Data Analyst Jobs at Anchor

Looking for a new career opportunity in data? Read more about being a Data Analyst at Anchor, England's leading provider of specialist housing and care for people in later life.

The Data Analyst role focuses on developing dashboards and reports, tracking KPI’s, analysing the impact of various initiatives and performing deep-dive analyses to support all areas of Anchor’s Property and Assets department.

What does a Data Analyst role at Anchor involve?

As a Data Analyst at Anchor, you'll play a crucial role in our Property and Assets department by:

Developing dashboards and reports: Create informative dashboards and reports that provide valuable insights into our operations.
Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs): Monitor and assess the performance of Anchor's Property and Assets team through data-driven KPI tracking.
Analysing impact: Evaluate the effects of various initiatives to drive informed decision-making.
Conducting deep-dive analyses: Delve into data to unearth meaningful insights that support our organisation's growth.
Engaging with stakeholders: Collaborate closely with key stakeholders within Property and Assets to understand and document detailed business reporting requirements. Effective stakeholder management and workload prioritisation are essential aspects of this role.
Communicating clearly: Present your analyses and findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders with clarity and confidence, avoiding jargon and technical terms.

What are the requirements of a Data Analyst role at Anchor?

Essential requirements

To excel in this role, you should possess:

Advanced MS Excel: Proficiency in Excel is a must for data manipulation and reporting.
Clear communication: Effective communication skills are essential when presenting findings.
Proficiency in MS applications: Familiarity with other MS applications is crucial for holistic data management.
Experience with dashboards: Previous experience in building dashboards and handling large datasets within MS Excel.
Reporting expertise: Capability to gather and deliver against reporting requirements accurately
Attention to detail: A sharp eye for detail to ensure data accuracy.
Analytical skills: Application of core analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable skills

While not mandatory, the following skills and experiences are an advantage:

Commercial mindset: A business-oriented mindset can add value to your analyses.
Housing sector experience: Prior experience in the housing sector is a plus.
SQL and data languages: Ability or willingness to learn SQL and other data languages as needed.
Power BI experience: Familiarity with Power BI can be beneficial.

Current opportunities

If you would like to play an important role in our Property and Assets department and use your expertise to make a real difference in the lives of our residents and staff apply today.

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Working as a Data Analyst at Anchor

Below some of our colleagues share their experiences of working in Data Analyst roles at Anchor.

You can also hear from some of the people working in other roles across the wider Property and Assets team here.

Oliver Richards

Asset Business Intelligence Manager

I have worked for Anchor for just over 4 years, starting as an Analyst and moving to Lead Analyst and then Asset Business Intelligence Manager. I have been fully supported throughout my career here and have been given lots of opportunities to progress my career and improve my skills. Some of these include joining a mentoring programme (where I have regular 1-2-1’s with a Director), an apprenticeship scheme and a range of bespoke training courses. There are ample opportunities to progress at Anchor and in fact, it is pro-actively encouraged (if it’s what you want). The Property and Assets department is a close-knit team and there’s always someone available to help if you have questions. If you’re new to the industry, you’re not made to feel as though you should already know everything, or that you’re silly for asking questions. Any ideas are actively encouraged and taken seriously, no matter your role. We’re treated with respect and trusted to do a good job, and the flexible working hours are a lifesaver as I’m able to do the school run a couple of times a week. If a trip to the Bradford office and an overnight stay is needed there’s always someone around to go for a curry with in the evening! For me though, the best bit about working for Anchor is that I’m working for a company that has a sense of social responsibility. As a not-for-profit, our sole purpose is to provide safe, happy homes for our residents. By working at Anchor, I feel like I’m playing a small but important part in that.

Maria Thornton

Senior Data Analyst

I have worked for Anchor for more than a decade and I currently work in the Business Intelligence team in the Property and Assets Department. I enjoy how my team always pull together to support each other, if it is just a question regarding data or a new discovery in a report we are building. My role focuses on developing dashboards and reports, tracking KPI’s, analysing the impact of various initiatives and performing deep-dive analyses to support all areas of the Property and Assets department. I enjoy the different challenges we face, and I take immense pride in the reports and support we deliver. Although my work is challenging, I feel that I have been given the training, support, and opportunities to develop myself and feel very valued by my manager and my colleagues. Anchor have provided me with opportunities such as my apprenticeship, I am in my final week of my level 4 Data Analyst qualification. I started my career with Anchor in the emergency on call service and now I am developing reports and insights for the business, I feel I have come a long way in just over a decade.

Michele Townley

Business Improvement Officer

I initially joined Anchor as a Personal Assistant in July 2016. I become part of the Property and Assets Business Performance team in December 2021, its’ great being part of a team that is focussed on business improvements and making a difference. Having previously supported on projects, I was keen to develop further in this area. I have some great colleagues in Anchor, always supportive and really helpful. I have received fantastic support and encouragement from my manager, together with coaching and mentoring, all of which have enabled me to progress further into the business improvement and project management field. Anchor are great at supporting personal development and there are lots of learning opportunities to help you achieve your goals. I recently gained the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt accreditation which I was absolutely delighted with, it’s been really beneficial for my ongoing development as I can apply some of the new skills and techniques I have learnt to my role. Thank you Anchor.