewed by our recruitmentpanel.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for thisroleand this does not qualify for endorsement to support a Global Talent Visa application. If you are considering pursuing self-sponsorship, pleaseindicatethis in your application so we can take it into account during the recruitment process.
