Planning and Performance Analyst

Planning and Performance Analyst

Do you have experience of working on data analysis projects and using data to prepare reporting products for boards or committees? Would you like to be responsible for three key performance management products and help to significantly improve our processes?

About us

The Science Museum Group's (SMG) finance department's priorities are to embed strategic thinking, planning and financial analysis within the wider organisational decision-making and to improve efficiency in its processes. We are aiming to take advantage of opportunities for innovation in reporting through greater use of automation, in addition to developing new models for forecasting and scenario planning using modern technologies.

We are recruiting for a Planning and Performance Analyst to join on a fixed-term contract for 12 months. This is a full-time role, working 35 hours per week and can be based at either the Science Museum in London or the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester, with hybrid working also available.

About the role

As Planning and Performance Analyst you will have responsibility for three key performance management products, the SMG Headline Plan, Management Information Hub and Operational Metrics. You will review and innovate our data points, enabling reliable and accessible data to be efficiently accessed and utilised for our business stakeholders.

The SMG Headline Plan which is the business plan that we use to track our progress on the key activities that will support the achievement of our Inspiring Futures strategy. You will be updating the Headline Plan twice a year (half-year and full year) and prepare a summary report of the Headline Plan for Group Executive and the Board of Trustees.

The Management Information Hub is a set of Power BI dashboards that provide senior stakeholders at SMG with the important metrics and KPIs across our strategic objectives. You will prepare a quarterly Performance Report for the Review Room of Board of Trustees meetings and contacts at DCMS. You will also work with colleagues in the ICT and Financial Technology and Data Analytics teams to improve the update processes, increasing control, efficiency and accuracy.

The Operational Metrics Report is a quarterly report focused on operational hygiene metrics such as compliance levels, mandatory training completion rates, cash, and debtor balances. You will prepare the quarterly Operational Risk Metrics Report for Corporate Risk Group and Audit & Risk Committee and review the Operational Risk Metrics Report process and explore ways to improve it.

About you

Joining us have experience of using data to prepare reporting products for boards or committees, in addition to experience of data analysis projects. You will have experience of planning and delivering projects within set timelines.

Crucially, you will have experience of using Microsoft Lists, Power Apps, Automate and/or BI with data and an interest in utilising new Microsoft products for process improvement. You will be able to manage relationships, influence and communicate effectively with stakeholders. You will know how to engage with others to make change happen in a constructive and collaborative way.

Don't feel you meet all the criteria? We welcome you to apply even if your experience doesn't match directly. With your transferable skills, you could be the right candidate for this, or other opportunities that we have.

Applying

View the Vacancy Information Pack listed under 'Attachments' on the vacancy listing on our website for more details about the role and the application process or click 'Apply Online' to submit an application.

What we offer

Working with a world-leading museum group that offers access to truly unique environments and collections, you'll benefit from the perks listed below, as well as full support for life events such as parental and adoption leave, sickness, and career breaks.

* Meaningful work. We're a mission-led organisation where the work you do supports us in Inspiring Futures.

* Career growth. We offer enhanced support with personal and professional development.

* Work/life balance. We offer 27 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, along with flexible policies which support you and your home life.

* Health & Dental Insurance. Extra peace of mind, from day one.

* Wellbeing. All our colleagues can access an employee assistance programme, access to the Unmind app, and other wellbeing support.

* Colleague networks. Our colleague-led networks are an informal forum for colleagues to come together to discuss topics of shared interest and lived experience. They create a space for people to exchange ideas, discuss best practice, socialise and build a sense of community.

* Enhanced contributory pension. To support you in saving for the future.

* Interest-free loans. When you need a little extra cash for life events or home improvements.

* Great discounts. Free entry to exhibitions, discounts in our shops, cafes, and access to other museums in the NMDC network.

Open for All is one of the Science Museum Group's five core values and sets out our important aspiration to be a place for everyone. We are working hard to understand our organisation better and to develop a culture that recognises and values different backgrounds, mindsets, skills, experience, knowledge, and expertise. By having greater diversity, we believe that we will be a stronger and better organisation, capable to continue to Inspire Futures.

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