Data Analysis and Returns Officer

University of Bradford

At the University of Bradford, our focus is on creating the conditions for social, cultural, and economic impact. We are committed to social inclusion. Our work to expand opportunity and enable students to reach their potential, has led to us topping the Social Mobility Index of English universities for the last five years. Our University Strategy sets out our ambitions for 2025, which we will achieve by using our proud heritage as a springboard and remaining steadfast in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

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Directorate

The Directorate of Finance, of which Planning & Performance is a part, has higher scores in staff satisfaction, because we encourage and trust self-directed people to produce excellent work.

What you will be doing:

• You will be part of a small friendly team which is data returns and analysis focussed.
• You will be contributing to the generation of data returns and analysis, eventually taking the lead for particular submissions.
• You will ensure that data returns are processed effectively, promoting data quality and compliance across the institution.

Qualifications/ experience:

• Experience of working in data returns or similar.
• Understanding of the statutory returns landscape.
• A Levels or equivalent qualifications.

Do not meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with everything in the job description or advert, we encourage you to arrange an informal conversation with the hiring manager. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Celebrating Diversity – The University of Bradford 

Planning & Performance is a diverse area in terms of staff characteristics, and we welcome applications from all who are suitably qualified.

At the University of Bradford, we recognise and embrace people that work in diverse ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

In Return we Offer:

• 25 days holiday and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas).
• Family-friendly policies
• Great campus facilities including:
• Unique fitness centre
• Eye clinic
• Physiotherapy & sports rehabilitation,
• Counselling & mental health services
• On site nursery
• Food & drink outlets
• Generous employer contribution pension schemes
• Generous benefit schemes, including car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme and shopping discounts

Find more information about the many other benefits, including salary sacrifice schemes and campus nursery.

Additional Information:

If you would like to find out more or are interested in applying, please message, email or call David Blackmore at [email removed] we would love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 03 Nov 2026

Department: Professional Services

Salary: £31,236 to £33,951 per annum