Communications Data Associate - #1751735

Associate grade

Leeds, Bristol or Edinburgh

Hybrid

Full Time

Permanent

XPS Group is a leading UK consulting and administration business specialising in the pensions and insurance sectors. At XPS, our vision is to create a vibrant place to work where difference is recognised as a strength and where talented people can flourish and achieve their highest potential .

Our Client Communications business continues to grow and we are now looking for a Communications Data Associate to join our vibrant Leeds, Bristol or Edinburgh office with hybrid working. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone with previous experience in a similar role where they have gained knowledge and experience in data analysis, data visualisation and dashboard creation.

A FTSE 250 company, XPS combines expertise and insight with advanced technology and analytics to address the needs of over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsoring employers on an ongoing and project basis. We undertake pensions administration for over one million members and provide advisory services to schemes and corporate sponsors in respect of schemes of all sizes, including 88 with assets over £1bn. We also provide wider ranging support to insurance companies in the life and bulk annuities sector.

Our people drive our success and as an XPS employee you can bring your whole self to work - Everyone is treated equally and with respect. We will provide you with the support and training you need to grow and be at your very best. It's about inclusion and diversity, ensuring all our people feel included, that they belong to XPS and that they're happy. Above all, it's about ensuring everyone has a voice and feels valued. Because they are.

The Team

We are looking for a Communications Data Associate to join our Client Communications team to manage our data processes, support on data merging into communications and perform data checks. You'll also look for opportunities to measure member interaction with our communications, and work with the wider team to produce and analyse statistics for reporting back to clients and making recommendations about increasing member engagement. This fast-paced role suits someone highly organised, with good attention to detail, and a desire to use their skills to contribute to a collaborative and growing communications team

The Role

As a Communications Data Associate with XPS you will:

• Create data specifications for communications
• Review data received from other teams
• Preserve data integrity
• Merge data into communications
• Produce and analyse statistics
• Review print proofs against data
• Identify opportunities for measuring member interaction with communications
• Create and maintain data control processes
• Request data from external teams or obtaining it directly
• Basic data manipulation

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience in data analysis, data visualisation and dashboard creation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Practical experience and proficiency in tools such as Excel and Power BI.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross
  functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Familiarity with Google Analytics and Console
• Familiarity with Word merges
• Familiarity with pension scheme data

• Pensions understanding
• Familiarity with InDesign merges

Find out more about Life at XPS

Find out more about Our People Approach

We offer an attractive reward package, typical benefits can include:

• Competitive salary
• Participation in annual discretionary Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday plus flexibility to buy or sell holiday
• Flexible Bank holidays
• Pension scheme, matching contribution structure
• Healthcare cash plan
• Flexible Benefits Scheme to support you in and out of work, helping you look after you and your family covering Security & Protection, Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle
• Life Assurance cover, four times basic salary
• XPS Rewards (offers High Street discounts and savings from retailers and services providers as well as offers available via phone)
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household
• Access to a digital GP service
• Paid volunteering day when participating in Company organised events
• Staff referral scheme when you introduce a friend to XPS

If you feel XPS could be the next step on your career ladder, please apply directly via the links provided and we look forward to learning more about you. We will consider all applicants and respond swiftly.

Please discuss with the recruitment team, via phone or email, if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process. For example, we can provide materials in an alternative format, or give you extra time in interviews or tests.

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The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following requirements:

• Right to Work confirmation
• DBS Disclosure check
• Employment or educational references covering five years
• Satisfactory credit check

Please note we reserve the right to close our vacancies early and we only accept CVs direct from candidates or our preferred supplier list.

XPS try wherever possible to respond to all applicants if for any reason you have not heard from us within 28 days of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.