Lead Data Analyst

Lead Data Analyst – Research & Insights | EdTech | £50,000 – £60,000
Hybrid (Bedford) or Remote options
4-day work week available (pro-rated)

Join a well-established, award-winning EdTech company building engaging, maths-based learning products used by millions of children worldwide.

This is a hands-on role analysing product, user, and business data to generate insights that shape decision-making. You’ll uncover how learners engage with digital platforms, identify behavioural patterns, and influence product development and user experience — while also contributing to research that improves how children learn.

The Role

This is a high-impact Lead Data Analyst role combining product analytics with a strong research mindset.
You will lead a small and growing insights function (with one Research Associate), ensuring that data, analysis, and interpretation are robust, scalable, and drive real impact.

You will:

Analyse how users engage with learning platforms (behaviour, progress, engagement)
Identify patterns, trends, and opportunities for improvement
Evaluate the impact and effectiveness of product features and releases
Combine quantitative data with qualitative insights (e.g. user feedback)
Support research initiatives exploring learning outcomes
Work closely with leadership to define key analytical questions
Support the onboarding, coordination, and line management of a Research Associate
Work with tools such as Python, Looker, or similar

What We’re Looking For

4–6 years’ experience as a Data Analyst, Product Analyst, or similar
Strong SQL skills and experience working with large datasets
Experience using Python or R for data analysis
Experience supervising or managing small teams (1–2 people)
Solid understanding of cohort analysis, segmentation, and statistical methods (e.g. regression, correlation)
Ability to critically evaluate data, including bias and confounding factors
Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
A natural curiosity — particularly around learning and behaviour

Salary & Benefits

£50,000 – £60,000 (full-time equivalent)
Option to work a 4-day week (pro rata £40,000 – £48,000)
Hybrid working for candidates local to bedford office (2–3 days onsite)
Remote working options (with occasional office visits)
Pension
Private healthcare