Associate Director, Planning
University of East Anglia - Strategic Programmes & Change - Vice-Chancellors Office
| Location: | Norwich |
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| Salary: | £58,225 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £67,468 per annum. |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Permanent |
| Placed On: | 30th January 2026 |
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| Closes: | 16th February 2026 |
| Job Ref: | ALC1630 |
Starting salary from £58,225 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £67,468 per annum.
Are you a strategic leader who can turn complex data into clear, powerful insight?
Do you enjoy leading talented people and helping organisations make confident, evidence‑based decisions? If so, this could be the next step you’re looking for.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced planning and analytics professional to join UEA as Associate Director, Planning within our Strategic Programmes & Change (SPC) division. This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of shaping how the University plans for the future and measures its performance.
Following the strategic realignment of our Data Science and Analytics function into SPC, we’re strengthening our approach to evidence‑driven decision‑making. This role will lead that evolution - helping UEA to harness data, forecasting and analytical capability to support Strategy 2030 and drive institutional improvement.
What You’ll Do
- Lead UEA’s strategic planning and institutional performance frameworks
- Provide high‑quality analysis, forecasting and modelling for senior leaders
- Oversee trusted dashboards, management information and analytical products
- Drive innovation in analytical methods, data science and automation
- Champion a positive, transparent data culture across the University
- Lead and develop the Data Science and Analytics function
About You
You’ll bring strong technical expertise in analytics, forecasting or data science, along with the confidence to translate complex information into impactful strategic advice. You’ll be an experienced people leader with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at senior levels. A collaborative approach, service mindset and commitment to continuous improvement are essential. Experience in higher education is welcome but not essential.
This full-time post is available from 16 March 2026 on an indefinite basis.
Further information on our great benefits package, including 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and additional University Customary days (pro rata for part-time), can be found on our benefits page.
Closing date: 16 February 2026
The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.
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