Data, Insights and Performance Manager (MAR034) in Lincoln

Overview

At the University of Lincoln, being Real World Ready means making smart, evidence-led decisions in a competitive global market. We’re looking for a Data, Insights and Performance Manager to help us stand out — using data, intelligence and insight to drive performance, optimise investment and grow market share. In this influential role, you’ll lead performance reporting and insight across marketing, recruitment and digital activity, turning complex data into clear recommendations that shape strategy and inform senior decision-making. You’ll bring strong experience in data analysis, dashboards and performance reporting, confidence working with senior stakeholders, and a passion for using insight to create impact. Experience in higher education is welcome, but not essential — we value real-world thinking and transferable expertise. Join a forward-thinking marketing team, help build a genuinely data-driven culture, and play a key role in shaping the University’s future.

For more information or an informal conversation about this post please contact Emma Jubbs, Director of Marketing Performance and Planning, at EJubbs@lincoln.ac.uk.

Apply now and help make insight our competitive edge.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance reporting and insight across marketing, recruitment and digital activity.
• Turn complex data into clear recommendations that shape strategy and inform senior decision-making.
• Support the development of a data-driven culture within the marketing team and the wider university.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in data analysis, dashboards and performance reporting.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and communicating insights clearly.
• A passion for using insight to create impact.
• Experience in higher education is welcome but not essential; transferable expertise and real-world thinking are valued.

Department: Administrative and Professional Services

Salary: £38,784 per annum

Please note, this post is permanent and full-time at 37 hours per week.

Closing Date: 03 Feb 2026