Analytics Manager (London Area)

ANALYTICS MANAGER – RETAIL Up to £65,000 + Excellent Benefits London – Hybrid (3 days a week in office) Are you ready to step into a leadership role where your insights will shape product strategy, marketing performance, and wider commercial decision-making? A household name in retail is seeking an experienced Analytics Manager to lead a high-performing team and embed analytics at the heart of the business. THE ROLE: As Analytics Manager , you will take ownership of key data strategy initiatives while mentoring a growing team of analysts. You\’ll work cross-functionally with marketing and brand teams to deliver strategic insights that drive value and support trade and brand targets. From statistical modelling to process optimisation, you’ll be a go-to expert for uncovering opportunities and delivering business impact. Key responsibilities include: Leading and mentoring a team of analysts, fostering both technical development and commercial thinking Collaborating closely with marketing, BMD, and product teams to deliver analytics that support business priorities Building advanced models using techniques such as random forest , linear regression , and k-means clustering Translating analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders Driving continuous improvement in data quality and adoption of insights across the organisation Identifying opportunities to enrich data assets and embed data-driven thinking across the business Staying ahead of industry trends and sharing knowledge to elevate analytics maturity YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: The ideal candidate will have: ~4+ years\’ experience in analytics roles with strong technical and leadership credentials ~ Proficiency in tools such as Python , SQL , and/or R ~ Proven experience delivering advanced analytical projects and modelling techniques ~ Ability to turn complex insights into compelling stories that influence non-technical stakeholders ~ Strong project management skills, from scoping through to delivery ~ A track record of mentoring or leading junior analysts and supporting their growth ~ Commercial awareness with a focus on business impact and optimisation THE BENEFITS: Salary up to £65,000 , depending on experience Supportive leadership and strong opportunities for career progression Be part of a major retail brand’s exciting journey into advanced analytics