Job Description

Faculty/Department Planning and Governance
Salary Scale 39,905.97- 46,048.78 per annum
Contract Type Permanent
Full-time / Part-time Full-Time
Weekly Hours 36.5
Employment Visa Sponsorable
Posted Date 13/11/2025
Closing Date 23/11/2025
Ref No 5997




The Role

What you'll do

Who you are - Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills required

How to apply

Benefits

Employment Visa



The Role



The Planning Insight Business Partner will work as part of a new team within the Strategic Planning department. This team will be focussed on using data and evidence to provide meaningful insight to aid decision making at all levels within the University.



The role holder will work closely with the University's Faculties, Institutes and Departments and Across the Strategic Planning Department to effectively interpret both internal and external data to drive improvements and identify best practice.



Appointments are normally made within 4 - 8 weeks of the closing date.



What you'll do



This job description is subject to review and amendment in the light of the changing needs of the University, to provide appropriate development opportunities and/or the addition of any other reasonable duties.



Key tasks for this new team include:


embedding a culture across the university using data insights to drive continual improvement in relation to student experience. Through building better understanding and effective use of data across the University, improve the ability to deal with future challenges and the evolving needs of the University. Use a wide range of data sources to ensure that the University's course offering is attractive to potential students and is competitive within the market.

Role holders will be expected to take on responsibility for business partnering responsibilities with one or more faculties or institutes within the university.



Key Responsibilities:



Undertake and provide meaningful analysis, interpretation and insight using a range of internal and external data sources.

Develop an in-depth knowledge of a number of academic subject areas to underpin the provision of relevant, meaningful and timely data insights.

Work with departments and faculties to embed the use of data and insight into operational and strategic decision making.

Work closely with Business Partners from other professional service functions across the University to fully support institutes and faculties to undertake change and achieve objectives and goals.

Develop an extensive understanding of data sources external to the University to allow an effective horizon scanning function to identify future opportunities and challenges.

Develop a suite of reports and/or visualisations designed to provide insight and monitor progress towards strategic goals.

Using performance indicator metrics work with colleagues on improvement projects impacting all levels of the student experience.

Work with departments and faculties to ensure subject course portfolios are responding to market demands, are attractive to potential students and are competitive within the market.

Work with departments and faculties to develop ideas and initiatives to take advantage of new opportunities.

Represent the Planning department, taking an active role at various meetings and events by informing and participating in discussions, securing commitment to progressing actions and keeping colleagues updated on meeting outcomes.

Comply with Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR requirements in all working practices maintaining confidentiality, integrity, availability, accuracy, currency and security of information as appropriate. Take personal responsibility for all personal data within own working environment.

Additional Responsibilities

Undertake other duties as assigned by your line manager, commensurate with the role's grade.



Engage in university-level projects and initiatives as directed, and undertake any additional duties commensurate with the role, as assigned by the line manager.



Demonstrate flexibility by supporting colleagues during periods of high demand, including attendance at key university events such as open days and graduation ceremonies which may include weekend work.



Promote equality of opportunity, and to support and uphold the University's commitment to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of your work.

To support the university strategy and underlining plans

, engage in continuous personal and professional development in line with the demands of the role, including undertaking relevant training and development activities to develop yourself and support the development of others.



Fulfil health and safety responsibilities appropriate to the role, while actively promoting the personal health, safety, and wellbeing of staff and students as a member of the Aberystwyth community. Additionally, support the University's commitment to environmental sustainability through responsible practices and engagement.


To undertake health and safety duties and responsibilities appropriate to the post. To be committed to the University's Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy, together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the post. To be committed to your own development and that of your staff through the effective use of the University's Effective Contribution Scheme. Any other reasonable duties requested commensurate with the grade of this role.

The above does not represent an exhaustive list of duties associated with this role.

Additional Responsibilities (Grades 6-8

)


Undertake other duties as assigned by your line manager, commensurate with the role's grade. Engage in university-level projects and initiatives as directed, and undertake any additional duties commensurate with the role, as assigned by the line manager. Demonstrate flexibility by supporting colleagues during periods of high demand, including attendance at key university events such as open days and graduation ceremonies which may include weekend work. Promote equality of opportunity, and to support and uphold the University's commitment to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of your work.

To support the university strategy and underlining plans

, engage in continuous personal and professional development in line with the demands of the role, including undertaking relevant training and development activities to develop yourself and support the development of others. Fulfil health and safety responsibilities appropriate to the role, while actively promoting the personal health, safety, and wellbeing of staff and students as a member of the Aberystwyth community. Additionally, support the University's commitment to environmental sustainability through responsible practices and engagement.

The above does not represent an exhaustive list of duties associated with this role.



Who you are - Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills required

Essential

Educated to degree level in an analytical subject

Experience in interpreting data to provide meaningful insight that is accessible to non-data specialists.

Experience in the production of visualisations and dashboards to support the use of data insight

Experience in promoting the use of data insights to inform and support continuous improvement processes.

Proven ability to build effective relationships at all levels, across different departments and functions.

An understanding of the need to handle and record data sensitively and in accordance with University and statutory regulations e.g. Data Protection Bill, GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations.

Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge with experience of applying this to data analysis.

Ability to work accurately under pressure and manage a varied and demanding workload and meet agreed deadlines.

Ability to compose concise and fit-for-purpose analysis and reports.

Ability to organise and analyse complex data and information, and present it in a clear and concise format

An excellent communicator both orally and in writing.

An ability to understand the bilingual nature of the University and an awareness of the procedures in place to support working bilingually.

Desirable

Further degree or specific qualifications in Mathematics or Statistics or Data Science (or related field)

Experience of using data to refine and develop course portfolios.

Oral (spoken) and Written Welsh Level B2.



More information on Welsh Language Levels can be found at:


https://www.aber.ac.uk/en/hr/policy-and-procedure/welsh-standards/



How to apply



To promote a flexible workforce, the University will consider applications from individuals seeking full time, part time, job share, or term time only working arrangements.



Applications for this role must be made through jobs.aber.ac.uk. You are welcome to apply for any vacancy in Welsh or English and any application submitted will be treated equally.



Benefits


Flexible working policy 36.5 - hour week for full-time roles Generous leave entitlements - 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and university closed days Commitment to Professional Development Enhanced contribution to our workplace pension schemes Staff recognition and reward schemes Opportunity to learn the Welsh language for free Staff relocation bursary Maternity, Paternity, Parental and Adoption Leave Staff discount for gym facilities, hospitality, and retail on campus.
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We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities and, those that are currently underrepresented in our workforce. This includes but is not limited to Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities, and female candidates.



We are a Bilingual Institution which complies with the Welsh Language Standards and is committed to Equal Opportunities. You are welcome to apply for any vacancy in Welsh or English and any application submitted will be treated equally.



Employment Visa



We welcome international applicants who are eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route.



Under the points-based system, this role meets the criteria to be sponsored by AU for an SWR application. Please be advised that AU will only support the Certificate of Sponsorship for any employment visas and will

not

support the payment of the employment visa for the offered candidate and/or dependants.



Any prospective candidates coming to work for AU under the SWR will require a minimum of 70 points, made up of the following:

Skilled Worker Route Points-Based System

Points

Meets (Yes / No)

Mandatory / Non-tradeable Criteria (50 points)

A job offer from a UK licensed sponsor


20 points


Yes


Job is above the minimum sponsorable skill level


20 points


Yes


Appointed candidate to have appropriate knowledge of the English language

10 points


Yes


Total = 50 points

Tradeable Criteria (dependent on candidate appointed)

Salary meets minimum threshold


20 points


The candidate holds a PhD in a subject relevant to the job


10 points


The candidate holds a PhD in a STEM subject relevant to the job


20 points


The advertised role is on the UK Shortage Occupation List (SOL)


20 points




Appropriate knowledge is classed as the following:

A national of a majority English speaking country Having an academic degree taught in English (if an overseas degree, must be verified by NARIC) Completing and passing an English language test at Level B1 or above.

For more information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa