Data Returns Officer

We are looking for a Data Returns Officer to join our team on a fixed term basis.

The Data Returns Officer will assist with the production of student related statutory data returns with the primary focus being on returns for the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) and the Office for Students (OfS). This will include day to day responsibilities such as, assisting with the production of external returns, monitoring data quality within the student management system, and liaising with departments to communicate data collection requirements. 

A detailed job description can be viewed here.  If the link does not work for you, please copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: https://tinyurl.com/5n8yu5sc

What you’ll bring to the role 

Essential skills and experience:

• Knowledge of data quality checking processes.
• Successful experience of working with users at different levels to resolve issues with processes or data systems.
• Experience of analysing and manipulating data in tools such as Excel.
• Excellent IT skills, including extensive experience of using Microsoft Office (Excel to and advanced standard).
• Excellent numerical analytical skills and proven experience of ensuring data quality and accuracy.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of HESA or other statutory returns processes.
• Knowledge of the HESA Data Futures model
• Experience of interrogating and manipulating large data sets.
• Experience of using analytical and database software, such as Access, Business Objects, SPSS etc.
• Experience of preparing reports for senior managers and Boards/Committees.
• Experience of analysing and interpreting data for audiences at varying levels of knowledge.  

What we do 

Kaplan Open Learning is one of the world’s largest and most experienced providers of online degree education. We currently work with two UK partner Universities to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. Our students complete their studies through online learning using our interactive virtual classroom with rich multi-media resources which provide a gateway to a learning community supported by a dedicated academic and professional services team.  

Our mission is to continue to transform students’ lives and careers by delivering and expanding our suite of innovative, industry led and career enhancing higher education programmes. 

What we offer 

As well as a competitive salary, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:  

• 28 days annual leave* with the option of purchasing up to 5 additional days at certain times of the year
• Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family
• 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services 
• Company pension contributions 
• Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels 
• Medicash Health Cash Plan  

*Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time. 

How to apply 

To apply for this role please submit a CV along with a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role no later than midnight on September 30th 2024. Note, we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.  

Additional Application Information 

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, depending on the nature of the role, successful candidates may be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.  

A sponsorship licence is a legal requirement for employers seeking to hire individuals from outside the UK or those who require a work visa to work in the country. Unfortunately, Kaplan Open Learning do not possess this licence at this time.

Application Support  

If you require technical support, you can contact recruit.request@kaplan.com.

If you have questions regarding the role itself please contact Bilal Ali via email at bilal.ali2@kaplan.com

Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments 

At Kaplan International, we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.  

Following the submission of an application, applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme.  Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview.