Operations Data & Insights Manager

easyJet is big, really big. We’re the second largest airline in Europe, and we have more flying slots than any other in the world. With that scale comes opportunity – opportunity to quickly progress, diversify your career, and to see the impact of your work on a wider scale. So much so, its said that one year at easyJet is worth three elsewhere – that’s ‘Orange Years’ and why joining us is so much more than a job, it’s a career full of variety and possibility.

The Operations Data & Insights Manager, reporting to the Head of Operational Planning, collaborates closely with analytical and performance teams across the wider operation. This role aims to leverage data science and analytics to drive continual improvements, particularly in mitigating major disruptions, and offers analytical support to the Operational Planning team.

The responsibilities cover several key areas. In insights delivery, you will be responsible for fostering strong relationships with stakeholders to deliver insights and actions aimed at enhancing safety and operational/financial performance. In data science and analytics, you’ll champion advanced data projects such as machine learning to drive profitability and performance improvements. You will also lead data projects and analysis, ensuring thorough decision-making processes and seeking standardisation and automation opportunities. In terms of visualisation, you will assist in designing and delivering data analytics dashboards and presentations, facilitating knowledge sharing across teams. Lastly, you will lead the Operations Performance Data Science and Analytics team, identify talent and development opportunities, and collaborate with Data Engineering/IT teams for robust data capture and improvement.

What You Need To Do This Role

Leadership qualities are paramount, including the ability to manage and motivate teams in a cost-focused environment. You will have prior experience in either airline, consultancy, retail, ecommerce, transport/logistics or FMCG sectors, demonstrating a strong delivery track record. You should hold skills in airline operations or similar exposure, with a sound understanding of business operations and the ability to navigate cross-functional teams.

Additionally, you should demonstrate determination to continually seek process improvements and embrace Agile methodologies. Competence in data analytics, including knowledge of the Data Science toolbox and Big Data technologies, is essential. Exceptional communication skills are needed to understand stakeholder needs, present clear benefit cases, and drive data-driven transformations.

If you thrive in dynamic environments, have a delivery mindset, are confident in articulating insights and have the gift of leading a team, this role is for you.

What You’ll Get In Return

> Competitive base salary

> Up to 20% bonus

> 25 days holiday

> BAYE, SAYE & Performance share schemes

> 7% pension

> Life Assurance

> Flexible benefits package

> Excellent staff travel benefits

Location & Hours of Work

This is a full-time 40 hour per week position. We support hybrid working and we spend three days per week in the office.

About EasyJet

Ready to make your next move? How about make your mark? Join a team with unstoppable drive and passion at easyJet. At easyJet our aim is to make low-cost travel easy – connecting millions of people to what they love using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service.

Whether you’re working as part of our front-line operations or in our corporate roles, we’ll give you everything you need to make a personal impact on our growing business. We believe in sharing new opportunities, stepping up to challenges and supporting each other with our Orange Spirit. Make a difference with your next role. Make it easyJet.

Apply

Complete your application on our careers site.

We encourage individuality, empower our people to seize the initiative, and never stop learning. We see people first and foremost for their performance and potential and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates.

Business Area

Operations

Primary Location

United Kingdom-London-London Luton Airport

Organisation

Operations Performance & Planning

Schedule

Full-time

Unposting Date

14/05/2024, 11:59:00 PM