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Insight Manager

SMG

Insight Manager

Salary Not Specified

SMG, Leeds

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 17 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: d07a0a7f04b0426e91ecfeb8c31f5736

Full Job Description

  • Level & Responsibility: this role is at a Manager level or equivalent and has responsibility over a team. This role may be known as a Analytics Manager in other businesses, As an Insight Manager, you will lead the insight function at LS11 Media Services ensuring insight operations (reporting and evaluations for all campaigns) run efficiently with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.


    • You will leverage the data from our evaluations to deliver actionable insight to our strategic clients which provides them with a clear understanding of campaign performance as well as a "So What" that will help influence investment choices for future campaigns.

    You will develop workstreams that enable LS11 Media Services to evaluate new media channels and leverage data to enhance the performance of existing media channels.

    Why SMG?

    We are dedicated to supporting our employees to be the best version of themselves both inside and outside of work. We have an extraordinary culture built by exceptional people and it's because of this that we've been recognised by Best Companies within the top 5 best Marketing & Media agencies to work for, with a World Class and Outstanding accreditation across the past 2 years., We pride ourselves on creating challenging and exciting opportunities, meaning that no two days are the same. However, here's an idea of what your responsibilities will look like:
  • Lead on the delivery of campaign evaluations with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.

  • Identify opportunities and drive forward changes that build efficiencies to the evaluation process.

  • Manage the relationship with key Asda stakeholders with clear reporting on media performance alongside insightful & strategic recommendations.

  • Upskill internal client and campaign teams in deriving insight from evaluations.

  • Deliver added value insight to strategic clients that supports them in their decision-making utilising data derived from their evaluations.

  • Leverage data to support wider management team in strategic projects including rate card reviews & suggested pricing structures.

  • Support with additional data-led projects required to develop overall LS11 Media Services function, such as investment & supplier analysis.

  • Effectively lead your team through weekly 121s or other catch ups.

  • Ensure every team member has a Workplan with SMART objectives.

  • Support with recruitment process and hiring high performers into your team.

  • Ensure an effective onboarding takes place for all new starters including regular feedback conversations & probation reviews.

  • Deliver appropriate team training to fill knowledge or skills gaps.

  • Provide opportunities to your team to work closely on insight deriving projects & insight team deep dives.


    • The process
  • We will invite you to a first interview which we try to keep relatively informal, so it gives you the opportunity to share your authentic self. The hiring team will be looking to understand more about your experience and why you're interested in working with us.


  • There will be a second interview which will last a little longer, and involve some form of task to showcase your ability to do the role.


  • We then invite you to a meet & greet which is an opportunity for you to meet the team you'll be joining and ask them questions about the role and wider business.


    • Helping you shine

    We are committed to helping you shine and show your full potential by making any changes you might need throughout your application. If you need an alternative way of applying for this role, support with understanding the role and its requirements, changes to be made to the way we hold our interviews, or anything else, then please reach out to us. You can either let us know on your application form or contact the people team to discuss how we can help on careers@smg.team.

  • Proven experience in a data / insight role at a similar level.

  • Strong numeracy skills and ability to interpret complex data.

  • Ability to explain complex data to a non-data savvy audience.

  • Advanced excel skills.

  • Experience with Python advantageous

  • Passion for people development and growth.

  • Ability to identify opportunities for development and a desire to kick-start projects from conception through to completion.

  • Strong project management skills to organise, delegate & deliver on expectations, managing senior stakeholders across multiple departments.

  • Ability to juggle several large-scale projects at any given time.

  • The ability to adapt to an agile working environment with clear organisation and prioritisation skills to manage workload effectively.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders.

    We are also dedicated to continuously reviewing and improving our benefits package to offer the best that we can for our people. We have a whole page dedicated to our benefits here, but here's some of our favourites...


    • Generous discretionary bonus scheme

    ️ £1,800 yearly wellbeing fund (on top of your salary!) towards your personal wellbeing and passions

    4 additional Wellbeing Days - one to be taken each quarter, dedicated to focusing on your wellbeing

    £500 yearly "Uni Fund" towards learning and development

    Free headspace subscription

    4pm Friday finishes all year round

    Two fully paid conferences a year at Summer & Winter, as well as a dedicated team that put on activities and celebrations throughout the year